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fhammond_36's review against another edition
3.0
Bleak and rambling like Kathleen and her memories. Really feels like Queensland in the writing.
essjay1's review against another edition
4.0
Clever satire on ageing, written in the early 1990’s. Kathleen is a great character, the feisty grandmother who refuses to conform and her horrible children - gutless Brain and social climber Sham. Astley is such a terrific writer. A tribe of feral grandmothers pushing back agains the BS is probably exactly what the world needs.
comeintothegraveyardmary's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
tricky's review against another edition
4.0
The four ages of woman are bimbo, breeder, baby sitter and burden. Kathleen is a burden. She is slowly losing her memories and tries to keep her independence against mounting pressure from her children.
Astley is a wonderful writer and crafts the most remarkable descriptions. This is a beautiful book, that deftly deals with becoming older. There is humour laced throughout. Kathleen despite her difficulties is a sassy and defiant woman who is extremely determined.
It may be short but the story packs in a great deal.
Astley is a wonderful writer and crafts the most remarkable descriptions. This is a beautiful book, that deftly deals with becoming older. There is humour laced throughout. Kathleen despite her difficulties is a sassy and defiant woman who is extremely determined.
It may be short but the story packs in a great deal.
patriciajoan's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
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