Review of Hand Me Downs

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Hand Me Downs" by Michele Elizabeth Carter.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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Michele Elizabeth Carter's true life story is told in Hand Me Downs. The plot revolved around Michele Elizabeth Lovett, Cynthia Harrison-Lovett, and Laurence Greene, Cynthia's new lover. Cynthia fell in love with a man named Jesse, and they married and had two children together. Cynthia eventually discovered that her husband didn't turn out to be who she expected him to be, so she decided to divorce him and flee with her two children. She met Laurence, who was married to her best friend Anna. Cynthia eventually began an affair with Laurence, which resulted in pregnancy and the birth of Rolynda. Later, Cynthia learned that Laurence did not value her or his first wife, Anna. What was Cynthia's response to Laurence? What happened to their child, Rolynda? To learn more, obtain a copy.

I was really absorbed as I followed the storyline. The plot's resolution exceeded my expectations. I immediately detected cowardice in Laurence's conduct. These behaviors provided an explanation for why he could not endure his first marriage, pursued Cynthia, took advantage of his family's vulnerability, and turned to religion for solace. The character of Myrtle Matilda made an impression on me. She was a risk-taker, and I eagerly anticipated reading more about her.
 
This novel held my interest. I not only had no trouble understanding the plot, but I could also sense the characters' feelings. The vocabulary employed to tell the story was not arcane but rather universal. I could also comprehend where accents were utilized in conversation. It was fantastic how the story changed in several chapters to reveal more about various individuals! "Mickey the Writer/Narrator," "Cynthia the Butterfly," "Laurence the Reverend," "Anna the Desolate," "Harry the Badge," "Myrtle Matilda the Femme Fatale," "Robert the Peacemaker," etc. were some of the examples. Robert would be my favorite character if I had to choose one. He began as a helpless crybaby with a nervous stammer, yet he developed into a gentleman. He managed to be the broker of peace despite having grown up in a difficult environment with hostile people. On page 83, there was a passage that really stood out to me as a foreshadowing of what was to come: "Like dominoes, one by one, each of them would collapse beneath the weight of their choices."
 
No matter how much I liked the changes in some chapters, they were not always seamless. I experienced a strong sense of being thrown off course at practically every point where time changed, finding it difficult to maintain the tension between the previous chapter's narrator of the present and the next chapter's narrator of the past. The second issue I had was with Grandma Flo. For the sake of nostalgia, the characters never look for her again. There were other things Laurence did that I didn't like, including making fun of his wife, his friends, and Cynthia. He was a terrible husband; even when he beat Robert at the strip mall in Tucson for asking him to stop so he could use the convenience store, I realized he would make a terrible father. The book was exceptionally edited, and no errors were found in it.

Because of the aforementioned factors, I rate the book four out of five stars. Everybody ought to read this book. People between the ages of 12 and 50 should definitely read it because it addresses a variety of sociocultural concerns that we face, such as bad leadership, love trysts, and absentee fathers, among others. One of the most important truths I took away from this experience was that dysfunctional families might produce broken individuals, who would then produce dysfunctional societal structures.

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[Chinex Otuokere]

I enjoyed Michele Elizabeth's story because it taught me that no condition n this life is permanent. The plot is educational and instructive. Good job.

[Flourish Sunday]

I will like everyone to read Michele Elizabeth true life story. The author went through a lot in his life. I must say I have learned a lot already in the review. Good job.

[Emeka Emordi]

First, I must commend the artist that designed the book cover; it's so beautiful and relating. I like the plot and the romance that ensued between the characters. It will be very exciting to read.

[Temi Book]

I enjoy the plot of this story. I don’t know but Cynthia seems off to me. Why will she secretly date her friend’s husband? I wonder how the children produced by these individuals will be. Nice review!

[Prince Oyedeji Oyeleke Jayeola]

Cynthia sure has bad luck when it comes to issues of men. I am not a fan of divorce but I wouldn't blame her for her choices. I enjoyed reading your review and look forward to reading the book.

[Oyedeji Funmilayo]

I don't know the name to call Cynthia with the decisions she took. I enjoyed reading your review and look forward to reading the book.

[Omobolanle Shittu]

Well done reviewer. I'm intrigued by the review. I'd like to know why Cynthia will decide to betray someone she called a friend.

[Omobolanle Shittu]

Well done reviewer. I'm intrigued by the review. I'd like to know why Cynthia will decide to betray someone she called a friend.

[Amanda Warner]

Hand Me Downs by Michele Elizabeth Carter seems like an interesting read, and the life of Cynthia was unstable, as she divorced her first husband and ended up in an abusive relationship with Laurence.

[Adeolaoskydeelight]

I enjoyed how detailed and well-written the review is, the book plot is fascinating. I will like to add it to my TBR.

[Nathaniel Sarah]

When it comes to male difficulties, Cynthia has horrible luck. I don't support divorce, but I wouldn't hold it against her for her decisions. Reading your review was enjoyable, and I'm eager to read the book.

[Fergie Jess Edeni]

Cynthia never had it well with love. Betrayal was always playing a role. Your review is mind blowing and captivating. I’ll definitely read the book.

[Chris Rich Nwaka]

This book sounds interesting. I will like to read it because of the well detailed review. I love the content of this book. Good job.

[Main Readar]

This is plot sounds educative on the family front. The cover photo is also cool.