Your enthusiasm for this book is contagious. Unraveling this multi-layered story sounds like a wonderful way to spend several hours. (Haha! When I saw the title, “Mrs. March”, I thought someone has written a novel about Marmie March, the mother of Little Women.)
I just finished Mrs March based on your review. I loved it. I was on the edge of my seat. I can’t recall a book I have read that takes place entirely in the character’s mind. Like you, I was having trouble placing the time of the book. The closest I came was she was playing music at her party that included Anna Maria Alberghetti who was popular in the late 1950s-early 1960s. The inconsistency was that Mr March’s older daughter admonished her for not working which was very common in that time frame. This book read like a Hitchcock movie. I could not put this book down! Thank you for bringing it to my attention or I might have missed it! I can’t believe the author lives in Spain. She certainly has the New York sensibility.
I really enjoyed this book, and I really loved the "timelessness". At times I felt that it was set in the current, day, but then other moments (the gloves, the cigarette case, etc.).
I had lost my reading "mojo" for a long while now; however, NOW after your review of this book - I'm totally back to craving "words". The way you review books and the words and emotion you use to describe situations is amazing! I'm going back to watch the podcasts that I missed during my "dark" period. Now I feel like I definitely have some catching up to do. Thank you, Thank you! As always, you are an amazing book reviewer!! Hugs!
I already had the audiobook on hold at the library but then I watched your video followed by a virtual event with the author being interviewed by Samantha Irby & I had to order a physical copy of the book. I can’t wait to get to it!!
I picked up the book when I saw the thumbnail for the review ( perhaps I should have watched the video before purchasing but after watching your trash your fiction book shelf series, I perceived I would be interested in something you were interested in ). I loved the book, and the review provided was bang on.
I saw your goodreads star rating and review to follow and thought I was going to have to wait to hear what you thought. So happy this popped up in my feed. This book sounds just amazing. They were talking about it on All The Books podcast this morning and I was hooked. Now I’m doubly hooked. 10 week wait at the library though. Ah well, good thing I’ve got a huge pile of books here. Have a lovely week.
Thanks for the excellent, thorough review! I am somewhat intrigued/repulsed by the book description (repulse is too strong a word). But first, I have a non-fiction on my TBR that you recommended; the one about the octopus! Cheers!
I just finished this book and felt frustrated because I wanted to know more. Like you I wished they gave us more about the book and the son. Looking forward to the possible movie though.
Hi Olive, Great review as usual. I guess this book would be termed psychological fiction. I’m not sure I can handle the subject matter but I’m very tempted. I also wanted to say that your Eloquence is quite breathtaking. I stumble over my words and believe it or not, I used to act on stage. Your review exudes clarity . Aloha
Your enthusiasm for this book is contagious. Unraveling this multi-layered story sounds like a wonderful way to spend several hours. (Haha! When I saw the title, “Mrs. March”, I thought someone has written a novel about Marmie March, the mother of Little Women.)
So did I!
I lovvveee the imagery used in this book too. "Guilt is for the brave. Denial is for the rest"
I just finished Mrs March based on your review. I loved it. I was on the edge of my seat. I can’t recall a book I have read that takes place entirely in the character’s mind. Like you, I was having trouble placing the time of the book. The closest I came was she was playing music at her party that included Anna Maria Alberghetti who was popular in the late 1950s-early 1960s. The inconsistency was that Mr March’s older daughter admonished her for not working which was very common in that time frame. This book read like a Hitchcock movie. I could not put this book down! Thank you for bringing it to my attention or I might have missed it! I can’t believe the author lives in Spain. She certainly has the New York sensibility.
I really enjoyed this book, and I really loved the "timelessness". At times I felt that it was set in the current, day, but then other moments (the gloves, the cigarette case, etc.).
Perfect timing since I've been debating whether to read this book. Thank you!
This sounds like a winner! I just added it to my library holds list-thanks Olive 😀
You painted a VERY clear picture and I really enjoyed your review.
I first heard of this book in your video and now the review got me even more excited.
I had lost my reading "mojo" for a long while now; however, NOW after your review of this book - I'm totally back to craving "words". The way you review books and the words and emotion you use to describe situations is amazing! I'm going back to watch the podcasts that I missed during my "dark" period. Now I feel like I definitely have some catching up to do. Thank you, Thank you! As always, you are an amazing book reviewer!! Hugs!
Just ordered this based on your excellent review. I had it on my radar, but you made me realize that I just can't wait!
OK Miss Olive, I checked out the audio of this book based on your recommendation. You had me at Rebecca.
On my TBR and excited about Moss in the role.
I loved this book. For me the effect of trauma and perfectionism were so strong. I really thought it was wonderful and thoughtful
Delightful review. Looking forward to reading this book and the film adaptation with Elizabeth Moss.
Wonderful review
I already had the audiobook on hold at the library but then I watched your video followed by a virtual event with the author being interviewed by Samantha Irby & I had to order a physical copy of the book. I can’t wait to get to it!!
I picked up the book when I saw the thumbnail for the review ( perhaps I should have watched the video before purchasing but after watching your trash your fiction book shelf series, I perceived I would be interested in something you were interested in ). I loved the book, and the review provided was bang on.
I saw your goodreads star rating and review to follow and thought I was going to have to wait to hear what you thought. So happy this popped up in my feed. This book sounds just amazing. They were talking about it on All The Books podcast this morning and I was hooked. Now I’m doubly hooked. 10 week wait at the library though. Ah well, good thing I’ve got a huge pile of books here. Have a lovely week.
I'm putting Mrs. March on my wishlist!
Your review is so good here. I, of course, put it on the wishlist.
This is the first time I have heard of Mrs. March, and I am adding it to my tbr.
This book sounds intriguing! I just placed a hold on it from my library because of your review. Thank you!
sold! just ordered
I’ve already bought it, can’t wait to start it after hearing your review!! You are great at your job!!🙂🙂🙂
Thanks for the excellent, thorough review! I am somewhat intrigued/repulsed by the book description (repulse is too strong a word). But first, I have a non-fiction on my TBR that you recommended; the one about the octopus! Cheers!
Thanks so much. Love your review!
Oh my. Definitely going to read this. Best book review ever!!!!
This sounds really good!!
Placed a hold at my library for this book can't wait to read
Can’t wait to read this one
Sounds like a terrific read!
This sounds so good! Rebecca is on my tbr for this quarter, so maybe I'll pick this one up after :)
Well I'm intrigued.
I just finished this book and felt frustrated because I wanted to know more. Like you I wished they gave us more about the book and the son. Looking forward to the possible movie though.
Hi Olive, Great review as usual. I guess this book would be termed psychological fiction. I’m not sure I can handle the subject matter but I’m very tempted. I also wanted to say that your Eloquence is quite breathtaking. I stumble over my words and believe it or not, I used to act on stage. Your review exudes clarity . Aloha
This book sounds terrifying in the best way! I do sometimes really like that ambiguous timeframe, all you really know is the century, maybe.
Sold! it's going to be my next read
Incredible review!!!!!!
I wanna read this ....
Is the fact, that the a in Mrs. March is an actual scarlett letter intentional?
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