Reviews
The Hot Young Widows Club: Lessons on Survival from the Front Lines of Grief by Nora McInerny
katrinaas's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
4.75
andrearbooks's review against another edition
5.0
Given I'm in my "Nora era," it was time to read this one. This is a short read (<100 pages), but has so much good stuff. It's really a primer on grief both for the grieving and those who are offering support. It's a really helpful piece to remind readers that you're going to be okay (and that can mean a variety of things), you can help, and no one does this perfectly ever.
kricketa's review against another edition
4.0
Biggest takeaway: don't be afraid of your sad/grieving/traumatized friends, neighbors, and loved ones. Someday this will be you. It is better to say something stupid than say nothing, but if you read this book you are less likely to say something stupid. (Maybe.)
sandyjhutti's review against another edition
5.0
I awkwardly called a friend who has recently lost a partner and told her I had been wanting to call her but I didn't know what to say, so I waited to call her. After weeks of thinking about it I just went for it. It was an uncomfortable call and I hung up feeling guilty because it felt like she was having to tend to me. Later, she was kind enough to suggest this book. It was awesome. Why dont we talk about death more? Its so scary and emotional and real. I laughed and cried while listening to this book. So glad it was suggested to me.
melissamcallisterbookishgirl's review against another edition
5.0
A touching, poignant book for those who are grieving and those who are grief adjacent. I always feel less alone after reading or listening to Nora McInerny. ♥️
coxaad's review against another edition
5.0
If you've lost someone you love or ever been at a loss for words when someone YOU love lost someone - read this book please. It's not just about losing partners - it's much, much more and just...honest and amazing.