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3.71 AVERAGE
3.71 AVERAGE
I would probably give this a 3.5, but I'll round up.
It's weird how much I enjoyed a book about a duck made of wood. I was so invested in a DUCK. A WOODEN DUCK. I thought the story was very cute and interesting, but the ending was so stupid amd unsatisfying in my opinion. Laurie's expectations are dumb and unrealistic. I always enjoy Linda Holmes' books but I feel like they juuust miss the mark for me, usually.
It's weird how much I enjoyed a book about a duck made of wood. I was so invested in a DUCK. A WOODEN DUCK. I thought the story was very cute and interesting, but the ending was so stupid amd unsatisfying in my opinion. Laurie's expectations are dumb and unrealistic. I always enjoy Linda Holmes' books but I feel like they juuust miss the mark for me, usually.
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book made me laugh out loud. It made me think about relationships. It made me swoon. And it made me unable to put it down for the last third.
Smart, readable, funny, and sexy. I'm smitten.
Smart, readable, funny, and sexy. I'm smitten.
Flying Solo was witty and heartfelt with plenty of substance. A story about family, love, second chances and having the confidence to live the life you want without conforming to other people’s expectations. It has great rom-com energy, strong relationships, fast-paced storytelling and snappy dialogue. I read this a couple weeks ago and what I keep coming back to is this: Laurie is a regular size woman, on the cusp of 40, who isn't fixating on landing a partner and having kids. She's complete and satisfied with the life she's intentionally created. I have friends and loved ones who are single and childless by choice. Their lives are no less fulfilling or rewarding than those of us with a partner/kids. It was validating, even for me, to see this reflected in fiction.
I've read Evvie Drake Starts Over cover to cover at least twice. And I've lost count of the number of times I've skimmed bits. It's clearly a favorite. Although I liked this book slightly less than her debut, I still devoured it in a day.
I've read Evvie Drake Starts Over cover to cover at least twice. And I've lost count of the number of times I've skimmed bits. It's clearly a favorite. Although I liked this book slightly less than her debut, I still devoured it in a day.
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
3.5, rounded up to 4 because I love Linda Holmes and her uniquely delightful voice.
i really loved this book because it was the first time i saw my atypical relationship reflected in a story. plus i just cleaned through my late stepdad’s home and while it wasn’t as pleasant as this, it was sort of healing to read about it. i’m glad i picked this up.
Man I loved this book! What an absolute hidden gem - and clearly underrated.
I found this one delightful. Not your traditional romance but I loved the multiple stories and the intrigue! This was a delight on audio.
lighthearted
medium-paced
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No