54 pages • 1 hour read
Rebecca SerleExpiration Dates
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Expiration Dates by Rebecca Serle is a contemporary romance novel with magical realism elements that follows Daphne Bell, a film producer's assistant in Los Angeles who receives mysterious notes from the universe telling her how long she will be with each man she dates. Her life changes when she meets Jake Green, receiving a note with only his name and no timespan, leading her to believe he may be her true love. The story explores themes of fate, choice, and vulnerability. The book discusses heart failure, chronic illness, and medical trauma.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Rebecca Serle's Expiration Dates has captivated readers with its emotional depth and innovative premise. Positive reviews highlight Serle's skillful character development and the seamless blending of romance and speculative elements. However, some readers found the plot predictable towards the end. Overall, it's a poignant exploration of love and destiny.
Who Should Read Expiration Dates?
Readers who relish romance, a touch of magical realism, and introspective journeys like in One Day by David Nicholls or The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger will enjoy Expiration Dates by Rebecca Serle. Ideal for those who appreciate fate-influenced love stories and existential musings on life’s purpose.