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A review by meghan_plethoraofpages
Don't Make Me Turn This Life Around by Camille Pagán
4.0
Don’t Make Me Turn This Life Around by Camille Pagán
What an emotional rollercoaster! Following Libby, who was just declared cancer-free at her ten year oncology appointment, has it all - successful marriage, twin teenage daughters, a fulfilling career, and apparently, her health. She’s always been known for her optimism, but somehow since the death of her father, she’s more apt to see the glass half empty. Looking for a way to gain some perspective and possibly her spark back, she books tickets to fly her family to a Puerto Rican island where over a decade ago she met her husband in a magical way. Disasters ensue.
My first novel by this author, I was very intrigued - she’s got a big backlist of books that all sound fantastic. As far as introductions go, I will certainly be adding more of her work to my ever-growing to be read list! I enjoyed this one. It’s surprisingly emotional, with thoughtful and inspiring insights. Character development is realistic and the relationships between characters are moving. It was a bit repetitive at times, and some of the action seemed a bit much (I mean, when it rains it really pours in Libby’s life!) but overall a solid read.
I’d recommend this for someone looking for an emotional read, life-affirming but not toxically positive, and who enjoys stories about relationships (familial and marital). Overall: liked it! 3.5⭐️
Thank you very much to Lake Union Publishing and to Netgalley for access to an e-copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. Keep an eye out for this one - publishes May 11, 2021!
What an emotional rollercoaster! Following Libby, who was just declared cancer-free at her ten year oncology appointment, has it all - successful marriage, twin teenage daughters, a fulfilling career, and apparently, her health. She’s always been known for her optimism, but somehow since the death of her father, she’s more apt to see the glass half empty. Looking for a way to gain some perspective and possibly her spark back, she books tickets to fly her family to a Puerto Rican island where over a decade ago she met her husband in a magical way. Disasters ensue.
My first novel by this author, I was very intrigued - she’s got a big backlist of books that all sound fantastic. As far as introductions go, I will certainly be adding more of her work to my ever-growing to be read list! I enjoyed this one. It’s surprisingly emotional, with thoughtful and inspiring insights. Character development is realistic and the relationships between characters are moving. It was a bit repetitive at times, and some of the action seemed a bit much (I mean, when it rains it really pours in Libby’s life!) but overall a solid read.
I’d recommend this for someone looking for an emotional read, life-affirming but not toxically positive, and who enjoys stories about relationships (familial and marital). Overall: liked it! 3.5⭐️
Thank you very much to Lake Union Publishing and to Netgalley for access to an e-copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. Keep an eye out for this one - publishes May 11, 2021!