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Mothers Are Like That
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At a glance, Mothers Are Like That by Carol Carrick comes across as a backlist title with a clear setup and an easy way in. The copy on hand shows 2000 • Clarion Books, useful if you want to gauge size and reading commitment.
Edition on file: 2000 • Clarion Books • ISBN 9780395883518.
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Balanced Moderate time
Balanced commitment. This looks substantial enough to matter without becoming a slog.
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What stands out here is the overall feel: Idea-led • Weekend read.
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A steady pace will likely reveal more here than either speed-reading or constant dipping in and out.
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The likely reading experience leans toward a reading experience that should show its character pretty quickly once you start. Net effect: a mid-length read that should balance momentum with detail.
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