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I loved the premise - super timely focus of a woman politician trying to succeed against a misogynistic opponent. However, I HATED the ending! ⭐️⭐️⭐️ #Netgalley

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A political campaign brings out long buried secrets. It changes relationships and redefines what is normal.

Is there a more timely fiction plot than an infuriated woman returning to her hometown to run for Senate against an old, white man who has held the job, nearly unchallenged for decades? In the days before the IRL midterm elections I'd say the answer is no. I'm so glad I made time for this book since Piazza has a talent for writing relatable characters & throwing in current events to enhance the story— and she nailed the weariness of campaigning.

Loved this book! Charlotte Walsh was an amazing character! I definitely recommend this book.

Just started and already love this novel!

It took me a few chapters to get into it, but this book was a smart, funny, and timely read. I really liked Jo Piazza‘s note at the end.

I really loved this book so much. I am a political junkie and this book felt like a real look at what female running for office has to go through. I could not put this down. Even though Charlotte Walsh was imperfect she was the perfect candidate.

I had a field day at the new Austin Public Library yesterday, just one of the new books I was able to grab.

“You may need to do things you‘re uncomfortable with, say things you don‘t agree with, maybe even lie. Probably lie. Let‘s be honest: You‘re gonna lie a lot.”
This book is about a woman who decides to put her very successful career on hold and run for the Senate. It is effective so far in showing someone with the purest motives for serving having to play the absurd game of politics. Very fun!

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"You couldn't get stuck if you're always moving."

Really good and timely.

This one was OK. I liked the concept, but it focused a lot on a troubled marriage and I was disappointed with the ending.

If Hillary had run BEFORE Bill, this book might be the result. Topical and relevant, this novel deals with a woman running for the Senate, her husband becoming the primary caregiver for 3 children, secrets in a marriage, and bashing by social media that criticizes her choice of flats over heels! Deeply admire any woman willing to take on this thankless job! Read on the beach and be glad you‘re there and not on the campaign trail!

Thanks to #Netgalley and #SimonandSchuster for an ARC of #CharlotteWalshLikesToWin. I‘m conflicted on my rating as I was positive this would be a 5 Star read until the last 5% of the book. This book just ends with no resolution. If there is a sequel then I would consider giving this 5 stars. This book is badass and portrays all the difficulties women encounter in our given political climate. I was dying to read this and I‘d still recommend it.