The Breakaway

The Breakaway is a wonderful work of modern fiction that has it all: well-crafted and complex characters, relationships, friendships, suspense, and a bit of romance, that kept me interested from beginning to end.

What appealed to you the most in this story?

This book is far more than a "fun read” or "women's fiction". This book deals with some much-needed, however heavy, material. I really want to talk about the heavier real-life topics that come up in the story, how well they were written and the bravery of Weiner for taking them on, but I will create the mother of all spoilers if I do. Just please read this story and feel free to DM me as you get to these heavier topics.

I also loved how this book is about relationships: between men and women, women and fellow women, mother and daughter, and the relationship that we have with ourselves. It deals with guilt, forgiveness, happiness, darkness, and rays of light and hope that can emerge from obstacles and challenges in life.

How was the pace?

The story held a steady pace.

Do you recommend this book?

let me just say that the unraveling of the complex ball of thread that is the initially presented plot is something that is surprising, refreshing, and a thoroughly engaging read that reminds me of why I have enjoyed so many Weiner's books in the past.

Thank you, Atria, for this gifted copy in exchange for my honest opinions.