Reading Group: A Novel

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Good Novel - Easy Read

This is my first novel by Elizabeth Noble and I will admit that I enjoyed it. It surely makes readers want to be a part of or start a reading group! I will say though, that it was a bit like short stories combined into one novel. Im not sure which would be better because at first with all the characters it gets a bit confusing to remember everyones own story. However, it picks up after the first few chapters. Therefore, it is an enjoyable read and it fits in well with the stories the women read in the book. I would give it a B or Good

If you like a bit of drama in novels, and you enjoy a few conflicts the pick up the readnig group. It won't dissappoint!

The Reading Group is perfect for reading groups!

This unique book kept my interest throughout the entire story. The clever way Ms. Noble incorporated each month's book choice into the book group conversation was brilliant! Her characters were well written and I was genuinely interested in what happened to them. I love the way their lives intertwined and how they could relate to the stories they read.
I would highly recommend this book and any other book written by this author. She's a fun writer and I've already read almost every book she's written.

Not quite what I expected, but good

I expected the book to be more like "The Jane Austen Book Club." The book club choices seemed to correspond with the issues the characters were facing, but I wasn't familiar with all of the books so some of the intended layers of meaning were undoubtedly lost on me.

The characters are well-written and I totally identified with one of them, which kept me engaged in the book to the end. There was just enough overlap in the character's lives to hold the book together as a cohesive unit. Having the list of characters at the beginning is a good indicator that keeping track of everyone was going to be a challenge. Many times in the book I had to figure out how one person was connected to another.

Overall, a good rainy day read... which is exactly what I bought it for!

Truly Amazing

Sure, it wasn't the light-hearted book I was expecting, but it is a truly amazing book. It is depressing and uplifting, and contrary to popular belief, can reach far beyond its target audience. Chances are you've experience some of the same feelings as the characters, and if you haven't, you can still relate to them. Noble does an amazing job of capturing every aspect of relationships and love.

Pathetic...Don't waste your money

Wow...what a disappointment. The book sounded light-hearted, encouraging, and like a fun read. It was totally depressing and portrays intimate relationships in such a poor light...I want my money back. What a complete joke of a book.

Disappointing For Sure

I agree, it's not a great book to lift your spirits. Pretty depressing, actually.

Reading Group: A Novel

I loved this book. It is a up-lifting heart warming kind of story! You really get the feeling like you know Harriet, Polly, Nicole, Susan and all the other characters. Contrary to what some others have said, it is not all about abortions and bad marriages. These women go through things that everday woman deal with. I would recommend this to any woman of any age!

Reading Group: A Novel

I thought this was a great book. I think any woman of any age could become interested. With having such a variety of characters who are different ages, come from different backgrounds, etc., anyone can relate. This is a book I couldn't put down. With many turns and twists, this book keeps you interested from beginning to end.

Hidden undertones with light overtunes

This was a great start to a newly formed book club of my own. The characters were written with clarity and delivered in a way that describes them as women who you would like to be friends with. I also thought however that the author tried to attack too many 'big life changing events' into each character's lives and it became predictable at times. Yet, I found myself laughing, crying, and giving a 'you go girl' to the characters which brings my rating of this novel up. It's a good start, and I hope it only gets better for my group.

Great book to raise your spirits!

Contrary to other opinions, this book has nothing to do with 'loveless marriages, abortions and teen pregnancy.' It is about the strength of women as friends, mothers and individuals. The lives of women involved are far from picture perfect which let's you appreciate their experiences and how they resolve their problems and celebrate their joys. The ending left me with a positive feeling about friendship, love and my strengths to face the ups and downs of life.

Finally a great chick book..

I loved this book and thoroughly enjoyed each character and the story of their lives thus far. It kept my intrest all the way through. It is refreshing to read a book that the author truely seems to enjoy writing. i am so tired of all the flat chic books I have read about rich,boring snobby women...(stay away from Trading up, Wolves in Chic Clothing,and 4 Blondes.) I think there is something to be learned for everyone by reading this book. It was heartwarming. i recommend this to all my girls..

strength of women

Really good read. A little slow at the start but once you stick with it you won't be able to put it down. Demonstrates the strength of women in several different areas of the family and society.

It was not what i expected

I thought this book was going to be a light book about a group of women. IT is realy about loveless marriages, abortion, and a pregnant teen. Not the best book to bring your spirits up.

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