fabialbanese's review against another edition
5.0
Hilarious, funny, entertaining and relatable! Absolutely loved this book. I honestly thought it was better than the movie. Loved the writing format, the characters, and the storyline. Everything you need in a perfect comedy.
alexlivesathousandlives's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
5.0
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Title: Bad Moms
Author: Nora McInerny
Movie Written: Jon Lucas and Scott Moore
Format: physical
Genre: Fiction
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
One Line Synopsis: Three moms debug the perfection of motherhood.
Favorite Quote:
"I didn't have anything to own up to or apologize for. I wasn't a bad mom. I'm not a bad mom. And neither are these moms. I'm a normal mom. I'm just a mom."
📌Review
Bad Moms, originally a movie now made into a book, is a wild ride that makes you laugh if reading in public or alone, **husbands you have been warned**.
Amy, Kiki, and Carla are moms a part of McKinley PTA. When Amy decides to go against the PTA perfect mom, Gwendolyn, for PTA president, the pressure of being a perfect mom no longer exists as friendships form between the mothers.
The book and the movie itself is a parody on the idea of being the perfect mother and the pressure that society puts on women to fit that stereotype. The authors did a fantastic job at poking fun at the stereotype while suggesting that no one could ever be the perfect mom or wife and we all just do the best we can. As a mother myself, it was a nice reminder reading something like this while laughing every few pages.
The characters are really hard not to love as each portrays a different role in motherhood. I will say be prepared for a slower plot development because of the character development. However, the different povs keep you engaged making the plot fast paced.
What stereotypes do you battle as a mom? How do you overcome them? Let's chat in the comments from one mom to another! ✌️
Title: Bad Moms
Author: Nora McInerny
Movie Written: Jon Lucas and Scott Moore
Format: physical
Genre: Fiction
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
One Line Synopsis: Three moms debug the perfection of motherhood.
Favorite Quote:
"I didn't have anything to own up to or apologize for. I wasn't a bad mom. I'm not a bad mom. And neither are these moms. I'm a normal mom. I'm just a mom."
📌Review
Bad Moms, originally a movie now made into a book, is a wild ride that makes you laugh if reading in public or alone, **husbands you have been warned**.
Amy, Kiki, and Carla are moms a part of McKinley PTA. When Amy decides to go against the PTA perfect mom, Gwendolyn, for PTA president, the pressure of being a perfect mom no longer exists as friendships form between the mothers.
The book and the movie itself is a parody on the idea of being the perfect mother and the pressure that society puts on women to fit that stereotype. The authors did a fantastic job at poking fun at the stereotype while suggesting that no one could ever be the perfect mom or wife and we all just do the best we can. As a mother myself, it was a nice reminder reading something like this while laughing every few pages.
The characters are really hard not to love as each portrays a different role in motherhood. I will say be prepared for a slower plot development because of the character development. However, the different povs keep you engaged making the plot fast paced.
What stereotypes do you battle as a mom? How do you overcome them? Let's chat in the comments from one mom to another! ✌️
romafo's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
briewhale's review against another edition
4.0
I absolutely adore this movie. In fact, I love it so much that I was hesitant to read the novelization. But I’m glad I did because it was so worth it. Yes it’s the same story, but with extra perspectives, new jokes, and incredible narration.
helenboggess's review against another edition
4.0
No matter if you stay at home or also work out of the house, if you're single or partnered - it is not simple, and so often women bear the brunt of the parenting expectations. This book, based on the movie, follows what happens when moms who are *amazing parents* are pushed too far by Pinterest and other moms and what they "should" be doing and just say NOPE. It's funny and witty and inspiring and a TREAT.
jesslane88's review against another edition
4.0
The movie was hilarious and the book even more so. I really needed some escapism and this definitely did the trick.
loroshap's review against another edition
4.0
I’m a bad mom and I’m proud of it. My kid is awesome. I watched this movie when my kid was not even one and I laughed so hard I definitely peed. I will read anything Nora McInerny writes because she’s brilliant, hilarious and a badass. So if you want to laugh, read this one.
bdonner's review against another edition
4.0
I’m sure if I was a mom I’d think this book was a lot funnier but it was indeed funny. A good reprieve from some of the other stuff I’ve been reading. And love supporting a local author and badass.
dnllbchr's review against another edition
4.0
oh, nora is such a joy! what’s better than listening to her for a 60 min pod? listening to her for an 8 hr book!
had so much fun listening to this (even though it’s not my usual go-to). she killed the audiobook! felt like i was watching the movie.
had so much fun listening to this (even though it’s not my usual go-to). she killed the audiobook! felt like i was watching the movie.