A review by smalltownbookmom
Like a House on Fire by Lauren McBrayer

4.0

It's been a while since I was so captivated and engrossed in a story and this one DEFINITELY delivered! Very character driven, we get to know Merit, married for twelve years and a mother of two, she is trying to get back in the work force. When she applies for a job at an architectural firm, she meets Jane, an older, mysterious Danish woman with undeniable appeal. Initially the two women develop a great friendship but eventually it develops into something more, leaving Merit to question just what is making her happy - a life staying at home have scheduled, lack luster sex or an exciting new partner who really makes her feel alive? Very relatable and EXCELLENT on audio narrated by Marin Ireland. I REALLY enjoyed this one and recommend it for fans of books like When I ran away or The nine lives of Rose Napolitano.