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A review by genthebookworm
Like a House on Fire by Lauren McBrayer
5.0
I love a book that looks at the gray areas of life and Like A House on Fire has it all....imperfect characters that challenge you, the dualities of adult life, the complexities of our relationships and pondering a crossroads in life.
This book was not only a page turner but it, at times, also made me quite uncomfortable, which really is one of my favorite kinds of books to consume and then discuss. Author Lauren McBrayers voice is unique and fresh and the storyline was totally unpredictable.
In Like A House on Fire, McBrayer takes on the societal expectations of women, from their careers, to the emotional labor of mothering, and the subtle nuances of long term partnerships. It's a "where do I go from here?" when the answers are never black and white. There's depth and dimension and I loved the idea that midlife can also unfold new beginnings.
This story is compelling and both heartbreaking and beautiful and I highly recommend picking it up. It would also make for an amazing book club discussion.
Thank you to Putnam Books for my gifted review copy.
This book was not only a page turner but it, at times, also made me quite uncomfortable, which really is one of my favorite kinds of books to consume and then discuss. Author Lauren McBrayers voice is unique and fresh and the storyline was totally unpredictable.
In Like A House on Fire, McBrayer takes on the societal expectations of women, from their careers, to the emotional labor of mothering, and the subtle nuances of long term partnerships. It's a "where do I go from here?" when the answers are never black and white. There's depth and dimension and I loved the idea that midlife can also unfold new beginnings.
This story is compelling and both heartbreaking and beautiful and I highly recommend picking it up. It would also make for an amazing book club discussion.
Thank you to Putnam Books for my gifted review copy.