annejsize 's review for:

Same As It Ever Was by Claire Lombardo

4.75

challenging dark emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective sad tense fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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I loved the writing - once I got used to the author's style, it was easy to immerse myself into the story. The main character - Julia - wasn't very likable, which makes me cringe because I could strongly relate with her (well, with how she thinks, how she perceives people and situations, not her behavior). A great look at motherhood, at childhood trauma, at relationships between moms and daugthers/sons.