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November 12, 2022
DNF 39%
This was just... wierd? I had hoped it was going to be interesting... but it was not... It was just lots of babbling for my taste. Sadly. But it might be more of a cup of tea for others.
I got this eARC from Netgalley
This was just... wierd? I had hoped it was going to be interesting... but it was not... It was just lots of babbling for my taste. Sadly. But it might be more of a cup of tea for others.
I got this eARC from Netgalley
December 22, 2021
Holly Banks Full of Angst by Julie Valerie
Book #1: Village of Primm Series
Source: Purchase
Rating: 4½/5 stars
**MINI REVIEW**
The Bottom Line: Would it really be the start of a new year if I weren’t totally on the opposite side of the Goodreads star rating for a book?? Truly!! Y’all would begin to wonder about an imposter running my blog if I agreed with the masses about a book 😊
I went into this book expecting nothing and came having read a really ridiculous book that had me laughing through most of the pages and chapters. Once you realize and accept how absolutely over the top every aspect of this book is, you can simply sit back and enjoy the ride. The Village of Primm is utterly out of control, Mary-Margaret is absolutely monstrous in her behavior, and Holly is often startling in her responses to events in her life. I found Holly and her responses to be fascinating as well as often hilarious. If I am completely honest, there was more than one occasion when I found myself thinking how much happier we’d all be if, just once in a while we just let go like Holly Banks. To be sure, Holly is dealing with some crazy circumstances and her desire to fit in often trips her up and causes her to overreact to the situation at hand.
With time to ruminate on this book, I’ve come to the conclusion that Holly Banks Full of Angst is really a reflection of the modern world. Holly resembles so many people in this world with her home, her financial situation, her fears and worries for her child, and her inclusion into a community that goes too far in an effort to appear perfect. Holly doesn’t always react in the best way possible, but she is true to herself and her feelings and for that, I had to admire her.
Book #1: Village of Primm Series
Source: Purchase
Rating: 4½/5 stars
**MINI REVIEW**
The Bottom Line: Would it really be the start of a new year if I weren’t totally on the opposite side of the Goodreads star rating for a book?? Truly!! Y’all would begin to wonder about an imposter running my blog if I agreed with the masses about a book 😊
I went into this book expecting nothing and came having read a really ridiculous book that had me laughing through most of the pages and chapters. Once you realize and accept how absolutely over the top every aspect of this book is, you can simply sit back and enjoy the ride. The Village of Primm is utterly out of control, Mary-Margaret is absolutely monstrous in her behavior, and Holly is often startling in her responses to events in her life. I found Holly and her responses to be fascinating as well as often hilarious. If I am completely honest, there was more than one occasion when I found myself thinking how much happier we’d all be if, just once in a while we just let go like Holly Banks. To be sure, Holly is dealing with some crazy circumstances and her desire to fit in often trips her up and causes her to overreact to the situation at hand.
With time to ruminate on this book, I’ve come to the conclusion that Holly Banks Full of Angst is really a reflection of the modern world. Holly resembles so many people in this world with her home, her financial situation, her fears and worries for her child, and her inclusion into a community that goes too far in an effort to appear perfect. Holly doesn’t always react in the best way possible, but she is true to herself and her feelings and for that, I had to admire her.
October 20, 2023
Funny and clever but also it really touched me. We've all been that new mom, that new to the neighborhood, trying to make friends and learn the rules - trying to fit in. Making mistakes and filled with anxiety and angst! Been there - done that. Maybe Holly is struggling a bit more than the average woman but she's up against a lot having moved to the village of Primm which is run by a version of one of the Stepford wives! Ha! Recommended.
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