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I'll Take What She Has (2013)

by Samantha Wilde(Favorite Author)

3.3 of 5 Votes: 1

ISBN

0385342675 (ISBN13: 9780385342674)

languge

English

genre

Fiction

publisher

Bantam

review 1: I had not previously read Samantha Wilde's first book (although after reading this one I can't wait to get my hands on it) so I wasn't sure if I would like this book but I was intrigued enough by the description to read it. I'm glad I did because it was so much fun! Wilde has a wonderful way of writing truthful honest characters even if they each do have unlikable traits (just like all of us do!) I found myself relating strongly to Annie and enjoyed reading her chapters immensely (the book is written from both Annie and Nora's points of view in alternating chapters). I found myself nodding my head in agreement with so many things Annie was going through and both the main characters had me laughing out loud as I followed their lives throughout a school year. If you are a mo... morem (or are on your way to becoming a mom) you will enjoy this read!
review 2: This was an interesting take on two women's complicated lives. Nora and Annie have been life-long friends with a relationship they seem to take for granted. When another women threatens their friendship, loyalties are tested. Nora and Annie must confront their true feelings and take responsibility for their actions. The overall story was enjoyable and an easy read. The characters made some unusual and interesting life choices but they became quite annoying and whiny. That did lend well though to the theme and the complexity of friendships, especially among women. Jealousy and envy were huge stumbling blocks for Nora and Annie which was understandable. What was frustrating was that these characters didn't talk to each other about their problems. They could have saved so much time and energy if they had been honest with each other. Of course real life isn't that simple and that would have led to a much shorter book. I did like the writing and sense of humor even when I didn't like the characters and their often dumb decisions. I look forward to trying future books from this author. Author Publisher Thank you to LibraryThing Early Reviewers for a copy in exchange for my honest review. less

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