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cbarsotti's review against another edition
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
2.5
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Graphic: Sexual content
lovelymisanthrope's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
fast-paced
5.0
I saw this as a Book of the Month selection, and was intrigued by the synopsis.
“More” is a memoir that chronicles author Molly Roden Winter’s time in an open marriage. The book highlights how and why her and her husband decided to open their marriage, the hurdles they had to face together as a couple, how the rest of her life was impacted by participating in an open marriage, and, most importantly, what Molly learned about herself.
This memoir goes beyond open marriage and really explores how relationships with other people helped to mold and define Molly’s perception of herself. Throughout the duration of the book, Molly is constantly putting in the difficult work to become the best version of herself, and learning who she wants to be. I think for a lot of people it is easy to define yourself in comparison to how you believe other people perceive you or how you believe other people want you to be. This memoir beautifully highlights the road to self love, and how things are not always simple. Humans are constantly growing and evolving, and just because today you feel one way, does not limit you to feel that way for the rest of your life. Molly is a wife, mother, daughter, and person just trying to find her way in the world, which I think anyone can relate to.
One element of Molly’s open marriage that really stuck out to me was how impeccable her’s and her husband’s communication was. They definitely had rough patches, and everything was not always perfect, but they always fought for each other and always strived to remain honest. This level of commitment and open communication is imperative for any relationship to survive, especially when facing something that could cause so much turmoil and jealousy.
I really enjoyed how this book was set up, because it felt like I was just hearing someone’s life story. There was emotion poured into every page, and so much self growth it made me cry for her. It almost feels like you are reading something that is made up, but it is not. This memoir is also a really easy read in how it is written. Once I started, I could not put it down, and I almost devoured the entire book in one sitting.
This was such an interesting book, because I love to read about human experiences that differ from my own. I definitely recommend this to anyone curious about one NYC woman’s experience with open marriage.
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Moderate: Terminal illness, Infidelity, Sexual content, and Toxic relationship
amaribph's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
4.0
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Moderate: Sexual content
If non monogamy makes you uncomfortable, don't read this book. :) If you are curious how some people discover and navigate non monogamy, this is an interesting read about one couple's story. I thought it was well written and engaging, even though the author herself is a bit of an overly emotional, jealous mess. But her therapist is brilliant and helps her make sense of her feelings by utilizing IFS parts therapy, which I love. It's worth reading even just as an example of cognitive behavioral therapy done right.meldell's review against another edition
challenging
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funny
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inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
4.75
I am part of the non-monogamous community and I thought this was a very honest and raw account of what one goes through in the beginning stages of an open marriage. I related to a lot of what she was feeling. There were a few minor, ick moments, like using the word prostitute instead of sex worker. And others that I can’t conjure up rn but overall I couldn’t put this book down.
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Minor: Sexual content
heartmindhealer's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
4.25
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Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Toxic relationship
Minor: Grief and Mental illness
egheinze's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
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Moderate: Sexual content
juju_b_reading's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
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Moderate: Sexual content
feartheodosia's review against another edition
slow-paced
2.0
Even at 2x speed, this audiobook dragged.
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Graphic: Sexual content and Gaslighting
bookbunny's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
4.5
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Graphic: Sexual content
enbybooklove's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
fast-paced
5.0
From the beginning, this book was immediately captivating, opening with the author’s son confronting her about her open marriage. The narrative was rich with humor and just the right amount of smut. There were parts that made me uncomfortable, but these moments were necessary, adding depth and providing a compelling backdrop for the author’s journey of self-discovery.
The book touches on themes of self-acceptance, the therapeutic process of letting go, and the pitfalls of pleasing others at one’s own expense. It’s a narrative that many will find relatable and moving, one that speaks to the universal human experience. You DO NOT need to have an open marriage to relate to this book! It made me cry, and for me, any book that can evoke such a strong emotional response is deserving of a five-star rating. I finished the book yearning for more (pun not intended), which is always a sign of a great read.
The book touches on themes of self-acceptance, the therapeutic process of letting go, and the pitfalls of pleasing others at one’s own expense. It’s a narrative that many will find relatable and moving, one that speaks to the universal human experience. You DO NOT need to have an open marriage to relate to this book! It made me cry, and for me, any book that can evoke such a strong emotional response is deserving of a five-star rating. I finished the book yearning for more (pun not intended), which is always a sign of a great read.
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Graphic: Sexual content