Funny book about three pregnant women.

Four mothers, three babies, and four vastly different circumstances. Written from alternate perspectives, this story of interconnectedness reveals the importance of friendships among women in somewhat similar circumstances and the need to truly know what fathers are thinking. ( )

SPOILERS Parts were great. I even managed through all the birth scenes. Becky seemed the most like author and was strongest character, though Kelly's arc was also strong. Two main issues with it: ALL of the dads were clueless?? None of them truly contributed because the moms were breastfeeding and it all went from there?? I guess Becky's husband contributed some. If the characters had just communicated ... Second, Ayinde: not a good example of a black character written by a white writer. Did not ring true in many ways. And the clichés of the Black husband as from a sad background, an athlete, and a cheater? Nope. ( )

Total beach read ( )

Wow - could I relate to these women! ( )

I really like the way the author writes such likeable characters, even though each one is so very different. This story appealed to me because it was about women who all come together to support one another as new mothers. I also enjoy books set in Philadelphia, as this one is. This was a nice, leisurely read, although it was a little emotional at times. ( )

I read this for an online book group...who always seem to pick chick-lit. I stuffed down the last hundred or so pages, and I'll admit that a book like this is slightly easier to humour if you read it all in one go rather than stretching it out like I did the first part of it. It was a simple, predictable little story that didn't challenge any social norms or shock in any way. The characters were generic (business woman, TV presenter, mad mother-in-law, hunky husbands), as was the storyline (mad mother-in-law just needs to be loved, a guy who cheats didn't really mean to, happy endings all round), and there was nothing wonderful about the writing. The only other real chick-lit I've read in a good few years was 'Angels' by Marianne Keyes, and with her I felt her writing style could have gone further than candy floss fiction, but with Jennifer Weiner I think she's perfectly suited. That's not an insult as such, as I'm assuming that's something she's happy with. But her writing wasn't particularly insightful, poetic, emotionally touching or witty...it just told a story. Not a great read, but at the same time it wasn't excruciating...just not my thing. ( )

I enjoyed this book and read all the way to the end to find out what happened to each of the four main characters on their journey through pregnancy and new motherhood. I usually don’t like “chick-lit” and can’t remember where this book came from (Oh dear, I hope no one is expecting it back). It will make a good Lifetime or Hallmark Channel movie. (Yes, I watch them when no one is looking. Especially the super-sappy Christmas movies.) ( )

Little Earthquakes by Jennifer Weiner follows four women as they navigate the life change that is motherhood. While bonding over new motherhood they four women forge strong friendships and eventually a support network for one another as they encounter difficulties and challenges that life sometimes throws at us. Both humorous and thought provoking Little Earthquakes will leave you wishing you could continue to follow the journeys of the very relatable characters Weiner has created. ( )

Discovered and old review (more like a letter) for this book. I have this book as a hardcover.(Had forgotten it is a bookcrossing book)


On Friday, April 01, 2005 I wrote on Bookcrossing.com

9 out of 10
Hi well I am reading Little earthquakes right now. I have wanted to read it but decided to try and safe this book for a rainy day. Glad I did because I love reading jennifer Weiner's books. I do think this book is a bit different then her 2 other books.This one reminds me more of the books I used to love Like Class reunion by Rona Jaffe. books about 3 or 4 different women who know each other or will meet later in the story. I love those kind of books.

will update this journal while reading. Right now i am at page 63

Update april 5 2005

This was just a joy to read. I really hated it when I reached the last 3 chapters. i wanted to read more about those women's lives

loved it great christmas present ( )

Little Earthquakes by Jennifer Weiner
4 Philadelphia women bond with each other about marriage and becoming a mother.
Becky's mother in law is not one of her liking.
Kelly struggles with a spouse that is unemployed.
Aindie copes with a superstar athletic and Lea hides a terrible secret.
Together they can overcome all struggles as they lean on each other.
I received this book from National Library Service for my BARD (Braille Audio Reading Device). ( )

"Jennifer Weiner is always there for a good laugh with her sense of humor! " ( )

I really loved this book-First Jennifer Weiner book I have read and I couldn't put it down! So true to real life. This is a book about love, friendship and forgiveness. Don't miss out on this great read! ( )

Chick lit? Chiclet! ( )

Easy 'in the car' listen. So far, it's ok. ( )

I really, really liked this book. I love that Jennifer Weiner always has a chubby "heroine". It really helps me identify with the book a lot more than the typical, 22" waisted, busty maidens, lol. I identified a lot with the moms and all of their situations. This is a GREAT read for anyone who has just had/has a baby. The characters are all so lovable and fun. This was really a great read, I couldn't put it down. ( )

Jennifer Weiner takes us though love friendship and motherhood in her fabulous book Little Earthquakes. 4 women come together through odd circumstances and form a bond of friendship that gets them through that first amazing yet completely overwhelming year of being a parent. We are allowed to journey with these women through the ups and downs of becoming a parent as they learn how to re-navigate the world with a baby.
Absolutely a fabulous read for a mother. Little Earthquakes will make you laugh and cry though the tale of motherhood that is not always told. ( )

If you have ever known anyone who was pregnant or been pregnant yourself, this book will have you laughing in no time. A slice-of-life with a gaggle of mothers-to-be, Weiner takes aim at all of the predictable opportunities for humour in one of humankind's most awkward and beautiful condition, and finds some new crannies to examine under the light of honesty and compassion. Note: if you are pregnant this book might make you pee a little (laughing so hard, you see). ( )

Wasn't a big fan of this book. A quick read, but found myself bored. ( )

Lire and marriage and how hard it can be. Too trite to be real. ( )

(unabridged audiobook read by Johanna Parker): Though stories of multiple people all experiencing different variations on the same theme are far from uncommon, this one is reasonably fresh and enjoyable. Here we have four mothers (current, former, and soon-to-be) from four different backgrounds, each dealing with issues with her marriage and with her mother (or mother-in-law). The target audience is definitely mothers and mothers-to-be (and I think fathers could benefit from such an honest account of what their wives and girlfriends are going through), but I found myself sympathizing with the characters and wanting to know how things turned out. I especially empathized with Kelly. No, this book has not made me want children of my own, but it was a good story nonetheless. And it certainly didn't hurt that it was read by a actress with amazing subtleties in her voice. Most of the men sounded alike, but she had an amazing range in her female voices. ( )

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Little Earthquakes is another great Jennifer Weiner read!

True to Jennifer Weiner's writing style this is another book that you will enjoy from start to finish! A must read for Mommies but it can be enjoyed by anyone! I read bits and pieces to my husband when he would find me laughing out loud. A quick and easy read for a rainy day, even with kids at home. ( )

Entertaining and a very real depiction of motherhood. ( )

The experiences that they went through are so real. I was so sad when this book ended. ( )