Review by
KT Sullivan
Four
women are trying to lose weight. After accessing their lack of progress at a
health club, they decide to live instead of diet. Some don’t realize they’re
jeopardizing their health by focusing on dropping a few pounds. Pixie has an
abusive husband, Jane hosts a television show, Ellie is consumed by jealousy,
and Katie, the narrator, needs to focus on one guy or lose him. All face major
decisions and some are dictated by their weight. In some cases, these women are
the only support group for each other.
They
create The Curvy Girls Club as a place where women of a certain size can come
together and be comfortable. Jane is faced with a dilemma, host a new show or
move for her husband’s career. All try to support each other, until one
unintentionally breaks the bond. Are a few extra or less pounds worth a
friendship or a job?
The
author’s message is simple: love yourself before you try to please others. This
is a story based on friendship and sisterhood. I saw something once commenting
on women and their weight. ‘Without men, the world would be full of fat happy
women.’ Some women seek approval based on their looks. This story doesn’t dwell
on men’s opinions as much as the women dreading their appearance. These women
from different backgrounds find themselves in the same spot. Weight is defining
them and ruining their self-images. Many issues, especially pregnancy weight
gain, are relatable topics. Many women will see themselves in the characters
and will be pleased on how they resolve their problems.
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About the Author:
Michele Gorman is the USA TODAY bestselling author of
eight romantic comedies. Born and raised in the US, Michele has lived in London
for 16 years. She is very fond of naps, ice cream and Richard Curtis films but
objects to spiders and the word "portion".
You can find out more about Michele by following her on twitter or Facebook and by reading her blog or website. Do chat with her online - she's always looking for an excuse to procrastinate!
You can find out more about Michele by following her on twitter or Facebook and by reading her blog or website. Do chat with her online - she's always looking for an excuse to procrastinate!
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Love MG's books! Thanks for sharing! Lauren
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