I really liked this book a lot. Definitely not what I expected when I started reading, I was thinking I was getting a nice chick-lit beach read, more along the lines of Jennifer Weiner's previous books. This book is a lot more weighty but no less interesting for it. Once I'd adjusted my expectations and got into the life stories of sisters Jo and Beth, I couldn't put it down.

I highly recommend this book. Thanks to Atria Books and NetGalley for the ARC of this b review.ook in exchange for an honest

This could be anyone’s story. Anyone who has a sister or brother, who they love, dislike, hate, miss interminably depending on the moment, week, month, decade. I am sure many readers will relate to the family dynamics and dysfunction. It speaks to the issues of all times. As I was reading I kept thinking whether this was enough to sustain my interest, to care about the characters and their successes and failures. Probably not, but yet I continued reading and when I flipped the last page I sat back and thought it was definitely worth the time.

Thank you NetGalley and Atria Books for a copy..

I was honored to receive an ARC from the publisher - thank you!
Jennifer Weiner is one of my favorite authors, and this book did not disappoint. It did, however, surprise. The story of Bethie and Jo told the story of two sisters throughout their lives. It explored being a lesbian in the 70's, racism, free spirits and equal rights. It explored two women and their families finding themselves, drifting away from each other, and finding their way back to each other.
This is the author's longest books, but also her most important. I often think about equal rights today and advocate for them, but I had not really thought about what it was like to not have equal rights 40-50 years ago. Countless people lived the stories of the characters in this book, and it was an important story to tell. Thank you, Jennifer Weiner, for bringing this family into our lives.

I enjoyed reading this book. It is full of girl power moments. It also illustrates that although things might not go in the direction that we've planned (or hoped), there is always a reason for the deviation and a lesson to be learned. We all have a Mrs. Everything in our lives -- we need to thank her for the sacrifices she has made to allow us to thrive. Finally, we should be willing to give her our everything if there ever comes a time when she might need it.

I am a huge Jennifer Weiner fan so this has been my most anticipated new release of the year and I'm happy to say it did not disappoint. Mrs. Everything dives into historical fiction telling the life story of Jo and Bethie. These two women experience so many painful factors that unfortunately come as being a woman such as sexual assault, rape, and being expected to get married and have children. Both women break against the norms of what they're expected for at least part of their lives. Jo, through her sexuality, and Bethie, who travels the world, lives in a commune for her part of her life and eventually has a biracial marriage. There were so many times that I wanted to reach out and hug the characters and let them know it would be alright and that they were doing the best they could. I loved the book, but absolutely adored the ending set while Hillary Clinton is becoming the first official female candidate for President. This was such an incredible book that I highly recommend for every woman to read.
My review will be published on Goodreads and on Instagram on June 12th.

Mrs. Everything is a tour de force. From the very beginning I was hooked. I lived and breathed within the pages of their story, experiencing a melting pot of emotions. This novel is amazing, heart breaking, life altering, absolutely relevant, and a must read for every woman. Relationships shape us, within the struggle there is growth. We were told we can have everything. But can we and at what cost? Mothers, daughters, sisters, wives, first loves, first losses, soul crushing missteps and triumphant recoveries line the pages. Jo and Bethie share a lifetime of courage, strength, and vulnerability and I am better for having read Mrs. Everything.

Wonderful account of complex intersections of gender, ethnic, and sexual identities, told in an authentic voice. Great story of how middle-class mores change over time. And it's funny!

I’ve been a career-long fan of Jennifer Weiner, so this one was at the very tippy top of my most-anticipated list for this summer.....and I liked it! I really did. It was compelling and addresses so many women’s issues - I’ll be thinking of it for quite awhile.
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Did I LOVE it? Well, not passionately. I honestly like contemporaries best, and if I’m going to read hist fic I want it to be WWII and earlier. This one starts in 1950, so I was immediately set up to have clear that hurdle. And I did, but reluctantly. Again, this is personal preference, so I’m not knocking the book or the author for the setting!
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Should you read it? Sure! If you’re a patient reader who wants to confront everything from religion to race to rape and the essence of womanhood from 1950-2015, through the eyes of two Jewish sisters from Detroit. Know what you’re getting into - I do think this book is full of book club discussion opportunities 😊 If I’m going to pull from the big guys and choose from Buy, Borrow or Skip, I’d say Borrow.
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Can’t wait to hear other thoughts on this one! And to see what Weiner writes next.

This novel is sure to be a classic! The message of this book is so strong and the writing and characters are thoroughly flushed out. It covers issues that women have faced for generations and spans the lifetime of Jo and Bethie rather than just a snapshot which is wonderful. Seaxuality, weight, family, divorce, death, me too. Literally everything is covered and not in a glossed over way. Not only does it show the struggle but the long term effects. I can not recommend this book enough to anyone who will listen.

3,5 stars
A decent read that follows two sisters through an eventful, if somewhat predictable, series of joys and sorrows. The book highlights the strength of women over the second half of the 20th century and celebrates the bond between sisters.

This is the first book that I had read from this author so I didn’t know what to expect. I was so pleasantly surprised! This book tales the story of two sisters throughout their lives. It covers many decades and the troubles that women faced before us. I really fell in love with the characters and enjoyed the “ride” the author took us on. This is quite possibly the best book I have read this year.

I LOVED Mrs. Everything, This book follows two sister through the span of their lives. It hits on many important topics such as the #metoo and illustrates the power and struggle of womanhood. The book shares the different lives of Jo and Bethie, how they work to be true to themselves and find what is important to them. The book powerfully discusses the hardships and miracles of raising children, understanding relationships and marriage and thinking about elderly parents. I would highly recommend this novel.

Thank you NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book!

I really enjoyed this story of Jo and Bethie. I read an article where the author has always wanted to write a story that takes place over the lives of the characters. She did a wonderful job in this novel and I think all women can relate to this. I removed one star only because it slowed a little in the center. The fault lies with me because I like a little faster pace.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Jennifer Weiner, again, does not disappoint! This book you can tell, is very near and dear to her. She wrote it with her mother as inspiration. It has a very personal feel to it, and I enjoyed it so much!

This story follows sisters Jo and Bethie over a span over 60 years. It is a coming of age story, of them finding themselves, losing themselves, and finding themselves again. They are complete opposites but still figure out a way to have a relationship.

Sad, funny, and poignant, this is a lovely story

This is a great book. I'm a fan of Jennifer Weiner to begin with, but this book is so different from anything else she's written. The characters of Jo and Bethie are so rich, I really cared for them. I fluctuated between who's story I was more invested in. It kept me engaged from start to finish; there was no lag. If I was forced to find a fault, I would say it's that we spend a lot of time with Jo and Bethie in their younger years, I would like to have had more in their twilight years. As well, as they grew older it seemed as Bethie became a secondary character, almost, a reflection of what was happening in Jo's life.

Mrs. Everything is an epic saga and a transformational read about life in post-war America. Self-actualization doesn’t come easily for Jewish sisters, Jo and Bethie Kaufman. They experience loss, sexual abuse, abortion, war, interracial relationships, cancer, and the sexual revolution.

Giving a nod to Little Women, Jennifer Weiner creates multifaceted storylines and delivers a gratifying reading experience. Weiner’s descriptions make a reader forget she’s merely looking at words, from intricacies of the Detroit neighborhood to the scents in Mrs. Kaufman’s kitchen. This roller-coaster ride alternates smooth detours and tender simplicity with sudden drops as the characters face terrifying complications.

Weiner crafts Jo and Bethie as badass champions who embody how far we’ve come and remind us there’s more work ahead. She intertwines the trials of the Kaufman sisters into one lush tapestry and reminds us that our individual essence doesn’t come after one season, but arrives as a result of many.
This one left me with a book hangover to rival few others. Exceptional.

Jennifer Weiner is known for her stories of sibling relationships. With her newest book MRS. EVERYTHING she brings us siblings Jo and Bethie Kaufman. However, where this book differs from all her others is the time span of the story. She gives us three generations of women over a 60-year span. The Kaufmans are a Jewish Russian immigrant family who assimilate well into their community while maintaining their Jewish identity. So it was refreshing to have these characters be a “typical” Jewish family in America.

As the book opens in 1951 Jo is six years old and Bethie is four; the story ends in 2016. Jo is the sister that doesn’t care what other people think of her, while Bethie cares too much. Weiner’s description of the simple life for children in the fifties made me nostalgic for my childhood (although I was a decade later).

I enjoyed reading of the different directions life took them, but how sibling loyalty was still there. We travel with them through the sixties and the time of “free love” and drugs. We feel the conflict as their sexual identity is explored. I think there is something in this book that will strike home for everyone. While I cringed over drugs and “free love” portions it did remind me of hearing all this on the news. I was sheltered from that but knew it was out there. So to a degree I could relate. As the next two generations came along I could relate to the traits that carry on in the next generations and the frustration and dawning recognition of seeing yourself in your own children. (And blessing your parents for letting you live!)

While this is overall a more serious read that we are used to from Weiner she still gives us her special touches of humor. Example: Around page 40 she gives us a truly unique take on the Purimspiel. I dare you not to laugh!

This is a very realistic family saga that I highly recommend. Thank you to NetGalley for the advance reading copy. Opinions expressed are my own.

An absolute must-read! This is definitely a top three book of the year!

Following two sisters (Jo & Bethie) from when they are young girls in the 1950's until present day, this page turner explores the two different journeys of each sister and their ups & downs. This book made me laugh, made me cry, and make me think - all great things in a book! Exploring how life changes from what you once imagined and the choices you make or were made for you and how it impacts your life. A super engaging, powerful, and very satisfying book that I will be recommending to everyone this summer! Exceptional!

Thank you Jennifer Weiner, Atria Books, and Netgalley for providing me with an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

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An ambitious novel, Mrs. Everything follows two sisters through the ups and downs, the hopes and dreams of their lifetimes – from childhood in Detroit in the 50’s, adolescence, college, through adulthood. Their stories embody many of the experiences, emotions, and roles of every woman… sister, daughter, student, activist, businesswoman, friend, mother, wife, aunt, grandmother… Mrs. (Ms.) Everything. Most of all, they exemplify the faamiliar struggle for self-acceptance and fulfillment and the pressure to do it all.

From the very beginning, I was captivated by author’s own words in her introduction and quickly became immersed in the characters of Jo and Beth. As a woman born in the early 50’s, it brought back a lot of memories. Perhaps that is why I did not feel that their experiences introduced a lot that was new for me, but I could re-live and relate to both sisters and their stories as I think many women will as well.

Overall, I found Mrs. Everything to be a very heartfelt, engaging and satisfying read that covered a wide scope in both topics and time.



FYI - I received a copy of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an

I really loved this book. This is the story of two sisters growing up in the 50s and 60s and making their way through the 70s and beyond, dealing with societal issues that are still very important today. This book illustrates just how far we have come as a society yet still have so much more to go. What I loved about Jo and Bethie is how they are real women. I loved and hated them by turns. They had their good moments and their bad moments like all of us. A lot of books tend to portray their character as either "good or bad" - Weiner makes them plain human.

Thanks to NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book.