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allisonrae13's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
victoriaclaire13's review
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
trishie's review
2.0
Not the suspense/thriller that I was looking for. Some good twists with the characters but Gregory's obsession with this one client is a little cringy but not for the reason that's you think. This book is more about forgiveness than spookiness.
taralpittman's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
thelovelylibrarylady's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Unfortunately, I think this novel was marketed wrong. I went into this story thinking it was a thriller and, in reality, Wednesdays at One is a literary fiction title that focuses on forgiveness. It was extremely slow-paced, had religious undertones that I did not enjoy, and was just not what I thought I was getting into based on the blurb.
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(I received a digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed above are my own.)
janna_rose96's review
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
kbilan71's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
katelidong's review
2.0
Unfortunately, this is not a book I would recommend. I do not like the concept of ghost books overall. I turned the book off as soon as I read Mira calling herself a "spirit." Writing about ghosts is a shortcut to any logical explanation. With a ghost in the story, there will be absolutely no need to explain any plot with logic. Any plot holes could be filled with this ghost that can do absolutely anything, simply because she is a "spirit."
Specific to the book, the whole concept of a ghost coming back to save the exact same person who made her die does not jive with me. Moreover, Gregory, being a psychologist or therapist, made little attempt of exploring what he is experiencing with science. Instead, he went almost all in in agreeing that what he saw is a ghost. And surprise, it IS actually a ghost...
There are a lot of different directions I wished the book had gone, and neither of them involved a ghost. For example, the Mira who visited the office could be a relative of Mira who wanted to revenge for Mira. The two, fake Mira and Greg, eventually come to terms with each other about each others' trauma. There are other plausible scenarios like this one. The story would be much more intellectually satisfying if it were to go a non-ghost direction.
Specific to the book, the whole concept of a ghost coming back to save the exact same person who made her die does not jive with me. Moreover, Gregory, being a psychologist or therapist, made little attempt of exploring what he is experiencing with science. Instead, he went almost all in in agreeing that what he saw is a ghost. And surprise, it IS actually a ghost...
There are a lot of different directions I wished the book had gone, and neither of them involved a ghost. For example, the Mira who visited the office could be a relative of Mira who wanted to revenge for Mira. The two, fake Mira and Greg, eventually come to terms with each other about each others' trauma. There are other plausible scenarios like this one. The story would be much more intellectually satisfying if it were to go a non-ghost direction.
judithdcollins's review against another edition
4.0
Sandra A. Miller returns following her memoir, [b:Trove: A Woman's Search for Truth and Buried Treasure|43975960|Trove A Woman's Search for Truth and Buried Treasure|Sandra A. Miller|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1556241024l/43975960._SY75_.jpg|68372700], with her latest gripping psychological suspense, WEDNESDAYS AT ONE —atmospheric and intriguing, a mystery woman shows up at 1 pm on Wednesdays to a psychologist's office with surprising revelations that will bring long-buried secrets to the surface and ultimately change lives.
Dr. Gregory Weber appears to have it all from the outside —professionally and personally. He has a beautiful home in one of Boston's most desirable suburban neighborhoods, a loving wife, a daughter and son, and a thriving practice as a therapist.
However, Gregory has a dark secret from his past that occurred when he was seventeen. He never revealed this secret to his wife and family, fearing they would reject him. His best friend committed suicide due to this event. If this event came out and the part he played, it could shatter his perfect life.
Then this beautiful woman named Mira appears at his office without an appointment and seems to know about this past. She is the one asking the questions, wearing her beautiful scarf. She shows up for four Wednesdays at 1:00 pm, and he looks forward to her visits. He is entranced.
He has suffered great pain and regret for many years with guilt about his friend and past secrets. Can he unburden himself? Mira knows things. How can she know? Who is this woman? Is he losing his mind?
In the meantime, Gregory has been withdrawn at home and very distant from his wife and kids. He has not been a good husband, father, or brother to his sister, nor has he been there for her to help care for their sick, elderly dad, blaming his strict environment for his past.
His other friend, Phil, also hides secrets, and neither has confided in the other. The what ifs? What if we could have a do-over for the tragedies that happen in the blink of an eye?
At the funeral, the past and present collide when all the pieces come together about the events of the past and that tragic night that changed their lives.
Mira has her own secrets as well.
CAPTIVATING! WEDNESDAYS AT ONE is a character-driven, beautifully written, mysterious, and intriguing tale of self-forgiveness and healing. Guilt, lies, regrets, shame, and secrets—the truth will often set you free.
Gregory wrestles with his humanity and conflicted heart, struggling with his past secrets until he can come forward to those he loves. It makes you appreciate what you have in front of you. A mix of psychological and domestic suspense, family, mystery, paranormal/magical realism, and literary fiction.
I enjoyed WEDNESDAYS AT ONE immensely and look forward to reading more from this talented author. For fans of authors Joyce Maynard, Rea Frey's (8/15) [b:The Other Year|63354480|The Other Year|Rea Frey|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1687383598l/63354480._SY75_.jpg|99297326] and William Landay's [b:All That Is Mine I Carry with Me|61058004|All That Is Mine I Carry with Me|William Landay|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1671521242l/61058004._SY75_.jpg|96229610].
Thanks to Zibby Books for a gifted ARC via NetGalley for an honest review.
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Pub Date: July 11, 2023
My Rating: 4 Stars
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Dr. Gregory Weber appears to have it all from the outside —professionally and personally. He has a beautiful home in one of Boston's most desirable suburban neighborhoods, a loving wife, a daughter and son, and a thriving practice as a therapist.
However, Gregory has a dark secret from his past that occurred when he was seventeen. He never revealed this secret to his wife and family, fearing they would reject him. His best friend committed suicide due to this event. If this event came out and the part he played, it could shatter his perfect life.
Then this beautiful woman named Mira appears at his office without an appointment and seems to know about this past. She is the one asking the questions, wearing her beautiful scarf. She shows up for four Wednesdays at 1:00 pm, and he looks forward to her visits. He is entranced.
He has suffered great pain and regret for many years with guilt about his friend and past secrets. Can he unburden himself? Mira knows things. How can she know? Who is this woman? Is he losing his mind?
In the meantime, Gregory has been withdrawn at home and very distant from his wife and kids. He has not been a good husband, father, or brother to his sister, nor has he been there for her to help care for their sick, elderly dad, blaming his strict environment for his past.
His other friend, Phil, also hides secrets, and neither has confided in the other. The what ifs? What if we could have a do-over for the tragedies that happen in the blink of an eye?
At the funeral, the past and present collide when all the pieces come together about the events of the past and that tragic night that changed their lives.
Mira has her own secrets as well.
CAPTIVATING! WEDNESDAYS AT ONE is a character-driven, beautifully written, mysterious, and intriguing tale of self-forgiveness and healing. Guilt, lies, regrets, shame, and secrets—the truth will often set you free.
Gregory wrestles with his humanity and conflicted heart, struggling with his past secrets until he can come forward to those he loves. It makes you appreciate what you have in front of you. A mix of psychological and domestic suspense, family, mystery, paranormal/magical realism, and literary fiction.
I enjoyed WEDNESDAYS AT ONE immensely and look forward to reading more from this talented author. For fans of authors Joyce Maynard, Rea Frey's (8/15) [b:The Other Year|63354480|The Other Year|Rea Frey|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1687383598l/63354480._SY75_.jpg|99297326] and William Landay's [b:All That Is Mine I Carry with Me|61058004|All That Is Mine I Carry with Me|William Landay|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1671521242l/61058004._SY75_.jpg|96229610].
Thanks to Zibby Books for a gifted ARC via NetGalley for an honest review.
Blog review posted @
JudithDCollins.com
@JudithDCollins | #JDCMustReadBooks
Pub Date: July 11, 2023
My Rating: 4 Stars
July 2023 Must-Read Books