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Claire Casey’s Had Enough
Liz Alterman
Publication Date: June 3rd, 2025
Severn House
240 Pages
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Genre: General Fiction | Women’s Fiction
I have never read a Liz Alterman book before, and this was such a treat. I had never heard of the term mom-com before either, but that’s what the publisher is calling this one. I think any mom could relate to Claire Casey. Claire has kids, a hubby and a job, plus most of the responsibilities that go into running a home and family. One day her husband forgets to pick her up from the airport, and she decides she’s had enough. Claire decides to take a break and prepares for her College reunion. That’s when she reconnects with her old boyfriend, Alex. This story is told to across one day in the life of Claire, with flashbacks of her former self. Will Claire leave her 16-year marriage for good, or will she and her hubby, Paul, rekindle what they once had? You’ll have to read the book to find out.
The book shows an interesting look at the life of a mother and wife who is pushed to her limit. The story is real and oh so relatable. The descriptions of routine mom and wife duties and Claire’s resentment shone through, and even made her breaking point make me feel sympathy towards her. I didn’t find that she was whiny and complaining just to hear her own voice; she had reason to. I like that her flirtations were via email and not an out-and-out affair. It made Claire feel young again at a time when she was hurt and angry. Overall, this was a thought-provoking read that will make you ask yourself, Have I had enough?
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.
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