Crazy To Leave You by Marilyn Simon Rothstein, is a story about acceptance and empowerment. Itās also about the complicated bonds and dynamics within families. Although it wasnāt what Iād expected, I enjoyed it overall.
Lauren Leo is 41 years old, and got dumped via text on her wedding day. Thatās right, her fiancĆ© sent a text simply stating he didnāt feel he was mature enough to get married. He sent the text to Laurenās sister, so she could be the one to break the news for him š¬. This is based on the aftermath of Laurenās life imploding, on what she expected would be one of the happiest days of her life. Along with the heartbreak and humiliation, she must also face her difficult family members and pick up the pieces of the wedding that never happened.
I expected the focus of the story would be Lauren, but that wasnāt the case. There were a few storyline tangents about different family members, which took away the focus from Laurenās journey. Considering all that Lauren was dealing with, I wanted more focus on her journey alone. Instead, Iād say this was mostly a story about the Leo family.
What I enjoyed most about this story were the Jewish traditions and customs. Lauren and her family are Jewish, so I appreciated learning about the customs and traditions they followed. I also liked the vulnerable way in which the Leo family was presented, with flaws and all.
This story wasnāt quite what Iād expected, but I enjoyed the positive direction and growth the characters experienced. This story is a reminder that families are complicated. However, when life gets messy itās family who will be there for you, because theyād be crazy to leave you.
Have you enjoyed any stories by this author? If so, which would you recommend?
Suzanne @ The Bookish Libra
Glad you were able to find things you liked about this one even though it wasn’t what you were expecting.
Lucy
Thanks. It worked out ok overall š.
Lindsey @ Lindsey Reads
I hadn’t heard about this read, but it does sound like an emotional read. A little weird maybe that it doesn’t focus solely on Lauren, I would also not expect that.
Lucy
I hadnāt heard of this book either. Just happened to come across it and was drawn to the cover and title. Overall, Laurenās journey is emotional.
Wendy
I had not heard of this book. I like a book that describes different cultures and traditions.
Lucy
I hadnāt heard about this book either. Just happened to come across it and tried it. I enjoy reading about different cultures and traditions too š.