This is the fifth novel by Lian Dolan that I have read. I enjoy her books because they are just so escapist and light!! This novel is about a couple taking a "marriage sabbatical" in separate places for about a year.
OVERALL REVIEW: 4.0 stars
Writing: 4.5 stars
The author writes in an accessible and easy-to-read style. I like her writing because it is descriptive without being heavy-handed.
Character development: 4.0 stars
The two main characters are Nicole and Jason, a married couple with adult children.
The secondary characters are the friends they meet on their "marriage sabbatical", friends from home, coworkers, and family.
The tertiary character is the "marriage sabbatical" itself. It is a HUGE part of the storyline.
Storyline: 4.0 stars
The storyline begins with Jason taking a year-long sabbatical from work. Jason goes to Argentina and Nicole goes to Santa Fe. They agree to a "marriage sabbatical" allowing them to have relationships with other partners during Jason's sabbatical. I didn't find the storyline to be believable, especially the ending. It just didn't work for me.
The main locations were Portland, Oregon; Santa Fe, New Mexico; and Patagonia, Argentina.
Memorable/Informative: 4.0 stars
I enjoyed learning about what makes Portland and Santa Fe tick as cities!
Book cover: 4.0 stars
Nice.
Book title: 4.0 stars
Appropriate.
DEFINITE recommend
BOOK INFORMATION
Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL) borrow (ebook)
The Marriage Sabbatical by Lian Dolan
288 pages
William Morrow
Release date of 4/2/2024
INFORMATIONAL LINKS
Happy reading,
Dorothea 💜
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