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filemanager's review
4.0
Every woman aged 40-60 needs to read this book. I felt so connected to almost every chapter! And I turn 40 in 3 weeks, ahh!
sciencewithkrystal's review
Thought his book was going to be funnier. I went 20% of the book without smiling. Seems to be more like a self help book.
fonteyoung's review against another edition
I just could not get into this. There was too much complaining and negativity. I don’t feel the way she does about midlife. I love my life so I just could not relate to this book
beckeal's review
3.0
I coulda forgiven it for being relatively pointless if it was funnier, or forgiven it for being less funny than I hoped if it was somehow more meaningful… instead it was a bit of both, and not enough of either. It WAS relatable, a fast read, and made me think I’d happily be buddies with Jen Mann. So, 3 stars for that!
caseys_bookcase's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
4.25
mbkarapcik's review
4.0
Remember how you couldn't wait to be an adult and all the excitement it entailed? Well, once you started aging, you realized it was not fun, games, and no rules. But that's okay, right, but no, Jen Mann is hear to tell you that Midlife Bites.
Jen's new entry into her pantheon of books for venting about parenting, politics, and pop culture tackles the aging process and midlife crises in particular. I've calculated that I must be about the same age as Jen, and I've read some of her blog posts about parenting. She's snarky and brilliant.
This book stemmed from a post she wrote that defied her usual fare in that she truthfully discussed how unhappy she was and how she felt guilty about it. Does anyone care that women of a certain age feel miserable even if they appear to have it all? She goes over all the areas that middle-aged women feel nervous or unsettled about their lives and lets you know that you're not alone.
Although some areas of my life really suck right now beyond typical midlife, Jen puts it all into perspective with her signature wit. Whether you're changing careers, experiencing empty nest, or developing health problems due to age, she's there for you to relate to and see how you can conquer these areas and more of your life.
She's a champion of our age group, and even though it's been a battle, she keeps striving to make her life better. She knows that you can, too, if you just take a look at her quick chapters and see how you can make your own life better and fight for your midlife years and sanity. Her own epiphanies may spring your own, and, if nothing else, give you a little kick to make these years just as good, if not better, than any other decade than before.
Even if you don't think Midlife Bites, you'll get something out of this book even if it's just a few laughs or an introduction to the woman who formerly wanted to punch people in the throat. Well, maybe she still does, but she's still a hero to many and a new one for anyone griping about midlife.
Thank you Random House Publishing Group – Ballantine, Ballantine Books for an advanced reading copy of this book in exchange for an honest review! It was a pleasure!
Jen's new entry into her pantheon of books for venting about parenting, politics, and pop culture tackles the aging process and midlife crises in particular. I've calculated that I must be about the same age as Jen, and I've read some of her blog posts about parenting. She's snarky and brilliant.
This book stemmed from a post she wrote that defied her usual fare in that she truthfully discussed how unhappy she was and how she felt guilty about it. Does anyone care that women of a certain age feel miserable even if they appear to have it all? She goes over all the areas that middle-aged women feel nervous or unsettled about their lives and lets you know that you're not alone.
Although some areas of my life really suck right now beyond typical midlife, Jen puts it all into perspective with her signature wit. Whether you're changing careers, experiencing empty nest, or developing health problems due to age, she's there for you to relate to and see how you can conquer these areas and more of your life.
She's a champion of our age group, and even though it's been a battle, she keeps striving to make her life better. She knows that you can, too, if you just take a look at her quick chapters and see how you can make your own life better and fight for your midlife years and sanity. Her own epiphanies may spring your own, and, if nothing else, give you a little kick to make these years just as good, if not better, than any other decade than before.
Even if you don't think Midlife Bites, you'll get something out of this book even if it's just a few laughs or an introduction to the woman who formerly wanted to punch people in the throat. Well, maybe she still does, but she's still a hero to many and a new one for anyone griping about midlife.
Thank you Random House Publishing Group – Ballantine, Ballantine Books for an advanced reading copy of this book in exchange for an honest review! It was a pleasure!
crackentee's review
5.0
What a great quick read! I lol a lot, SO relatable - I feel like Jen is my long lost friend! Some good takeaways, I like the chapter "gems" :) :)
violetcat's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
3.5