viktoriia-berli

26.03.2026, 14:57

Greetings from the marathon by Tetiana Hyshchak. The review is posted in the blog at the link: https://booknet.ua/blogs/post/426461

viktoriia-berli

27.03.2026, 22:55

Newbie Writer, ❤️❤️❤️

liia-loreliain

21.03.2026, 18:22

I'm also from the marathon. Good story, unusual and unexpected twist, thank you. Here's the link to the review: https://booknet.ua/blogs/post/425953

romul-seridan

21.03.2026, 04:20

Hello! I'm from Ms. Rina Mart's Book-Connect marathon. Well, that's now. But I come to read anyway. You know that)) So, what can I say... I didn’t limit myself to just a few chapters, I devoured the whole story. And I’ll say, it’s amazing. Oh, if only there were something like a mirror or some kind of future-phone to peek into the future. That’s exactly what you’ve modeled. I won’t dissect the plot or all of Ulyana’s adventures here, but of course, the choice of a partner shapes and creates a new, different reality. It seems to me that fate somehow hints at the right option for us. But we don’t always hear or listen to those hints. And in general, we’re such creatures that we always think it’s better beyond the fence/wall. That there’s less sorrow and more understanding there. And even though it’s all the same as here, we think it’s not. But in reality, it’s not quite like that. And you’ve shown this very well. It doesn’t really matter whether it’s a village, a city, Dmytro, Andriy, or even Oleh, we are the creators of our own fate. And the most important thing here is our perception. In this case — Ulyana’s. For some reason, she didn’t become the builder of her fate. It’s as if she was a participant in someone else’s story in both cases. It seems that the main idea is hidden here. A very interesting and instructive work. Inspiration to you ✨

niubi-raiterAuthor

21.03.2026, 10:33

Romul Sheridan, Thank you very much, Roman! Wonderful feedback!!!)

dana-n

18.03.2026, 18:46

Overall, it reads quickly and easily, I’ll probably finish it and then add my final impression. Thank you for the work, I’ve left you a recommendation.

niubi-raiterAuthor

18.03.2026, 20:04

Dana N, Thank you very much for such a constructive and detailed feedback! I find your observations about the heroine very interesting. I didn’t try to idealize her, but wanted to portray her exactly like this - simple, with conflicting desires and uncertainty in her actions) In many ways, I wrote her character based on myself)) The parents, by the way, too) Not all parents, believe me, care about their children...(( Overall, everything is very clear and to the point, I’m glad there’s a desire to read to the end!!!

tetiana-gishhak

09.07.2023, 11:29

Hello! In my opinion, the concept is very interesting). Let's just say, an unconventional approach to a romance novel. How about participating with this work in the next marathon? Link here: https://booknet.ua/blogs/post/363457

niubi-raiterAuthor

18.03.2026, 19:37

Tetyana Hyshchak, I'm all for it! I adore your marathon!!! Going to submit my application!))

dana-n

18.03.2026, 18:46

Second part of the review) She doesn’t pay attention to whether her boyfriend really doesn’t want to go somewhere – just as he knows how to insist despite her wishes. She almost cries when he hides her real place of work at a corporate event – but she herself is ashamed of it in front of her former colleagues. Also, Ulyana doesn’t tell Dmytro about the suspicious attention from her boss – although, given his character, he would likely find a way to blame her – but at least then she might have a chance to avoid real trouble… The dialogues felt quite simple and predictable, sometimes overly mundane, and they don’t always add anything to the characters’ depth – except that they love to eat and get irritated too often) Ulyana’s father mentions a long-ago avoidance of an accident with surprising emotionlessness, while her mother is concerned not about her daughter’s truly exhausting job, which has even affected her appearance, but… about Dmytro, who is obsessed with his career. Usually, in such situations, parents are more likely to fear the opposite – that their daughter might end up with a slacker) I liked the descriptions – although the detailed landscape of Barcelona could perhaps be more vivid if presented through the heroine’s perception.

dana-n

18.03.2026, 18:45

Congratulations on the reading marathon by Rina Mart! The book is interesting, and the plot reminded me of the movie with Gwyneth Paltrow, "Sliding Doors." The main character, Ulyana, finds herself at a crossroads between two suitors and two completely different versions of her own life. She isn’t in love with either of the guys – she compiles a list of pros and cons not so much emotionally, but rather like an accountant. Therefore, in particular, in the version with Dmytro, words like “beloved” or “in love” sound somewhat strange – since neither of their behaviors suggests strong feelings. Not only Dmytro, but Ulyana herself often acts quite contradictorily, and she is vulnerable only when something directly concerns her: for example, she is genuinely upset about his business trip (“a whole week without him”), but she is no less sad that she could have been on tour with her former team (which, most likely, would have lasted longer than a week) – thus, it feels like separation doesn’t bother her when it comes to something interesting for herself.

markiza-de-biusi

20.12.2022, 12:53

Thank you for your creativity, I was really interested

niubi-raiterAuthor

20.12.2022, 21:22

Marquise de Bussy, Thank you for showing interest in the book as well)

nata-v

08.12.2022, 20:49

Nice story. It would be great in real life to peek into the future at a crossroads ))) Thank you

niubi-raiterAuthor

08.12.2022, 23:00

Nata V, Thank you for showing interest in my book!)

kseniia-demidenko

01.10.2022, 23:53

Hello from the marathon! A wonderful story that offers amazing opportunities. If only it could be like this, life wouldn’t be so full of pitfalls) A psychologically well-crafted work, literate language, well-constructed dialogues, characters straight from life. It read quickly and left an aftertaste. The only thing that could be changed is to split the large parts, like 2.1, 2.2. Chapters into sections. It was a pleasure to get acquainted with your work at the marathon. Good luck!

niubi-raiterAuthor

02.10.2022, 00:32

Ksenia Demidenko, Huge thanks for the positive feedback)

anni-ksandr

29.09.2022, 22:40

For some reason, I was expecting something to happen to Ulya again at the end) Just kidding, of course. Still, I'm worried about her because her luck isn't exactly great... She’s had quite the roller coaster, a fast-paced one, but that’s okay. Thanks for the interesting perspective)))

anni-ksandr

29.09.2022, 23:19

Newbie Writer, That's for sure)

alina-skintei

22.09.2022, 21:53

Hello Newbie Writer, as promised, I’ve come to you with a review :) A warm, instructive story that keeps the reader in slight suspense from the very first page. Perhaps I should start with the intriguing title of the work; after reading it, there’s an odd feeling that the story is unpredictable—neither the end nor the beginning. The cover matches the annotation and the title. The text reads easily, and at the same time, there’s a feeling that the characters are right beside you. You’ve done a great job with the character and the heroine herself; she turned out to be incredibly realistic (it felt like watching a series). The only thing I didn’t quite like was the list of men’s qualities at the beginning, as if it were a shopping list. Perhaps if the heroine had voiced this list aloud or something in a similar manner, it would feel different, but this is purely my perspective, and ultimately, the author knows best :) I might be repeating myself, but I’ll say it— the story carries an instructive nature, and for that, a huge like to the author :) Inspiration :)

niubi-raiterAuthor

22.09.2022, 22:06

Skintey Alina, huge thanks for the feedback!! Regarding the list, you might be right, but Ulya is like that - a bit of a rationalist)) So it's easier for her to make a list, for clarity))) I'm glad you liked my book)

al-bjelko

19.09.2022, 22:34

I read it all) although the genre is clearly not my thing)) but the author is amazing at holding attention. It’s a kind of instructive story that you’re forced to see through to its logical conclusion, otherwise curiosity will eat you alive. Concise, light style. Nothing unnecessary. Lively dialogues. An open, realistic heroine. And also, I was burning with rage!!!! Throughout the whole book. Like a torch! Holy Cthulhu, how much our girls’ minds have been twisted by that patriarchal upbringing. No, I understand where the book is leading: like, there’s no point in throwing yourself at men’s feet, neglecting your talent and your own life. Because no one will appreciate it, and they’ll even spit on you from above. It’s just that until you reach that logical ending, you can rub a callus on your forehead from all the facepalms, seeing what kind of “beloved” men Ulya ended up with. And there are so many “Ulyas” like her in our country... if not more. In short, everything is fine, everything is clear... but why does she need that Oleg at the end? After the previous two, I can just see how this one will start getting jealous of her success at work, which they share, put obstacles in her way, and even get her hooked on drugs, because creative people, they’re like that.

niubi-raiterAuthor

20.09.2022, 13:52

Al Bielko, The greatest praise for an author is that the book did not leave the reader indifferent! And it doesn’t matter what specific feelings it stirred. So, I’m over the moon that it resonated with you. Unfortunately, much of it was written from personal experience, of course, a bit exaggerated. But I believe that the topic of abuse needs to be raised, as our girls are raised to be tolerant, and sometimes they don’t realize they are in toxic relationships until they see them from the outside. I haven’t tried writing fantasy or science fiction yet, as I prefer working with reality. However, I did write a book for children - about the fairy-tale adventures of two enchantresses in the modern world (The Adventures of Grandma and Natusia, Parts 1 and 2). If you have kids, I recommend it)))

anatolii-gritcenko

28.01.2022, 14:07

I want to express my gratitude to Newbie Writer for writing this book and at the same time recommend it to everyone for reading. Thanks to this book, one can understand and avoid their mistakes in communication in the future, as well as gain some experience, since the life situations are described by the author in a very interesting and clear modern language. I look forward to new publications and wish creative success to this talented contemporary Ukrainian writer!

niubi-raiterAuthor

28.01.2022, 14:12

Anatoly Hrytchenko, Thank you very much! It's always a pleasure to read such wonderful feedback on my work!

olena-vasilenko

24.01.2022, 13:25

Dear Newbie) Thank you for the wonderful story, which I read in one breath. I really liked it. Therefore, I recommend all young people to read the book. It’s important when young people decide to take such a step as marriage, perhaps they should all look into the future, as the main character did! Wishing the author new ideas, energy, and inspiration for creative success!

niubi-raiterAuthor

24.01.2022, 21:25

Olena Vasylenko, Sincerely thank you for such a positive review!!! New books are also already available!!! There are countless ideas in my head, now the main thing is to put it all on paper!