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MS Demeanor

Elinor Lipman

3.27 AVERAGE


felt like there was a word limit and the author had exceeded it and had no choice but to cut it words out and it just was meh so underwhelming. there were so many directions this book could’ve gone (romance?? comedy?? mystery?? family drama??) and instead it was a bunch of unfinished thoughts and unimpressive writing. I felt so disappointed because the premise caught my attention right away (lawyer gets put on house arrest for indecent exposure after caught having sex on the roof of her apartment complex in NYC??) also, in the midst of all the half baked thoughts there was such a normalization of alcoholism?? did we need to have wine mentioned at every other page. the more I think about it, the more I’m surprised I finished this book… oops but I did finish it in 2 days so if you’re looking for an underwhelming quick read, I may recommend this one.

A pure delight. Had me laughing out loud at several points. Loved the references to penuche and Sarah, Plain and Tall. While a 40 year old man who’s on tiktok would be a red flag to me, I love that Elinor made him charming.

I have ALWAYS enjoyed this author and this one did not disappoint. Funny, well written, great story, and you don't want to put it down! It has all of the elements.

Yawn, and such an unlikable protagonist
funny medium-paced
funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing 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: No

I loved this. Once I picked it up, I just couldn’t put it down!! 
funny slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
funny fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Diverse cast of characters: No

Really enjoyed this witty, snark, ultimately joyous novel of an attorney under house arrest after indecent exposure! Highly recommended.