Helpful Score: 2
This book is not Gaffney's best. It pales in comparison to the Saving Graces. The husband in this story doesn't have enough depth and is a bit stereotypical. The wife is developed better and was more interesting. Although I wasn't happy with the selection of "dash" as a nickname for the wife. It sounded like it was picked more for the title of the book.
I will give it props to discussing the topic of separation between a couple who was married for 20 years and whose only child just left for college.
Other than that it was mediocre for me.
I will give it props to discussing the topic of separation between a couple who was married for 20 years and whose only child just left for college.
Other than that it was mediocre for me.
Helpful Score: 1
A good read. I liked the main character, a 45 year old woman questioning her marriage, because she was written like someone you would know. She had a real personality. This book was both moving and funny, which for me is always a winning combo.
Helpful Score: 1
If you like Gaffney's style, interesting female characters with "I'd say that" dialogue and spot on "everyday" details & descriptions this is for you. Again Gaffney brings some conflicted female character and a back seat filled with significant others on good ride.Having enjoyed The Saving Graces a great deal, Mad Dash did not let me down.