A review by bekkasbookclub
Homebodies by Tembe Denton-Hurst

challenging informative slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I finished this book and really had to think about how I felt about it. Mickey’s life is a mess and she’s stuck in this weird, in-between phase of her life. I thought this book would be mostly about the aftermath of posting an open letter about her work experiences. However, that wasn’t addressed until the last 20-25% of the book. Most of it was about Mickey being home and her unresolved feelings toward her ex. I was torn between this storyline, and it gave big “WE WERE ON A BREAK!” vibes. Mickey’s relationship with Lex seems loving, yet complicated. They’ve been together for a few years but hit some major bumps when Mickey loses her job. I felt Mickey’s handling of their relationship was a bit unfair. However, Lex also had her own faults too. Mickey is realistically flawed, giving her character depth and tremendous room for growth. Homebodies is a very character driven, detailed story. This left me wanting more from the ending. Overall, I think it was a good debut for the author. This is one I would recommend if you enjoyed Maame due to similar themes and events.