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A review by katietotallybooked
The Husbands by Holly Gramazio
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Thoughts:
After finishing the book right at the end of my daughter's naptime, my first thought was “That was so wierd. What did I just read?”. I wasn't even sure if I had liked it or enjoyed it or not.
Now, after letting it marinate for about 24 hours, and listening to the author interview in the Modern Mrs. Darcy book club, I can say that the book was actually pretty clever and unique. It was unlike anything I'd ever read before, and it really does make you think. This endless supply of husbands from Lauren's attic can sound like a great idea, but it could also lead to decision overwhelm and this need to find the “perfect” husband, when in reality any one is a perfectly good choice and “maybe there isn't a single best path forward that she has to find”.
I could relate to the thrill of getting to see all of the options, and being excited by the newness of a relationship. Wouldn't it be fun to do over the time spent learning the new things about a man that you find out in those first years of dating?
This book was clever, witty and thought provoking. The author takes a unique concept, adds a sprinkle of magical realism, and writes a story that has you spinning through life's options for you. You can quickly see the numerous paths that one might potentially go on, based on the trajectory of their decision making.
I'll certainly stay tuned to this author and what she does next.