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3.86 AVERAGE
3.86 AVERAGE
I generally hate stories involving cheating, but I hated Cory so much that it made this tolerable. I loved Jane. Merit was incredibly annoying, but I wanted Jane to be happy. I liked the way their friendship shifted over time, though I had issues with the way the author was basically insisting that these were two straight women who just happened to fall in love. That felt yucky. I know my review is making it sound like I didn't actually enjoy this book, but I did. I fell for Jane when Merit did and I felt just as trapped by Cory and the basic “okay” memories they shared.
Merit is dying to get back into the workforce after taking time off to pursue art and have two kids. She loves being around adults again, feeling appreciated, and earning the respect of her husband. This is a feeling that I can absolutely relate to. Not everyone is cut out to be a full-time mom. The urge to return to the workplace (which most fathers do) is a completely valid choice to make as a mother.
The tone of this book is light and moves at a quick pace. The writing is clever, and the banter and inner dialogue are laugh out loud funny. The story is inimitable and easy to read. The older ages of Jane and Merit are a refreshing contrast from the supple bodies of 20-somethings typically featured in queer romance arcs. This is the perfect medium between contemporary fiction and a chick-lit romance.
Thanks to NetGalley and Putnam for my ARC.
The tone of this book is light and moves at a quick pace. The writing is clever, and the banter and inner dialogue are laugh out loud funny. The story is inimitable and easy to read. The older ages of Jane and Merit are a refreshing contrast from the supple bodies of 20-somethings typically featured in queer romance arcs. This is the perfect medium between contemporary fiction and a chick-lit romance.
Thanks to NetGalley and Putnam for my ARC.
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
I absolutely loved this book. I identified with Merit and understood why she felt the way that she did. The tension between working and taking care of young children really spoke to me.
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
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:
Yes
Merit is returning to her architectural career after years of feeling unfulfilled as a wife and stay-at-home mom. She’s dazzled by her new boss, Jane, and the two women soon develop a deep friendship. For the first time in many years, Merit feels seen. As Merit and Jane’s relationship grows, Merit starts to question everything she’s built her life upon.
There are a lot of complex issues, moral ambiguity and, a lot of feelings wrapped up in this little gem; The writing in this book is incredible – raw, witty, emotional, and REAL. The intensity of those feelings and the thoughts they provoke are what make “Like a House on Fire” a standout read.
Thank you Penguin Random House and NetGalley for the chance to read and review Lauren McBrayer's Like a House on Fire.
There are a lot of complex issues, moral ambiguity and, a lot of feelings wrapped up in this little gem; The writing in this book is incredible – raw, witty, emotional, and REAL. The intensity of those feelings and the thoughts they provoke are what make “Like a House on Fire” a standout read.
Thank you Penguin Random House and NetGalley for the chance to read and review Lauren McBrayer's Like a House on Fire.
