Lire and marriage and how hard it can be. Too trite to be real. ( )

2006

(unabridged audiobook read by Johanna Parker): Though stories of multiple people all experiencing different variations on the same theme are far from uncommon, this one is reasonably fresh and enjoyable. Here we have four mothers (current, former, and soon-to-be) from four different backgrounds, each dealing with issues with her marriage and with her mother (or mother-in-law). The target audience is definitely mothers and mothers-to-be (and I think fathers could benefit from such an honest account of what their wives and girlfriends are going through), but I found myself sympathizing with the characters and wanting to know how things turned out. I especially empathized with Kelly. No, this book has not made me want children of my own, but it was a good story nonetheless. And it certainly didn't hurt that it was read by a actress with amazing subtleties in her voice. Most of the men sounded alike, but she had an amazing range in her female voices. ( )

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This was a nice read, although I wouldn’t call it a light read, compared to most other chick lit that’s out there, it was still an enjoyable book that I would read again. Instead of the usually fluff I’ve read in some recent chick lit books, it was full of heart, humour and the misadventures first time mothers have with themselves, their new born babies, in-laws and their husbands. Although there wasn’t as much laugh-out-loud humour as I’ve found in some other books in chick-lit genre I’ve enjoyed, this book had an overall great story and collection characters you were able to care about and follow along with their journey through motherhood and watching as these women came together and formed a powerful and bonding friendship.

I liked some characters and their stories better then others, my least favourite was Kelly’s. I didn’t care for her character or her story line, she had my least favourite personality type and I didn’t connect to her at all. Ayindee was a character I felt to be on middle ground with, but Becky and Lia were my favourite characters and who’s parts of the story I enjoyed the most. Lia’s will make you tear up, and Becky has a dazzling personality and spirit, I wish she was real, because she is one of those people who have a warming heart and kindness towards those she loves, and her giving labour is a little amusing, because before she experienced her contractions she was one of those “natural birth” girls, but that part is sure to make you laugh, and her husband is the envy of all women (I want my future husband to be him, sans the mother-in-law and added a bit of book nerdiness into him).

My only real criticism of the book is that I had a hard time connecting with the characters, and I’m not sure if it was because there was because of the book itself, or because I lack experience in motherhood, because I myself am not a mother. The book does a good job at giving a more realistic look at motherhood, rather than a glorified look, which I thought was well done, but there is still a level of the book I think that just didn’t connect to me, like the author intended to do with readers. But over all, was a very well done book, a quick read, I practically read it in one sitting, and an enjoyable story, and I think I’ll check out more writing by Weiner, because she seems to have a knack for they style of chick lit I like (similar to what I like with Marian Keyes).

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Little Earthquakes is another great Jennifer Weiner read!

True to Jennifer Weiner's writing style this is another book that you will enjoy from start to finish! A must read for Mommies but it can be enjoyed by anyone! I read bits and pieces to my husband when he would find me laughing out loud. A quick and easy read for a rainy day, even with kids at home. ( )

Entertaining and a very real depiction of motherhood. ( )

The experiences that they went through are so real. I was so sad when this book ended. ( )

Definitely an easy read, but had some substance to it being chick lit. ( )

I feel as though it's safe to assume that motherhood is a challenging endeavor. Having said that, I felt that this book focused on the negative aspects of becoming a new mother. The characters were one-dimensional, clichéd stereotypes and weren't particularly likable. ( )

Why did I buy this book at a thrift store? I don't even like chick lit! And this book reminded me why.

It's well-written, covering the travails of a cluster of impending mothers and how they cope during their babies' first year. The author is indeed witty and makes some good observations. It's just... they annoyed me (Kelly especially). Their experience was nothing like my experience in becoming a mother and I had difficulty relating to some of their problems. There were so many brand names dropped in this book I wondered if the publisher was getting kickbacks. I can see why this was a bestseller and why many enjoyed it, but it's just not for me. ( )

A funny, sincere, endearing book about friendship, pregnancy, loss and grief. Weiner's characters are believable and because they are placed in largely realistic situations, you can't help but care for them and root for their lives to turn out happily. Well, except for the evil mother-in-law that is... ( )

I adored this book from cover to cover. Jennifer Weiner has created strong, entirely believable female characters who are grappling with motherhood -- all of them for the first time. Though I usually shy away from novels with too many "main" characters, the four women at the center of 'Little Earthquakes' were engrossing and endearing -- and I felt like I really got to know each of them from the inside out. Loved this one! ( )

This book was really enjoyable. The author has characters I related too and it was well written and just kept me hooked. ( )

Probably my favorite of Jennifer Weiner's books. The characters and their experiences are relateable.

Motherhood, female friendship, sap ( )

My favorite Jennifer Weiner book. It features the most diverse cast of characters and most realistic situations. ( )

Story of a group of women that meet in a prenatal yoga class, and their lives, husbands, and babies, and how a womanthat lost her baby comes to join tehm. Loved all their personalities and those of the husbands,mothers, and MILs.
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I really enjoy this book. I think it's really clever how Jennifer Weiner ties each character together. Each character's story has something to do with eachother and motherhood. It's a very interesting book.

I was surprised how much I enjoyed this book. Weiner does a good job of weaving the stories of 4 friends all whose lives have changed by motherhood. I thought the characters were well drawn and the story was really engaging. I thoroughly enjoyed it and will definitely look out for another Jennifer Weiner book to read. ( )

I'm always pleasantly surprised by Jennifer Weiner's books. I go into them expecting a light read, but I get real food for thought. Wonderful characters and a realistic reflection of life. ( )

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Easy story to get into but at times too "fiction". Touching message on the importance of girlfriends and the challenges of life. ( )