A Family Affair by Robyn Carr
Publication Date: April 5th 2022 by MIRA & Harlequin Audio
Pages: 320
Source: Publisher & Purchased Audiobook
Rating: ★★★★★
My
Thoughts:
Fifty-seven-year-old Anna has just lost her husband, Chad, in
a rafting accident, and it sends her family into a swirl of chaos and change. Her
husband was far from a saint, unfulfilled and unhappy, playing the blame game
with Anna. She’s angry with him for his recklessness, but she doesn’t share
their troubles with their kids until they get a shock with the terms of Chad’s
will.
I just loved this story so much! As usual Robyn Carr grabbed
my attention from the first page! There are several story lines, with Anna the
main focus and her children having to deal with the loss of their father and
the issues they had never examined before. Jess and Michael had the most
personal growth, both were self-centered in their own way even though Jess
seemed like more of a mess at first. Angry and demanding as she went about her life,
she managed to self-sabotage any romantic relationship in short order. It was
interesting getting to the bottom of that and I ended up really liking her!
Michael, while likable was pretty juvenile and careless with
his girlfriend. Grief made him act like a jerk, but I was happy to see him turn
around.
My heart went out to Anna as the details of her marriage
were recounted. I was impressed by how she dealt with everything, and she was
such a great example! I was thrilled she had a second chance at happiness with a
love interest of her own, and I thought it was refreshing to show a mature romance
fulfilling and passionate!
I alternately read and listened to A Family Affair,
not wanting to put it down while I had to get things done! It was a treat to
listen as Therese Plummer is one of my all-time favorite narrators. Perfection!
I was filled with happiness for all the characters on finishing. Five star read
all the way! A definite recommend!
5 Stars
About the book:
An exceptional storyteller, #1 New York Times bestselling author Robyn Carr beautifully captures the emotionally charged, complex dynamics that come with being part of any family. Readers will laugh and shed a few tears as they discover what it means to be loved, supported and accepted by the people who mean the most.
When a woman notices a young pregant woman attending her husband's funeral she realizes his mid-life crisis went far beyond his weekend warrior lifestyle. But Carr's story of a family dealing with their grief is full of surprises and as everyone examines their own beliefs and behavior, they become closer than they ever thought possible. Carr tackles the serious issues women face with humor and heart.
About the author:
Robyn Carr is an award-winning, #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than sixty novels, including highly praised women’s fiction such as Four Friends, The Summer That Made Us and The View from Alameda Island, as well as the critically acclaimed Virgin River, Thunder Point and Sullivan's Crossing series. Virgin River is now a Netflix original series. Robyn lives in Las Vegas, Nevada. You can visit her website at robyncarr.com.
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I'm glad you continue to enjoy this author and series.
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Me too! She's an auto buy for me.
DeleteShe sounds like a great character. I love a book that keeps me reading.
ReplyDeleteIt had a great cast of characters. Me too!
DeleteI don't think I have read anything by Carr, but you have me wanting to pick this book up. I can feel the tears forming in my eyes already.
ReplyDeleteShe's one of my favorites! Hope you enjoy her if you give her a try.
DeleteI loved this one too. And I agree, Therese Plummer is one of my favorite narrators as well. She's done a LOT of Robyn Carr books.
ReplyDeleteYes, she's done everyone that I've listened to which is why I like reading by audio with her books. So good!
DeleteI need to read more of Robyn Carr's novels. I always enjoy them when I do. :)
ReplyDeleteShe's such a great writer! :)
DeleteI'm happy you loved this one, Rachel. I was disappointed, it was too depressing for me, but I'm sure it was just the way I am feeling right now. Wonderful review.
ReplyDeleteOh, bummer, Carla! I'm wondering which part depressed you? There were a lot of struggles for the characters so I totally understand.
DeleteThis sounds amazing! So glad you loved it!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Carrie!
DeleteSomehow I have never read anything by Carr but this one sounds wonderful. I love seeing a main character that is closer to my age that the usual 20-somethings.
ReplyDeleteI have read like one Carr one, shocking!
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