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megs1370's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
This was a really quick, enjoyable read! The author's voice is delightfully snappy and the main character is witty AF, but without meaning to be, which is a fantastic combination.
If you want some deep treatise on feminism, this isn't quite it. Things will be wrapped up in a nice bow before you put the book down. So if you want something that has lots of payoff for the sad parts, that makes you think but doesn't leave you frustrated, or that makes you feel just a little bit better by the end - this book is absolutely for you.
The main characters are smart, but not annoyingly so. Side characters get the most development, which is not my preference but worked well enough here. All in all, it's a very cozy book and I thoroughly enjoyed my read!
If you want some deep treatise on feminism, this isn't quite it. Things will be wrapped up in a nice bow before you put the book down. So if you want something that has lots of payoff for the sad parts, that makes you think but doesn't leave you frustrated, or that makes you feel just a little bit better by the end - this book is absolutely for you.
The main characters are smart, but not annoyingly so. Side characters get the most development, which is not my preference but worked well enough here. All in all, it's a very cozy book and I thoroughly enjoyed my read!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Suicide, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Abandonment, Death of parent, Eating disorder, Car accident, and Homophobia
jencolumb0's review against another edition
The writing in this book is excellent but it is not for me. I have lived the misogynistic jokes at work (and being mistaken for support staff), the sexual assaults at professional gatherings, the deep lack of fulfillment in mothering as society expects (as well as delved into Betty Friedan's explorations of the same), supporting neurodivergent children in a world not built for them and I have scores of friends who have vented to me through the decades about the very same things. I'm sure dinner with Garmus would be fantastically fun and I am delighted that she is part of the fight to pull back the cover on this this stuff: to bring it into the open, name it, and shed light on it so that we may continue to build a better world. As I am already a comrade in arms to Ms. Garmus, I prefer to wrap myself in the warm fuzzy blankets provided by the likes of Ali Hazelwood in my off hours for a solid, less pointedly knowing giggle and to recharge my sense of hope.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual violence, Sexual harassment, Misogyny, and Sexual assault
Minor: Abandonment
shannonsnell's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Sexism, Suicide, Death, Death of parent, Misogyny, and Rape
theliterarylayla's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
This book was just... phenomenal
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism
Moderate: Abandonment, Child abuse, and Death
reyap30's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Read this for my company's book club. Fun take on feminism in the 60s. Was able to connect with the characters. I'm not a pet person but this book had me rooting for the dog.
Felt like the commentary on religion didn't need to be addressed. The trauma these characters faced was very downplayed in terms of how these events could shape their choices and personality.
Wished the ending plot point was expanded on but in all, the happy ending was satisfying.
Felt like the commentary on religion didn't need to be addressed. The trauma these characters faced was very downplayed in terms of how these events could shape their choices and personality.
Wished the ending plot point was expanded on but in all, the happy ending was satisfying.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, Mental illness, Misogyny, and Rape
Minor: Homophobia and Abandonment
leandrache's review
dark
emotional
informative
sad
medium-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.0
Gott, das war schon irgendwie hart deprimierend
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Rape, and Death
Moderate: Abandonment
Minor: Suicide
loonysaurus's review against another edition
emotional
informative
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Car accident, Sexual harassment, Misogyny, Pregnancy, Xenophobia, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Rape
Moderate: Sexual content, Abandonment, Death of parent, Grief, and Death
Minor: Blood and Vomit
kemmie's review against another edition
funny
informative
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book has mixed reviews so I was skeptical. But I fell in love. A very unique kind of storyline but it unravels so beautifully. Plus the writer has very many profound perspectives which she brings out through some pretty memorable things the main character says. Honeslty this book is worth the hype. I would read it ten times over. It
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault
Moderate: Abandonment
campredwood's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.5
It’s hard to put this one in a box- there’s a little of everything for everyone.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy, Misogyny, Rape, Abandonment, and Grief
Moderate: Gaslighting and Suicide
Minor: Religious bigotry
ryleighh's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
deliciously delightful. the way everyone is connected through calvin is so cool i enjoyed all the different povs (esp Six-Thirty's). As a Christian, the religious commentary wasn't uncomfortable but it was thought provoking. It took a while to get to when Elizabeth is hosting supper at six but it was worth it!!
im glad donatti and whatever the exec producer was called, got what they deserved. also Miss Frask's
character development was good
anyway, 🫶 Elizabeth 🫶 Harriet 🫶 Mad 🫶 Six-Thirty
character development was good
anyway, 🫶 Elizabeth 🫶 Harriet 🫶 Mad 🫶 Six-Thirty
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault
Minor: Abandonment and Suicide