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How Do You Like Me Now?
by Holly Bourne
Holly Bourne was a new author to me, I have never read any of her YA books and this was her debut adult novel back in 2018. I have seen a lot of mixed reviews about this one and I can understand why. I’m a 30 year old mother of two with a husband, a house, two dogs and my own business. I did everything that is mocked in this book and whilst some might find that irritating or feel laughed at I found I was actually laughing at myself!
I am your walking, talking 30 year old cliche and I love my life but I also love how on point Holly Bourne was. Whilst reading this book I found myself saying far too often I can’t believe I did that or yes that is definitely happening now! This books is honest, funny and highly relatable.
However I did find Tori slightly irritating. Whilst she was amusing, candid and confident she seemed to be unable to take control of any of her own decisions. Many a time I was shouting at her to get a grip and cut the cord that was attached to Tom. I think the character that I liked the most was Dee. She tried her best to remain as true to herself as possible and was ultimately a great friend for Tori.
I’m so pleased that I read this book at the age I am now. I’m secure enough in my life choices to be able to take this story with a pinch of salt, laugh at the cliches and enjoy what I ultimately thought was thought provoking writing. I just wish that I could read Tori’s self help memoir, I have a feeling it would give me the giggles. I also wouldn’t mind knowing what happens to Tori, where her next adventure takes her.
I am your walking, talking 30 year old cliche and I love my life but I also love how on point Holly Bourne was. Whilst reading this book I found myself saying far too often I can’t believe I did that or yes that is definitely happening now! This books is honest, funny and highly relatable.
However I did find Tori slightly irritating. Whilst she was amusing, candid and confident she seemed to be unable to take control of any of her own decisions. Many a time I was shouting at her to get a grip and cut the cord that was attached to Tom. I think the character that I liked the most was Dee. She tried her best to remain as true to herself as possible and was ultimately a great friend for Tori.
I’m so pleased that I read this book at the age I am now. I’m secure enough in my life choices to be able to take this story with a pinch of salt, laugh at the cliches and enjoy what I ultimately thought was thought provoking writing. I just wish that I could read Tori’s self help memoir, I have a feeling it would give me the giggles. I also wouldn’t mind knowing what happens to Tori, where her next adventure takes her.