"I was so excited to read this book. I loved this author’s previous work, however this one didn’t WaW me.

First of all, I didn’t read the hard copy but rather listened to the audiobook. The characters were not defined well, the flow between the father and the son was confusing because I didn’t know who was who and was speaking. Many times my mind wondered elsewhere which is never a good sign for me. It means I am not invested in the story.

The ending was OK. Again, I wasn’t impressed that much. Sorry fellow readers, this wasn’t my favorite book by A.N. I Hope you will enjoy it much more than me.

Cheers 🍷"

"This is a dark! Dark! Story. There are female villains and then there are FEMALE VILLAINS! Perla is one messed up character. I will not go further as it will be getting into spoiler territory.

The story is solid with many turns and twists. Character development with each POV was perfect, always kept me engaged to want to get to know them better. Especially Perla and Leewood Folcrum’s characters were very interesting.

The only fall back is: I figured out the connection between …… and …… about 50 percent in (fill in the blanks after finishing the book). I don’t want to give away an important twist.

I hope you will enjoy this book as much as I did

Enjoy 🍷"

"This book will probably make you feel VERY uncomfortable-especially if you are a mother, as it deals with women who suffer from “maternal ambivalence”.

Author Kim Hooper addresses this very REAL thing through the alternating voices of three different women.

Some women thrive as mothers.
But not Nicole.

Before having her two girls, she craved the title of “mommy” but after losing her job and by default becoming a “stay at home” mom, she no longer feels like a vibrant woman-just a wife and mother who is constantly being summoned to do one thing or another. When her dad becomes ill with “Creutzfeldt-Jakob” disease, she reaches her breaking point. It’s heartbreaking 💔 to watch a loved one lose his life 4-6 months after being diagnosed with this cruel, fast progressing illness.

Katrina finds herself flirting with a handsome stranger at a bar. She never expected to let things go as far as she does, but she too, is dissatisfied with how her life has turned out.

And, back in the 80’s, another housewife named Rose finds herself battling the notion that motherhood should be ENOUGH. The only place she can vent is on the pages of her diary.

Can you love your children but not love “mothering”?

This is a fast paced story which may not be for everyone but I enjoy books that make you FEEL something-good or bad. Not only did it GRAB my interest from page #1 but it held me captive through the FIRST twist and the SECOND!

I became familiar with Kim Hooper’s work when I listened to “No Hiding in Boise” and this is now the 4th book of hers that I have read-each earning 4-5 stars ⭐️ without exception❗️She always seems to explore thought provoking topics.

If this isn’t a subject that you feel comfortable exploring-do check out one of her other titles-she is an immensely talented writer who deserves more attention !

Review for “No Hiding in Boise” /review/show...

A buddy read with Marilyn and DeAnn which offered MUCH for discussion! Do check out their reviews!

TW: The terminal illness and hospice care is vividly described and it is heartbreaking 💔

This was my Amazon Prime FIRST READ selection for June, and it is available now!"