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melissadelongcox's review against another edition
2.0
I... did not like this. Sadly! I thought based on the blurb that I would enjoy it, but I did not. Laine was so passive, but then when she did make decisions, they felt super rash. I found myself skimming, and eventually read something else in between starting and finishing this, so that's not a great sign. Certainly not the worst thing I've ever read, and I appreciated the way they portrayed the family dealing with Alzheimer's, but otherwise, I could pass on this one.
Thanks to Lake Union Publishing + NetGalley for the ARC!*
Thanks to Lake Union Publishing + NetGalley for the ARC!*
bookofcinz's review against another edition
3.0
If you are looking for the perfect beach read... but with a little substance, this is it!
In Everything Must Go we meet Laine, one of three sister who feels her life goal of becoming a mother will never happen. Following the death of her beloved dog she realizes that even though she loves her husband of over a decade, he will never be ready to give her a child. Every time she brings up the topic he has an excuse, with the straightest face she tells him and her family they will be getting a divorce. No one believes her because her husbands is the sweetest man ever and he is basically in with the family.
A people pleaser, Laine ends up in New York with her mother who is suffering from dementia and hoarding. Added to this her childhood best friend moved back next door and she can tell this break from her husband will turn out really great or not....
Not gonna lie... I breezed through this book- a lovely read with some substance to go along with it! Go give this one a read!
In Everything Must Go we meet Laine, one of three sister who feels her life goal of becoming a mother will never happen. Following the death of her beloved dog she realizes that even though she loves her husband of over a decade, he will never be ready to give her a child. Every time she brings up the topic he has an excuse, with the straightest face she tells him and her family they will be getting a divorce. No one believes her because her husbands is the sweetest man ever and he is basically in with the family.
A people pleaser, Laine ends up in New York with her mother who is suffering from dementia and hoarding. Added to this her childhood best friend moved back next door and she can tell this break from her husband will turn out really great or not....
Not gonna lie... I breezed through this book- a lovely read with some substance to go along with it! Go give this one a read!
rachelnic11's review
2.0
I tried y’all I really tried. I wanted to like this book but couldn’t. I got through the 1st 50 pages and I was bored. Laine felt childish and waking up randomly and wanting to divorce your husband didn’t feel real. We really didn’t get into the why behind that or get to really know the characters enough to care. I didn’t like her sisters and I felt like every character was a little stereotypical. I couldn’t finish it. Maybe it get better but if it takes me 3 days to get through the 1st 50 pages it’s going to be a DNF for me.
rochelleweinstein's review against another edition
5.0
Pagan is a go-to author for me, and her latest captures all the elements that have made her a bestseller. Moving and heartfelt, this story of sisters and second chances, ever-changing relationships, and caring for elderly parents will touch the most thoughtful readers. Brava, Camille!
spowers2627's review against another edition
4.0
A moving tale of navigating family dynamics and staying true to oneself. As Laine examines her life she realizes the influences of her family sometimes take her away from her own goals. As she learns to stand up for herself there are obstacles including her relationships with her sisters and mother. This story has two settings, New York and Ann Arbor. Pagan writes in a way that makes the reader appreciate both locations. A well to,d story with a satisfying conclusion. Thank you to NetGalley and Lake Union for the opportunity to read an advance copy, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
bookishwithwine's review against another edition
4.0
Book Tour & Review
Everything Must Go by Camille Pagan
Pub Date: April 26, 2022
Book Rating: 4
Wine Pairing: Ménage à Trois Midnight
Thank you @suzyapprovedbook tours @camillepagan @lakeunion for my gifted #copy
Main character Laine and her husband want similar but different things, and they feel more like best friends than husband and wife. When Laine’s sister calls with concerns about their mother, she sees the timing as the break she needs before going through with the divorce she asked for. Leaving her husband behind, Laine goes from Michigan to New York City to see if her sister's concerns are warranted, and to figure out what she really wants.
This was a quick read with serious topics. You never knew what was coming next. I will say that the end surprised me in a good way. After thinking about the end I should have seen it coming, but I didn’t. Grab your copy this Tuesday - April 26th!
Everything Must Go by Camille Pagan
Pub Date: April 26, 2022
Book Rating: 4
Wine Pairing: Ménage à Trois Midnight
Thank you @suzyapprovedbook tours @camillepagan @lakeunion for my gifted #copy
Main character Laine and her husband want similar but different things, and they feel more like best friends than husband and wife. When Laine’s sister calls with concerns about their mother, she sees the timing as the break she needs before going through with the divorce she asked for. Leaving her husband behind, Laine goes from Michigan to New York City to see if her sister's concerns are warranted, and to figure out what she really wants.
This was a quick read with serious topics. You never knew what was coming next. I will say that the end surprised me in a good way. After thinking about the end I should have seen it coming, but I didn’t. Grab your copy this Tuesday - April 26th!
sbojo32's review against another edition
3.0
Everything Must Go tackles the issue of dealing with a parent who is suffering from dementia (and may not quite realize it just yet) as well as trying to navigate through a life that may or may not be what you intended.
Laine is in Michigan with her husband Josh. She's wanted kids; he isn't ready. She's 38 and is now called back to New York by her two sisters so she can take care of her mother. First, Laine has to learn to stand up for herself (this is clearly a work in progress).
She runs to New York and runs into her ex friend Ben from years ago. The pair almost got together decades earlier and then never connected again. It's easy to see where this is going and the book isn't full or any surprises.
I really liked how the dementia storyline is handled. I feel like this is very accurate and my heart aches for Sally (Laine's mother) and her family. I don't like how Laine's sisters basically told her what to do with no regard for her own life. I don't like how Laine didn't stand up for herself and basically jumped whenever anyone said to. These are part of the overarching storyline, but there were times when I just wanted to shake Laine (especially when it came to her husband)!
It all came together and was a good book.
Laine is in Michigan with her husband Josh. She's wanted kids; he isn't ready. She's 38 and is now called back to New York by her two sisters so she can take care of her mother. First, Laine has to learn to stand up for herself (this is clearly a work in progress).
She runs to New York and runs into her ex friend Ben from years ago. The pair almost got together decades earlier and then never connected again. It's easy to see where this is going and the book isn't full or any surprises.
I really liked how the dementia storyline is handled. I feel like this is very accurate and my heart aches for Sally (Laine's mother) and her family. I don't like how Laine's sisters basically told her what to do with no regard for her own life. I don't like how Laine didn't stand up for herself and basically jumped whenever anyone said to. These are part of the overarching storyline, but there were times when I just wanted to shake Laine (especially when it came to her husband)!
It all came together and was a good book.
rainbowbritekid's review against another edition
5.0
Laine Francis believes there’s a place for everything―and New York, where her family lives, isn’t her place. But no sooner does the professional organizer’s marriage begin to unravel than her sisters drop another bomb on her: their mother, Sally, may have dementia, and they need Laine to come home.
Thank you NetGalley and Camille Pagan. The cover is what pulled me in but the loss, love and secrets kept me turning the pages. The characters were very thoughtful and the author made some moves I don't think I saw coming but no spoilers. The story of finding ones self is often difficult and that is what Everything Must Go did for Lainey the main character. Definitely one to add to your Spring TBR list!
Thank you NetGalley and Camille Pagan. The cover is what pulled me in but the loss, love and secrets kept me turning the pages. The characters were very thoughtful and the author made some moves I don't think I saw coming but no spoilers. The story of finding ones self is often difficult and that is what Everything Must Go did for Lainey the main character. Definitely one to add to your Spring TBR list!
dibajida's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
informative
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
An interesting read. Nothing too heart-racing. A very calm and smooth story. Relaxing.
jdoerhoff's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5