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I usually don’t read romance. But I’m in a nei

I usually don’t read romance. But I’m in a neighborhood book club that helps me branch out. Good thing, because this book had me smitten from the first chapter.

Lies and Letters, by Ashtyn Newbold is a pure, regency, romance novel, which means it’s a totally clean read set in the early 19th century.

I loved the characters, the plot, and the Shakespeare quotes sprinkled throughout. (See my previous post for my favorite one.)

Charlotte Lyons is still single despite her best efforts to flirt and capture the heart of a wealthy suitor in London. Many admire her and seek her attention, but she has a heart of stone, thanks to her mother’s coaching and constant advice. She will marry only the richest—and no one else.

Then her family loses all their fortune when her father gambles it away. Suddenly destitute and bereft of their upper-class life, Mother sends Charlotte and her younger sister to live in a cottage in a poor seacoast village.

Suddenly, the girls must fend for themselves—for the first time in their lives. No maids, no luxuries, nothing of the former life they once had.

Fortunately, a kind local notices their need and offers to help them help themselves. James is both dashing and a gentleman.

Charlotte can’t help but notice his charm. Over time, her heart loves him, but her mind won’t relinquish her lifelong commitment to her mother to marry a man of status and riches, neither of which James has.

Find out what happens, how Charlotte changes and grows in character, and also enjoy the budding relationship between her sister and James’s brother, an earl with a great deal of promise.

🖊 @ashtyn_newbold_author

#ashtynnewbold #pureromance #cleanromancenovels #cleanromance #cleanromancefiction #regencyromance #cleanregencyromance #mrsladywordsmith #cleanreads #cleanreadsbooks #momwhoreads

This quote jumped out at me in the book I'm curren

This quote jumped out at me in the book I'm currently reading. It has wonderful Shakespeare quotes throughout. Stay tuned for my book review. You'll want to know about this one.⠀
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#bookquote #bookquotes #liesandletters #ashtynnewbold #pureromance #romancebook #romancebooks #cleanbookstoread #cleanreads #mrsladywordsmith

I’m incredibly late to the party on this one. Mo

I’m incredibly late to the party on this one. Most of you have already read Unbroken. My purpose in sharing it here is to encourage anyone who hasn’t yet read it to definitely do so.

I just recently read it. Like so many WWII stories, there’s so much tragedy amidst great courage.

Unlike many such stories, this one isn’t fiction. It’s based on the true story of Louis “Louie” Zamperini, an Olympian who later serves as a tail bomber in the war and becomes a POW.

But before he can even become a POW, he endures 47 days adrift at sea when his plane goes down. He somehow survives scorching heat, starvation, extreme dehydration, sharks, and enemy fire.

Finally thinking they were saved, he and a surviving raft buddy are thrust into separate POW camps, where Louie becomes a prime target for Japanese brutality.

Incredible stories about the will to live and return to family are so inspiring to me. I enjoy so many daily comforts. I cannot fathom the depths to which some have gone to simply survive.

Unbroken is such an amazing read. Especially if you need a courageous boost in life, read this one. You’ll see why an unbroken spirit can overcome all odds.

Note: This contains war language.

#unbrokenbook #laurahillenbrand #louiszamperini #booksoncourage #wwiihistory #wwiibooks #mustreadbooks #mustread #mrsladywordsmith #bookreview #bookreviews #bookreviewer #bookreviewer #bookclub

I made this a few years ago and have it in my etsy

I made this a few years ago and have it in my etsy shop and hanging on a wall in my home. I love how words can be art.

I do think much of our lives are better understood when we look back on things. But I try not to look back with regret. Life is meant to live going forward.

Make summer reading an absolute blast for your kid

Make summer reading an absolute blast for your kids with these great ideas. You'll see pictures of our favorite one. LINK IN BIO @mrsladywordsmith⠀
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#summerreading #summerreadingfun #summerreadingideas #summerreadingforkids #mrsladywordsmith #momwhoreads #momswhoread #roalddahl #readingmomma

Do your children struggle to do chores, especially

Do your children struggle to do chores, especially during the summer? Mine sure do! So I decided to access the magical power of Harry Potter to inspire them to do better. We love the books and movies. Now HP makes it a little more fun to do our chores. You're welcome to access this free printable that's ready to download instantly. Alohomora! LINK IN BIO @mrsladywordsmith.⠀
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#harrypotterprintable #harrypotterfans #freeprintable #instantdownload #chorecharts #chorechart #chorechartsforkids #chorechartsuccess

Every once in a while I post a book about my churc

Every once in a while I post a book about my church. While my account isn’t religion focused, I am deeply religious and faithful.

So if you’re interested in this one, let me resume for a bit.

One of my HUGE pet peeves is rampant myths floating around the membership of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I suppose the same thing can be said for other religions too. But our membership seems to be especially gullible about some of the more fantastical myths floating around. We LOVE a good, faith-promoting story that shares our church and its membership in a glorious light.

If the story is indeed a true account, it IS faith-enhancing. If not, it leaves one feeling duped. And no one wants to feel that way.

I picked up this book the other day and bought a copy for a missionary niece.

Upon reading the book, I realize I could have saved myself some money because my years of training at the Ensign magazine taught me everything in the book. I’m not learning anything new.

That said, I think it’s important information and something most members should read and understand.

Admittedly, the book is a bit dry and laborious to read. You’ll want to add it to your personal study and take it a few pages at a time.

The author does mention and dispel some popular “Mormon myths,” but the majority of the book focuses on teaching readers techniques to learn and develop. The goal is to help you become a better student, sniff out the myths you’ll undoubtedly find in your studies, and NOT pass them along.

Anyone else pick up this book yet?

Please note: If you’re planning to leave a disparaging comment about my religion, save yourself the time. I’ll simply delete such comments.

What lies within me? What lies within you? I thin

What lies within me? What lies within you?

I think it’s so important for every person to truly know themself. Of course, this process takes a lifetime.

In a few days, I turn 51. I’m amazed at how much I’ve progressed personally, emotionally, spiritually over the years.

I still have a deep passion for helping others, but I’ve also learned there are limits.

I know myself. I know my true nature. I know when to not push myself. I know my limits. Sometimes I say no to commitments. And it feels good.

Sometimes I realize I can’t help someone who won’t help themself.

Throughout it all, I know my intentions are good—even if others don’t always see them that way.

I will always stand up for what I believe is right—even when others disagree.

I’m respectful in doing so. Others have rights too. But I share good principles and ideas in hopes that others will see and adopt them too.

What lies within me? A core of correct principles. A love for mankind. A desire to spread righteousness.

This was on the list for our July bookclub. After

This was on the list for our July bookclub. After reading it, I took it off.

Let me explain. It has surprises in it that I didn’t want to learn about. For instance, the main character decides to do a much-needed makeover. What’s the first thing she chooses? A Hollywood wax, the process of which is shared in great detail. What??? She has a huge burn scar on her face. Wouldn’t one start with that? And why would an intelligent reader want to know the details of a wax job “down there?”🤦🏼‍♀️

There were also a bunch of f bombs💣which really bothered me. They didn’t fit the story at all. Aside from the language and a vodka-drinking lifestyle, there were some endearing things about Eleanor.

She’s been through a lot, far more than is fair. Terrible, terrible childhood trauma—along with an almost autism-like manner and understanding of the world—limit her ability to socialize and cope with her own feelings.

I’m a total advocate for those on the spectrum. Our family has personal experience with it. While Eleanor’s character isn’t outright autistic and could be related to her childhood trauma, she’s depicted as a very sad, traumatized character.

Fortunately, she does get professional help and gains a friend who truly cares about her. Raymond is a godsend, and by the end of the book, you just pray the two get together.

Anyway, if I haven’t scared you off this book yet, you should know that it reminded me a lot of A Man Called Ove. I didn’t like that one much either.

Have you read Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine? What’s your take? You certainly don’t have to agree with me. ☺️

Note: This book also contains a chapter on suicide ideation. Please consider this if you choose it for a bookclub discussion. It may deeply impact some readers. Our bookclub has addressed this topic with a much more suitable book.

Don't just sit on the couch and read this summer!

Don't just sit on the couch and read this summer! Now that we're pretty much free from the pandemic, book lovers can explore fun places to read. This free set of bingo cards makes it super fun for a family or group of bookclub ladies to challenge each other a bit.⠀
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Where will you read? At the beach? In the mountains? By a campfire? In a favorite chair? Play along and have some fun while encouraging the kids to read too. Link in bio @mrsladywordsmith⠀
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#summerreading #summerreadingfun #summerreadingchallenge #summerreading2021#summerreadingclub #summerreadinggoals #summerreadingbingo #mrsladywordsmith #bookbingo #bookbingochallenge

This is why I’m careful about the books I recomm

This is why I’m careful about the books I recommend to others. I know I want to keep good thoughts in my brain. AND I want to learn new things without learning nasty little surprises.

If you feel the same way, I hope you’ll continue to follow along here, maybe even tag a friend who feels the same way.

There are so many GREAT books out there. Let’s spend our time reading those and helping others to find them.

If you’re not already in my online bookclub, I personally invite you. We find the BEST clean reads together. It’s a great group of ladies. To join, just click on the link in my bio @mrsladywordsmith and you’ll see the Facebook link. Super easy!

Hope to see you soon. ❤️

May we continue to enjoy our freedoms and respect

May we continue to enjoy our freedoms and respect that ALL are entitled to them. ❤️🇺🇸💙

#godblessamerica #ingodwetrust #mrsladywordsmith

A very probing, heavy read: That’s how I’d des

A very probing, heavy read: That’s how I’d describe The Radium Girls, by Kate Moore.

It took me weeks to work my way through this 400-page book. Normally, I cruise through thick books. But this one has a lot of details to absorb. After awhile, the stories sound much the same. So I’d set the book aside for a few days. Parts of it were monotonous, but I was interested in learning about this true story. So I plugged along.

During WWI, radium was considered by many to be a wonder drug, something healthy to consume. Its glow when mixed in paint also proved highly useful in making glow-in-the-dark watch dials and equipment for military use.

The problem is that it was expensively scarce and had to be painted by hand. Skilled young women used a lip-dip-paint method to apply it. Camel-hair brushes were carefully loaded with paint, then formed into a perfect tip by inserting the brush tip in the mouth. Repeated thousands of times per girl, this technique proved to be eventually fateful.

Radium poisoning killed many employees of the Radium Dial Company and others. Agonizing and debilitating, the poisonous effects maimed and destroyed young women in the prime of their lives.

Regret from the companies involved? None. In fact, they denied, stalled, lied—did everything but offer compassion and compensation.

So the girls fought industry giants for over a decade—until finally their cause was justified.

⭐️I’m glad I now know the story. Our bookclub read this together and watched the movie last night. It differs significantly from the book but also provides much of the story. Depending on how much you want to know about The Radium Girls will depend on how much time you want to invest. There’s also a young readers’ edition that some have suggested as a quicker read.

#theradiumgirls #katemoore #mrsladywordsmith #nonfiction #nonfictionbooks #nonfictionhistory #historylovers #womeninhistory #momswhoread #cleanreads #historicalnonfiction

Happy day at the beach. I’m not a beachy person,

Happy day at the beach. I’m not a beachy person, but today this is perfect. 69 degrees. I’m in the shade with ice water, candy, and a book. I’m in a happy place. 🏝

Typically, I’m a mountain ⛰ girl. Are you a beach lover or a mountain lover?
#beachreads #beachbook #beachbooks #summerreads2020 #mrsladywordsmith

Wishtree is a charming read by Newbery award-winne

Wishtree is a charming read by Newbery award-winner Katherine Applegate (The One and Only Bob).

Red is a very old tree and has lived to see many things. He’s kind to all the animals, and many live in his trunk and branches.

He also serves a special purpose in the neighborhood. Many come to him every May Day to leave a wish on his branches by tying a note with a ribbon or scrap of fabric. It’s become a beloved yearly tradition.

One day, however, something ugly happens in the neighboring homes. A Muslim family moves in, and many neighbors are not accepting of them.

Find out how the tree helps to bring everyone together in kindness and respect.

Reading level for ages 4-12. Perfect read aloud.

#wishtree #katherineapplegate #bestyouthliterature #bestchildrensbooks #summerbooksforkids #booksforkids #chapterbooksforkids #mrsladywordsmith #kindnessmatters #inclusionmatters #momswhoread #wholesomereads

Happy Father’s Day to the father of my two hands

Happy Father’s Day to the father of my two handsome boys. 😊 He’s in Washington DC today on a senior trip with my oldest.

I must say, he’s a great dad! I really lucked out when I FINALLY found him. 😊 He coaches their games, helps with homework, does housework, and helps me in every way. We make a great team, and I am so grateful for him.

I am also mindful this day that many women are missing husbands or fathers—for one reason or another. I hope there is a father figure in your life.

From Mrs. Lady Wordsmith, I wish a most wonderful Happy Father’s Day to all fathers everywhere.

Art is by Andy Warhol. I think it’s subliminal proof that my husband likes curly blondes. 😊 Good thing he married one. 😆

#happyfathersday #mrsladywordsmith #andywarhol #andywarholart

I wouldn’t recommend this book to just anyone. B

I wouldn’t recommend this book to just anyone. But I found it interesting and learned A LOT about the history of the medical profession. It makes me so grateful for what we have now.

I had read other books about Florence Nightengale and a few things about other esteemed professionals in medical history.

This one focuses on Dr. Lister (a recognizable name for which Listerine is named after). He was a pioneer, along with his father, in the science of using the microscope. When it was first invented, it was primarily a gentleman’s toy, something only the rich could afford and use as a hobby.

Young Lister marveled at his father’s work with the microscope and combined it with his own passion for science and medical research.

Lister soon claimed there were such things as microbes in the air—germs. He was scoffed at!

In his day, surgeries were often performed on awake patients in theaters with audiences. Surgical tools were passed from one procedure to the next without sanitization. Doctors wore the same blood-spattered clothes from one patient to the next.

To go to the hospital or to have surgery was usually a death sentence to the patient. If they survived the procedure, they often died later from infection.

Morbidly fascinating, this book is a well-researched historical account. If you’re interested in this topic, the book is well written and documented.

#thebutcheringart #historyofmedicine #history #historygenre #lister #mrsladywordsmith #booksthatmakeyouthink

Now more than ever we need Kindness Ambassadors. W

Now more than ever we need Kindness Ambassadors. Who's with me?!⠀
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Name one kind thing someone has done for you. Maybe it was a stranger. Or maybe it was a friend or family member.⠀
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One of the kindest things someone has ever done for me came from a complete stranger. When my oldest son was very young, I often took him on stroller rides. One day, a man I did not know approached me on the sidewalk, gave me a rose, and thanked me for being a good mom to my little boy. He said he knew that motherhood was sometimes tough, and he wanted me to know how much he appreciated my efforts and sacrifices to stay home with my child. His kindness meant the world to me, and I'll never forget it. His words were just what I needed to hear.⠀
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What memorable, kind thing has someone done for you?⠀
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#kindnessmatters #bekind #optimism #betheone #makeadifference #positivequotes #mrsladywordsmith #wordsmatter #saysomethingnice

This isn’t just another book about overcoming tr

This isn’t just another book about overcoming trauma. I’ve read several. This is a true story about a clinical therapist who was EXTREMELY abused—emotionally, sexually, physically—as a child. Her reality was harsh and beyond bleak.

As an adult with a successful career and family, she finally sought clinical help from another therapist to help heal from her childhood traumas. On the outside, everything appeared to be fine, but she needed to break down the barriers her trauma continued to cause.

Dr. Christy Kane, the author of this well-written account, interviewed and compiled these two stories. Information is sensitive and both parties wish to remain anonymous, while giving Dr. Kane their blessings to write this account—so others may learn from the journey of healing that counseling can facilitate.

The book is now available on Amazon. If you wish to read it too, please obtain a copy. I’d love to hear what you think of it.

To me, it very much reminded me of the book Educated, by Tara Westover. Childhood abuse, self-education, rising up against the odds.

@dr.christykane

#booksontrauma #traumarecovery #traumahealing #drchristykane #booksworthreading #mrsladywordsmith

A while back, I read a great series about a potter

A while back, I read a great series about a potter. I thoroughly enjoyed the three books about Niederbipp, starting with the first title “Remembering Isaac.” @niederbippboy

The books are just so unique, full of fabulous quotes, a series of pottery pictures that look like a mini movie when you flip the pages fast. All of that plus a great storyline and young, clean romance made me live them.

During and after my reading, I kept thinking about my long-held desire to try my hand at making pottery.

Somehow I never got the experience in all my years of schooling. So I signed up for a class and thoroughly loved it!

When my boys heard about my experience, they wanted to try too. I didn’t want them to be 50, like me, when they finally had the opportunity. So I signed them up!

I enjoyed photographing my oldest son as he formed his first bowl. I took several pictures of both boys, but this first one really captures the experience for me. It shows care and detail.

Have you been inspired to try a new skill from something you’ve read about? I’m sure you have. Please share. I’d love to hear.

#booksthatinspire #potterybook #booksthatteach #inspiringbooks #mrsladywordsmith

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I usually don’t read romance. But I’m in a nei

I usually don’t read romance. But I’m in a neighborhood book club that helps me branch out. Good thing, because this book had me smitten from the first chapter.

Lies and Letters, by Ashtyn Newbold is a pure, regency, romance novel, which means it’s a totally clean read set in the early 19th century.

I loved the characters, the plot, and the Shakespeare quotes sprinkled throughout. (See my previous post for my favorite one.)

Charlotte Lyons is still single despite her best efforts to flirt and capture the heart of a wealthy suitor in London. Many admire her and seek her attention, but she has a heart of stone, thanks to her mother’s coaching and constant advice. She will marry only the richest—and no one else.

Then her family loses all their fortune when her father gambles it away. Suddenly destitute and bereft of their upper-class life, Mother sends Charlotte and her younger sister to live in a cottage in a poor seacoast village.

Suddenly, the girls must fend for themselves—for the first time in their lives. No maids, no luxuries, nothing of the former life they once had.

Fortunately, a kind local notices their need and offers to help them help themselves. James is both dashing and a gentleman.

Charlotte can’t help but notice his charm. Over time, her heart loves him, but her mind won’t relinquish her lifelong commitment to her mother to marry a man of status and riches, neither of which James has.

Find out what happens, how Charlotte changes and grows in character, and also enjoy the budding relationship between her sister and James’s brother, an earl with a great deal of promise.

🖊 @ashtyn_newbold_author

#ashtynnewbold #pureromance #cleanromancenovels #cleanromance #cleanromancefiction #regencyromance #cleanregencyromance #mrsladywordsmith #cleanreads #cleanreadsbooks #momwhoreads

This quote jumped out at me in the book I'm curren

This quote jumped out at me in the book I'm currently reading. It has wonderful Shakespeare quotes throughout. Stay tuned for my book review. You'll want to know about this one.⠀
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#bookquote #bookquotes #liesandletters #ashtynnewbold #pureromance #romancebook #romancebooks #cleanbookstoread #cleanreads #mrsladywordsmith

I’m incredibly late to the party on this one. Mo

I’m incredibly late to the party on this one. Most of you have already read Unbroken. My purpose in sharing it here is to encourage anyone who hasn’t yet read it to definitely do so.

I just recently read it. Like so many WWII stories, there’s so much tragedy amidst great courage.

Unlike many such stories, this one isn’t fiction. It’s based on the true story of Louis “Louie” Zamperini, an Olympian who later serves as a tail bomber in the war and becomes a POW.

But before he can even become a POW, he endures 47 days adrift at sea when his plane goes down. He somehow survives scorching heat, starvation, extreme dehydration, sharks, and enemy fire.

Finally thinking they were saved, he and a surviving raft buddy are thrust into separate POW camps, where Louie becomes a prime target for Japanese brutality.

Incredible stories about the will to live and return to family are so inspiring to me. I enjoy so many daily comforts. I cannot fathom the depths to which some have gone to simply survive.

Unbroken is such an amazing read. Especially if you need a courageous boost in life, read this one. You’ll see why an unbroken spirit can overcome all odds.

Note: This contains war language.

#unbrokenbook #laurahillenbrand #louiszamperini #booksoncourage #wwiihistory #wwiibooks #mustreadbooks #mustread #mrsladywordsmith #bookreview #bookreviews #bookreviewer #bookreviewer #bookclub

I made this a few years ago and have it in my etsy

I made this a few years ago and have it in my etsy shop and hanging on a wall in my home. I love how words can be art.

I do think much of our lives are better understood when we look back on things. But I try not to look back with regret. Life is meant to live going forward.

Make summer reading an absolute blast for your kid

Make summer reading an absolute blast for your kids with these great ideas. You'll see pictures of our favorite one. LINK IN BIO @mrsladywordsmith⠀
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#summerreading #summerreadingfun #summerreadingideas #summerreadingforkids #mrsladywordsmith #momwhoreads #momswhoread #roalddahl #readingmomma

Do your children struggle to do chores, especially

Do your children struggle to do chores, especially during the summer? Mine sure do! So I decided to access the magical power of Harry Potter to inspire them to do better. We love the books and movies. Now HP makes it a little more fun to do our chores. You're welcome to access this free printable that's ready to download instantly. Alohomora! LINK IN BIO @mrsladywordsmith.⠀
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#harrypotterprintable #harrypotterfans #freeprintable #instantdownload #chorecharts #chorechart #chorechartsforkids #chorechartsuccess

Every once in a while I post a book about my churc

Every once in a while I post a book about my church. While my account isn’t religion focused, I am deeply religious and faithful.

So if you’re interested in this one, let me resume for a bit.

One of my HUGE pet peeves is rampant myths floating around the membership of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I suppose the same thing can be said for other religions too. But our membership seems to be especially gullible about some of the more fantastical myths floating around. We LOVE a good, faith-promoting story that shares our church and its membership in a glorious light.

If the story is indeed a true account, it IS faith-enhancing. If not, it leaves one feeling duped. And no one wants to feel that way.

I picked up this book the other day and bought a copy for a missionary niece.

Upon reading the book, I realize I could have saved myself some money because my years of training at the Ensign magazine taught me everything in the book. I’m not learning anything new.

That said, I think it’s important information and something most members should read and understand.

Admittedly, the book is a bit dry and laborious to read. You’ll want to add it to your personal study and take it a few pages at a time.

The author does mention and dispel some popular “Mormon myths,” but the majority of the book focuses on teaching readers techniques to learn and develop. The goal is to help you become a better student, sniff out the myths you’ll undoubtedly find in your studies, and NOT pass them along.

Anyone else pick up this book yet?

Please note: If you’re planning to leave a disparaging comment about my religion, save yourself the time. I’ll simply delete such comments.

What lies within me? What lies within you? I thin

What lies within me? What lies within you?

I think it’s so important for every person to truly know themself. Of course, this process takes a lifetime.

In a few days, I turn 51. I’m amazed at how much I’ve progressed personally, emotionally, spiritually over the years.

I still have a deep passion for helping others, but I’ve also learned there are limits.

I know myself. I know my true nature. I know when to not push myself. I know my limits. Sometimes I say no to commitments. And it feels good.

Sometimes I realize I can’t help someone who won’t help themself.

Throughout it all, I know my intentions are good—even if others don’t always see them that way.

I will always stand up for what I believe is right—even when others disagree.

I’m respectful in doing so. Others have rights too. But I share good principles and ideas in hopes that others will see and adopt them too.

What lies within me? A core of correct principles. A love for mankind. A desire to spread righteousness.

This was on the list for our July bookclub. After

This was on the list for our July bookclub. After reading it, I took it off.

Let me explain. It has surprises in it that I didn’t want to learn about. For instance, the main character decides to do a much-needed makeover. What’s the first thing she chooses? A Hollywood wax, the process of which is shared in great detail. What??? She has a huge burn scar on her face. Wouldn’t one start with that? And why would an intelligent reader want to know the details of a wax job “down there?”🤦🏼‍♀️

There were also a bunch of f bombs💣which really bothered me. They didn’t fit the story at all. Aside from the language and a vodka-drinking lifestyle, there were some endearing things about Eleanor.

She’s been through a lot, far more than is fair. Terrible, terrible childhood trauma—along with an almost autism-like manner and understanding of the world—limit her ability to socialize and cope with her own feelings.

I’m a total advocate for those on the spectrum. Our family has personal experience with it. While Eleanor’s character isn’t outright autistic and could be related to her childhood trauma, she’s depicted as a very sad, traumatized character.

Fortunately, she does get professional help and gains a friend who truly cares about her. Raymond is a godsend, and by the end of the book, you just pray the two get together.

Anyway, if I haven’t scared you off this book yet, you should know that it reminded me a lot of A Man Called Ove. I didn’t like that one much either.

Have you read Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine? What’s your take? You certainly don’t have to agree with me. ☺️

Note: This book also contains a chapter on suicide ideation. Please consider this if you choose it for a bookclub discussion. It may deeply impact some readers. Our bookclub has addressed this topic with a much more suitable book.

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Privacy Overview

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