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Stretch Marks: A Novel (2009)

by Kimberly Stuart(Favorite Author)

3.52 of 5 Votes: 4

ISBN

0781448921 (ISBN13: 9780781448925)

languge

English

genre

Fiction

publisher

David C. Cook

review 1: It was an easy read with no real depth. I was hoping by the subtle mentions of God through various characters that it was going there. It didn't. I wasn't a big fan of the main character, Mia, although I did enjoy her interaction with her mother - Babs. Now that I could relate to (don't worry Mom - not in a bad way!) She was just a quirky character that sometimes said inappropriate things, but added humor to the scenes she was in and wanted the best for her daughter.The writing was fine and it was a cute story, with decent characters that I could picture in my head throughout the story. Basically Mia, the non-marriage believing, all natural, vegetarian, social worker, ends up pregnant. The father fleas, leaving her with a cast of friends, neighbors, family, co-workers, and... more some strangers as her support system. She seemed annoyed most of the time and not appreciative for the things/people she did have. Who knows - her situation wasn't a good one - but she doesn't make for a good main character. Maybe that is what the author was going for - I just didn't care for it.But for a free, easy, quick, read, go for it, but I think I'm moving on to something with a little more depth! (We'll see - I am still at the beach!)
review 2: This story opens with our protagonist, Mia, displaying early symptoms of pregnancy. She is living with her very self-centered boyfriend, Lars, who wants nothing to do with marriage, and later on, a pregnancy. Mia is therefore faced with single motherhood. Her mother, Babs, enters the story, despite her and Mia's much strained relationship. The two are polar opposites of each other and have a rocky past. However, with the help of Mia's neighbors and friends (each with their own quirks), the two learn to survive and rebuild their relationship. This is a delightful read, infused with Christian morals that aren't overwhelming. The characters are quirky and enjoyable and make for a great cast and story! less

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