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A review by samantita
Sandwich by Catherine Newman
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
With one of the funniest MCs I've ever read in a novel, this story quickly won my heart.
Sandwich follows Rocky, her husband, and her two adult children over the span of a week during their annual summer vacation at Cape Cod. As new empty nesters, Rocky and Nick don't get to see their kids Willa and Jamie too often. Their love for their children, and the way they each express that love, is so heartwarming and genuine. Rocky uses her wit and humor to navigate through menopause, her relationship with her family, and the secrets she's kept that reveal themselves during their vacation. I laughed out loud more than a few times while reading this short but incredibly poignant and mature novel.
I reveled in Willa's emotional intelligence and the beautifully dynamic relationship she has with her mom. I soaked up the wise tidbits Rocky's mom shares with her about life. I treasured Rocky's level of self-awareness and the honesty she has about her struggles. And I soaked in the sun that is this novel during this cold winter season.
Though I'm not at the same stage of life as Rocky, I thoroughly enjoyed this read and can't wait to return to it when I'm going through what Rocky experiences. An incredibly well-written and truly phenomenal read.
Sandwich follows Rocky, her husband, and her two adult children over the span of a week during their annual summer vacation at Cape Cod. As new empty nesters, Rocky and Nick don't get to see their kids Willa and Jamie too often. Their love for their children, and the way they each express that love, is so heartwarming and genuine. Rocky uses her wit and humor to navigate through menopause, her relationship with her family, and the secrets she's kept that reveal themselves during their vacation. I laughed out loud more than a few times while reading this short but incredibly poignant and mature novel.
I reveled in Willa's emotional intelligence and the beautifully dynamic relationship she has with her mom. I soaked up the wise tidbits Rocky's mom shares with her about life. I treasured Rocky's level of self-awareness and the honesty she has about her struggles. And I soaked in the sun that is this novel during this cold winter season.
Though I'm not at the same stage of life as Rocky, I thoroughly enjoyed this read and can't wait to return to it when I'm going through what Rocky experiences. An incredibly well-written and truly phenomenal read.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Miscarriage
Minor: Abortion