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racheager's review
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
nicole_oa's review
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? No
3.0
fionaaaaaa's review
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
4.25
I was totally hooked. At first I thought it was going to be a total light hearted, feel good book, which I love. But it was so much more. It is never too late to make changes in your life and discover new things to find happiness. Life is so very short and precious. Look after yourself and your loved ones. People put on a facade but take the time to talk and check that they really are ok.
cyan_bookworm's review
3.0
I was drawn to this novel because of the title, which I found all too relatable. A pleasant enough story, easy to pick up and get into but I found I couldn't warm to the characters very much. Perhaps it was the genre (being a while since I have read it) or perhaps it was present life circumstances where I found it all too real and needed something to escape from, not read more about. I found this just wasn't right for me at this moment. I also found that the ending was a little unsatisfactory given it was all too easily tied up.
beaj86's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-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
thebashfulbookworm's review
4.0
4.5 Stars
Worn Out Wife Seeks New Life by CArmen Reid was fun, and surprisingly very deep. It was quite a bit different than what I expected. From the cover and blurb, I expected a lot more comedy. But, while very funny in spots, this book is much more serious, and heartwarming than I thought it would be. It’s quite an emotional journey that the main characters go on, and it’s a very satisfying book to read.
Tess Simpson is fed up with her life. After being passed over again for a partnership in her accounting firm, she plans an exotic vacation to Thailand, she gets an entire summer off from work, and finds someone to lease her home while they are gone, her plans are taking off! The only hitch is her family doesn’t want to go with her. Her son is busy working in London in his first job out of University, and her daughter has a new boyfriend she can’t stand to leave. Her husband Dave is reluctant to go, but when he has an accident and sprains his ankle and ribs, he can’t possibly leave home.
River Romero rented a house near the famous Stratford-Upon-Avon to research a new movie script she’s writing, but when the family she’s renting from changes plans, she convinces Tess to swap homes with her in Los Angeles. Tess decides to leave her husband Dave to live in the summerhouse at the end of the Garden and allow River to rent the home, while she travels to Los Angeles for the adventure she’s been craving.
This book was fun, satisfying, emotional, and thought-provoking all at the same time. It was a bit difficult to get into. I couldn’t sympathize with Tess at all at the beginning of this book. However, she grew on me very fast once she traveled to Los Angeles. Once the swap was done, I was pulled into the stories and enjoyed it very much.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Worn Out Wife Seeks New Life by CArmen Reid was fun, and surprisingly very deep. It was quite a bit different than what I expected. From the cover and blurb, I expected a lot more comedy. But, while very funny in spots, this book is much more serious, and heartwarming than I thought it would be. It’s quite an emotional journey that the main characters go on, and it’s a very satisfying book to read.
Tess Simpson is fed up with her life. After being passed over again for a partnership in her accounting firm, she plans an exotic vacation to Thailand, she gets an entire summer off from work, and finds someone to lease her home while they are gone, her plans are taking off! The only hitch is her family doesn’t want to go with her. Her son is busy working in London in his first job out of University, and her daughter has a new boyfriend she can’t stand to leave. Her husband Dave is reluctant to go, but when he has an accident and sprains his ankle and ribs, he can’t possibly leave home.
River Romero rented a house near the famous Stratford-Upon-Avon to research a new movie script she’s writing, but when the family she’s renting from changes plans, she convinces Tess to swap homes with her in Los Angeles. Tess decides to leave her husband Dave to live in the summerhouse at the end of the Garden and allow River to rent the home, while she travels to Los Angeles for the adventure she’s been craving.
This book was fun, satisfying, emotional, and thought-provoking all at the same time. It was a bit difficult to get into. I couldn’t sympathize with Tess at all at the beginning of this book. However, she grew on me very fast once she traveled to Los Angeles. Once the swap was done, I was pulled into the stories and enjoyed it very much.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
sparklebox1's review
5.0
A nice little summer read and notch up my summer reading challenge. Cannot believe that alarm
Bells did not ring earlier but hey hi they got there in the end!
Bells did not ring earlier but hey hi they got there in the end!
cloeliz's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts and Suicide attempt
kayleighroxanne's review
2.0
At first glance this looks like a funny, light-hearted read. However, there are some really deep and dark themes throughout, which I wasn't expecting. I think this is where I just couldn't get along with the book, as it just felt a little depressing.
Having said that, it is heartwarming, and the sentiment behind the storyline is a nice one... But it's just not the cosy, funny read I was after.
TW Suicide/MH issues
Having said that, it is heartwarming, and the sentiment behind the storyline is a nice one... But it's just not the cosy, funny read I was after.
TW Suicide/MH issues