The Overdue Life of Amy Byler - Kelly Harms

The Overdue Life of Amy Byler by Kelly Harms

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Overdue Life of Amy Byler was, without a doubt, a remarkable read. I do not usually read books about moms or marriages because, well I am neither a wife nor a mom and sometimes it is hard for me to relate to the characters. However, I read great things about this book and thought I could try it.

I was pleasantly surprised when from the very beginning I could relate to Amy, she was a librarian, she was dorky and funny and it was easy to like her. I liked her friends, they were a good addition to the story, I loved Cori and her journal (loved Daniel as well, of course). The story was so light and easy to read, very enjoyable and super funny. Please do not tell my boss this but I was reading while I was in class with my students and had to stifle a laugh in more than one occasion, because it was indeed funny.

However, the story is not just funny and light, it talks about important things as well, it was nice to see Amy’s perspective to life and it was interesting to read about her journey and the problems she was facing.

I really liked and enjoyed the book; it was the perfect read for a rainy day, something you can read in one afternoon with a glass of wine or a cup of coffee and I surely recommend it.