jagbybirth's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
eveysuslibros_'s review against another edition
4.0
It’s Not All Downhill From Here – Terry McMillan
This is my first Terry McMillan read and it did not disappoint! The story line deals with some sadness that comes with aging, but shows how you can grow old and still have fun. This book tackles a lot of important issues – health, aging, addiction, mental illness and death. I really liked Loretta but I wish I could have learned more about some of the other characters. Overall, I enjoyed this book. Definitely recommend.
This is my first Terry McMillan read and it did not disappoint! The story line deals with some sadness that comes with aging, but shows how you can grow old and still have fun. This book tackles a lot of important issues – health, aging, addiction, mental illness and death. I really liked Loretta but I wish I could have learned more about some of the other characters. Overall, I enjoyed this book. Definitely recommend.
likethebridge's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
booksnbrownsugar's review against another edition
3.0
Just finished this read and I must say that I was thoroughly impressed being that this was my first Terry M. novel (like I expected anything less lol). It definitely gave me classic Terry McMillan vibes through adapted movies though (Waiting to Exhale, How Stella Got Her Groove Back) so I'm not sure if maybe this is just McMillan's "thing". The story is through the eyes of Loretha, a woman in her 60's with a loving husband, kick ass friends, and a thriving business. But like everyone else's life, there are setbacks during the course of life..illness, death, and family that you love but may not like! I like that Terry did not portray life as perfect and gave us real life scenarios that we all go through as we age and she did have a few shockers in the mix. It actually started rather slow for me, but maybe because I'm just in my early 30's (shrug). No spoilers here. Bottom line, if you're looking for classic Terry, this is your read. I'd definitely recommend to my older population of reader friends.
littledumpling's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Heartfelt and funny. I love how it showed that change is possible at any age and being old is fun as hell. Made me look forward to growing older with my friends!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide, Grief, and Death
spideog's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
celestially_yours's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
This was such joy to read. Lots of laugh-out-loud moments, and some tender-hearted ones too. This was a fast -paced, quick read reminiscent of all the older works of Terry McMillan that made us love her in the first place. I highly recommend this one for folks over 50 or aging gracefully. There are tidbits of wisdom that made me think. This book does talk about depression and mental illness , but in the best of ways. Definitely read this book!
the_azeezat's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
pipbiz's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Drug abuse, Alcoholism, and Suicide
Minor: Abortion