Novel set in Brooklyn in contemporary times. I liked (a) that I could identify a bit with the life of a busy working mom and (b) that the novel involved a food related business. I did not like (a) the stereotypes of the bitchy wealthy neighbor and the evil business people and (b) that the lead character could be unexpectedly preachy at times. Overall, 3 stars for being an entertaining read but not a particularly memorable one. Pro:- clever title- easy to sympathize with the protagonist and want her to "win", and liked it that in the end, she recognized that moms are generally all just trying to do their best at a difficult job, and there is no need for us to be judgmental with each other- easily recognizable frustrations/urban landscape for many readersCon:- felt like this couldn't quite decide what it wanted to be: novel? how-to-feed-your-child instruction manual? cookbook? healthy eating manifesto? As a result it sometimes felt a bit muddled and heavy-handed in the moralizing department, like the author had a Message! she wished to impart and shaped the characters and plot around itThe big question: Will I take look at the author's next book? Yes!
This was a great read -- very entertaining. I especially liked the name of the youngest child!
—MyJae
Ooh, I liked this one! Plus there were recipes in it, one that I can't wait to make!
—GTA24
It was a delight to read. Nothing heavy. Almost like reading someone's diary.
—Bonnie
An engaging story. I loved the Bailey family and Marta too.
—rabbithouse
