Clover Hendry’s Day Off is a laugh out loud funny and heartwarming tale of one women’s journey to find her voice.

Clover is an assistant producer at a small tv network as well as a wife, sister, daughter and mother of teenage twins. She is the one who takes care of everything and never says no. One day, after taking some possibly expired medication, she decides it is time to speak up for herself and the fun begins. Starting at work, she begins to express herself in a manner that her colleagues are not expecting. The rest of the day follows with a rabbit rescue, some shoplifting, an encounter with her school skipping daughter and other adventures.

Over the course of one day, Clover learns to put herself first and, in the process, begins to mend her family relationships and finally put the past behind her. Clover is a relatable and realistic character, and the story is completely engaging. The reader will cheer for Clover.

Thank you Penguin Group Putnam and NetGalley for my advanced electronic copy. All opinions expressed are my own.

Clover Hendry is overwhelmed. She is also wound so tight trying to keep everyone happy that she's about to break. Then she does...break, that is. And--suddenly--she just doesn't care any more. She goes about her day doing whatever SHE wants, for a change. No matter the cost.

My immediate reaction was, I can soooo relate! I can feel her worry and anxiety, mentally, emotionally, and physically, as she suppressed herself until she exploded. I experienced her outside-of-it feeling right along with her, and then the utter the relief of no longer caring. The writing was so descriptive that it was easy to slip into Clover's world and psyche. After all, who wouldn't want to be relieved of pressures and expectations and feel absolutely free? What would that be like? I appreciated the nuanced exploration of that question, because ultimately doing exclusively whatever I want is the definition of selfishness, isn't it? Finding balance is important.

When people pleaser, Clover, gets hit on the head in the train station, she gets a whole new look on life and takes every opportunity to speak her mind!

If this would not have been an ARC I 100% would have DNF’d it. It lost me from the very beginning with Clover randomly taking old Oxy for no apparent reason.

I could not relate to Clover in the least bit and everything she did that was supposed to be her standing up for herself or speaking her mind was just plain mean and/or illegal. Also, it would’ve been helpful to get a better picture of her and her life before the head injury, so we could see why it was liberating for her to do all of these ridiculous things. Instead we got random sections throughout about her past and how she never stood up for yourself, but they didn’t add up to much and for the most part didn’t really help move the story along.

Almost all the characters were forgettable and how Clover felt about them jumped all over the place throughout the book, so I had no clue how I was supposed to feel about them.

This book was marketed as a fun and upbeat book, but suddenly in the end all her issues were because her boss raped her? It came out of nowhere with no build up at all, except for one or two small mentions of her old boss she didn’t like or the job she abruptly left. Also, if a book is going to be about a sensitive subject like that there needs to be some kind of trigger warning.

And how does no one at her work notice that she has a gapping head wound that is dripping blood everywhere?!

This was a fun concept that just wasn’t executed well at all. I would not recommend this book to anyone.

I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and statements are my own.

Thank you NetGalley and the publishing team for the opportunity to read and review this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I’ve never saw Ferris Beuller’s day off, the inspiration, so I had no idea what might possibly happen in this story but I liked the premise of it! The cover also caught my eye as one I’d pick up in the store.

The book was written well but I had a hard time connecting to the story which made it hard for me to enjoy. The day off antics stressed me out and I have no idea how she was able to get away with the things she did and have zero consequences.

This book wasn’t the one for me but I know the perfect audience is out there!

Special thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a free, electronic ARC of this novel received in exchange for an honest review.
Expected publication date: Jan. 30, 2024
Clover Hendry has been accommodating everyone her entire life- she hasn’t said “no” to any requests, and has earned her reputation as the ultimate people-pleasure, afraid of confrontation and desperate to keep the peace. But then a string of events causes Clover to change her tune and soon she’s standing up for herself, saying “no”, and completely saying “f%*k it” to her responsibilities. Does this signify a permanent change for Clover?
Beth Morrey’s “Clover Hendry’s Day Off” is a witty and charming story, inspired by “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off”. 46-year-old Clover is a television producer, wife and mother of adolescent twins, who decides to take the bull by the horns of her own life. She’s a relatable protagonist and her gutsy move inspired the people-pleasing, confrontation-avoiding, “always-say-yes” woman that lives in me. I pondered following Clover’s lead and simply spending the day doing whatever I wanted (without the illegal activities of course) and couldn’t help but be envious of how freeing that would feel.
There’s a little bit of Clover in all of us, and her story made me laugh out loud in places. Not only was “Day Off” enjoyable and humorous, it was also emotional as Clover begins to unravel her relationship with her mother, and re-evaluate her role as a mother herself.
Morrey is able to provide a realistic and satisfying ending to Clover’s adventure. After she spends the entire novel living it up, Clover is able to return to being “the old Clover”, but with some positive changes.
“Clover” is a fun story, to be sure, and props to Morrey for her creativity and unique style! I loved the characters, especially Clover (who I related to way too much). “Clover Hendry’s Day Off” gives new meaning to “escapism” as readers are able to live vicariously through Clover, and cheer her on throughout!
Morrey is a new author (for me) but she has impressed me. A funny, light yet emotional read, “Clover Hendry” was the exact novel I didn’t know I needed!

Thank you Netgalley and the publishers for the opportunity to read this, but most importantly thank you Beth Morrey for writing this! As any kid from the 80s and 90s I watched Ferris Bueller A LOT. It is still a favorite, feel good film and storyline for me. So when I saw Clover Hendry's Day Off being compared to it... I was a bit skeptical, but am glad I was approved and given the chance to read it.

Clover is an overworked, under appreciated, people pleaser who one day decides to take the "day off". To stop worrying about coloring inside the lines and what everyone thinks about her and not saying yes to everything just because it is expected. And at times she comes across as rude or disrespectful but honestly, thats part of the charm of her character. It makes you question why women are pushed into the box of needing to be this and that but never speaking out or saying no.

I don't know of a working mom who wouldn't be able to relate to this book. Fed up at work and with no more f's to give, Clover just decides to say and do whatever she wants. She pisses people off, she yells at them, she gets drenched, she cuts her hair, she picks up a large rabbit, she lies and connives. It's pretty funny but I also couldn't help but think How did she cover this much ground in one day? and How is she not sweaty and malodorous?

Clover Hendry’s Day Off was something a little different from other books I’ve read, but also something I could really relate to. The book follows Clover Hendry for one day that is anything but ordinary for her. Usually, Clover is the type of person that doesn’t speak up, who always says “yes” even when she’d rather say “no”. But she’s also overwhelmed and burnt out in her roles as wife, mother of twin teens, and producer of TV shows. So, for one day, Clover has decided she’s had enough, and she’s going to put herself first. Of course, this leads to quite a chaotic day of crazy antics. I don’t necessarily approve of everything she does over the course of the day, but there were definitely some laugh out loud moments along the way.

As we follow Clover through her day, there are also introspective moments as she recalls events in her life that she feels have shaped who she is today. Some of these memories are happy, like recalling the day she met her husband, but others are not so happy, like her wedding being a disaster. I think those moments where she really took a close look at herself, realizing how she has always put everyone before herself, how anxious she is, how she lacks a sense of self-confidence, how exhausting being a mother is… that was the true meaning behind the story that led to immense character growth. I don’t think I’ve ever highlighted so many passages in a book as I did in this one, but there were so many times I felt as if this book was providing me advice for my own life.

There were some times that I had trouble following Clover’s train of thought in her cluttered mind, but overall the writing was good, and I seemed to be able to follow better as the book went on. Being American, I was a bit tripped up by the British dialect at times too, but could still understand the context.

Thank you to PENGUIN GROUP Putnam, G.P. Putnam’s Sons and NetGalley for the free advanced copy of Clover Hendry’s Day Off. The opinions expressed in my review are completely my own.

Well I really liked the idea of this book but, then it went zero to sixty. Her fun day off just turned into a day of crime and just really crappy things.

It's a no from me.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishing team for my ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group/Putnam Books for allowing me to read an ARC of Clover Hendry's Day Off by Beth Morrey in exchange for my honest review.

I loved Clover Hendry! Clover was so likeable and relatable. I cheered for her, cringed a little (in her favor), laughed, and cheered some more.

I didn't realize the premise was based on Ferris Bueller's Day Off (which I loved) until the author's notes, but now that I do know, I might read it again.

I look forward to reading more from this author.

As a huge fan of The Love Story of Missy Carmichael, I was thrilled to receive an ARC of Beth Morrey's newest release.

Clover Hendry's life is not her own. A mother of two teenagers, a wife, a sister, a daughter, and an employee. Clover just cannot seem to keep all the balls in the air. One day thanks to a bad headache, Clover goes out of character and takes some pain meds that her husband has tossed in a jar.

This small decision results in a day like Clover has never had before. The entire story is set in one day of Clover's life and it is a rollercoaster ride.

Was the story outlandish and too crazy to be realistic?
Absolutely.
Did I laugh out loud multiple times while reading?
You bet I did.
Was this a book of escapism?
Definitely.
Could I relate to Clover going off script and going a bit crazy?
I think any overworked, overwhelmed mother, wife, or employee could relate.

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Possible triggers: Parental neglect, parental abandonment

My interest was piqued by the premise, but in practice it just didn't work for me. I hope it finds its audience, and thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the chance to read it early.

How I wish I had Clover's moxy and ability to say f**k it...and just go off the rails! This really did feel empowering and also funny, fresh and delightful!

A fun and interesting book! It was written very well and had me locked in. turner I would definitely recommend this to others. The female MC was so well crafted and likable. Many thanks to the publisher and also NetGalley for the Arc.

A very captivating book blending the story of a crazy and liberating day for Clover with sections relating Clover’s growing up with an exacting mother and her meeting and relationship with her husband. There are many funny and delightful passages of Clover’s thoughts on what she is doing. It is a day for Clover to release herself from being a people pleaser and to grow into a strong version of herself.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

What will happen next to Clover? This book was so much fun and I loved every single bit of it! I really wish it could become a series or even a movie.

CLOVER HENDRY’S DAY OFF
by Beth Morrey

Clover Hendry has some issues in her family and professional life. Taken for granted at work and at home, Clover decides she is not going to take it any more. She takes a day off running away from her many problems. Told with humor and a healthy dose of realism, this a story many woman can understand. Take the day off with Clover and find out what happens when a woman says no to the status quo. You will be rooting for Clover as she navigates her way to a new reality. #CLOVERHENDRYSDAYOFF #NetGalley

I thought this book was funny and easy read. I really enjoyed it. We all need to take a day like this more often.

I loved the movie Ferris Bueller's Day off. So I was really excited for this book. The book wasn’t quite what I expected. I didn’t love the character but I’m sure some will.

There will be times where we may not like the story to a book that is shared with us and this one is it for me. It didn’t really catch my attention. I tried to focus on the main aspect of what was happening but I couldn’t. I do see really good feedback on the story and I’m happy others found the story enjoyable.