Fleishman Is in Trouble: A Novel
A finely observed, timely exploration of marriage, divorce, and the bewildering dynamics of ambition from one of the most exciting writers working today. Toby Fleishman thought he knew what to expect when he and his wife of almost fifteen years separated. He could not have predicted that one day, in the middle of his summer of sexual emancipation, ...show more
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Did not enjoy at all. Hated all the characters and felt it didn’t really go anywhere. I’ve been told to watch the show though as that might help chance my perception…
Generally enjoyed both the chatty feminist writing and the empathic story with a little twist. It felt a little unbalanced because there seems quite a lot of the first part and not enough of the third (?) part to fully develop the character.
I had high expectations for this book after hearing a few recommendations.
It was unique in terms of the narration. The characters were flawed and 3D. The way it was structured created an undercurrent of mystery and it all doesn’t come together until the final chapter. I love how my sympathies were pushed and pulled throughout the novel.
Ultimately probably a very realistic, hopeful and sad account of life, marriage, work and family dynamics. And t...read more
It was unique in terms of the narration. The characters were flawed and 3D. The way it was structured created an undercurrent of mystery and it all doesn’t come together until the final chapter. I love how my sympathies were pushed and pulled throughout the novel.
Ultimately probably a very realistic, hopeful and sad account of life, marriage, work and family dynamics. And t...read more
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