missyg324's Reviews (308)

I didn’t know a lot about Ina Garten going into this book. I knew about the cookbooks, the show, Jeffrey, and of course the huge cosmo meme. I loved learning about her and hearing how she’s always looking for the next opportunity. Her hard work and willingness to fail are inspiring! The last hour and a half of the audiobook felt like they dragged for me, but maybe because it got closer to what I already knew. 

I’ve loved every Laurie Frankel book I’ve read and this is no exception. By telling the story from the povs of triplets with very different world experiences, we got to see how each understands their little town, their life, and what happens when their sworn enemies move to town. I wanted to watch Erin Brockovich the whole time, so expect those vibes. 

Community is such an important part of my life and what I want for my family. This book was a reminder that this is not the case for everybody and that’s okay. Joan is so herself even though it’s contrary to everyone’s expectations, especially her family. I read so much romance that I’m inclined to want the neighbors to get together, but this is not that book. I enjoyed reading a new perspective and a character who challenged me. Didn’t realize that the book ends with the beginning of Covid-19, which was challenging to read.  

This book felt similar to Klune’s other books with misfit characters coming together in a dystopian or different kind of world. But the “robots have taken over” piece wasn’t really for me. Still a sweet story. 

Finished this in two days! So cute! 

So fun and cute! Sophie Cousens doesn’t miss!!