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This was a fun book to read, but there‘s nothing life-changing here. Amy Byler‘s husband returns home after 3 years away (abandonment) and takes the kids for the summer. She goes away to NYC on a #momspringa and has to make some tough decisions about her life back at home.

Next up, courtesy of Amazon First Reads a few months ago.

Nothing like sitting on the front porch, reading a book, with a solid thunderstorm flashing and booming over the house.

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I borrowed this from the library, because, well, I love books as much as she does! I was originally going to return it unread because I hadn‘t had time to read it, but I had to renew it, so I dove in. I am so glad I did! I loved every minute and am still crying (don‘t judge me).

Harms's writing is relatable, endearing and witty. She is particularly effective in capturing the struggles and challenges of a mother—from mother's guilt to constantly worrying. Women regularly sacrifice themselves for their children and oftentimes it's at the expense of their own happiness. This can be detrimental to their relationships with their partners and their friends.

Are you in need of a momspringa? Than this book is for you!

They are taking out ceiling panels in one half of our office to fix all of the black soot coming in 😷so I 'volunteered' to work from home today so someone from that side could use my desk (I'm a giver!). 😆
Staring my Friday like I used when I was freelance, with breakfast 🥑🍞☕️ & a little reading before working a few hours at my neighborhood coffee shop. Happy Friday everyone! 🎉

Honestly I didn‘t know if I would like this book but as a mom with a frantic life I could relate to Amy Byler on sooooo many levels! If you are a mom over 35 read this book! I laughed and so many times thought “Haha oh me too!” Amy‘s internal snark and outward cute nerd made me want to be her friend. I am very onboard with the idea of #momspringa.
4 out of 5 stars!

I was not sure how much I would be able to relate to this book, given that I do not have children. But I was pleasantly surprised! The writing is clever and witty - some parts are just hilarious. The plot was creative and it easily held my interest.

New audiobook!

I enjoyed this book probably because I can relate. Being a single mom is hard and we forget to live for us. I cheered this momma on throughout this book for every nice meal she had, reading in comfort , every date she went on! Great reminder moms need a summer off every now and then to recharge.

Thanks to this book, I am now on Litsy!! Also, truer words have never been spoken 👏🏼👏🏼 #kellyharms #theoverduelifeofamybyler #truth #audiobooks #kindle #tbr

How many moms take time out for themselves while their kids still live at home? I know I don‘t get much alone time, even with teenagers in the house. After three years of being a single parent her husband shows back up and she gets some me time. I enjoyed this book.

This was entertaining!

More than halfway through this easy-going summer read. I‘m a little disappointed with the simplicity of the style of writing, but I‘m interested to see how this all ends. #momspringa

Over halfway through and I'm still wondering what this book will lead to - but great writing so far!

This was such a fun, charming little story. I found school librarian Amy Byler (a single mother of two) likable, relatable, and adored her quick wit. A perfect summer-time read! ❥ #momspringa

Only halfway through this but loving it. Nerdy librarian mom goes on an adventure ... plus the writing is good. And she name-checks the Litsy app, which is how I ended up here. 🤗

What‘s the last book you read that you weren‘t expecting to love, but ended up being one of your favorites?

I finished The Overdue Life of Amy Byler this morning and I absolutely loved it. This book was funny and quirky and everything I didn‘t know I needed. The story was relatable and I loved all of the characters and Amy‘s experiences in New York. If you haven‘t read this— please do and tell me what you think! 📖

This book was everything I didn‘t know I needed. I loved it. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This book is absolutely adorable. It‘s light and laugh out loud funny and will capture your attention as well as your imagination. I couldn‘t put it down. It‘s easy and fun to read, and particularly would appeal to those hard-working mom‘s that never seem to get a break... https://www.bluestockingreviews.com/blog/the-overdue-life-of-amy-byler

I keep going back and forth between 3 & 4 stars for this one. It was cute and fun but I‘m not sure it‘s one I‘ll remember for long. Let‘s go with ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ for being fun, quick and sweet. 😁 #romantsy #audible #kindleunlimited

Truth!!! #florida

This book is full of snarky comments and is laugh out loud funny. The characters are so realistic that I felt like they were my friends. It explores what we, as women, need. Sometimes that is a break from our day to day lives. Great flow throughout with incredible dialogue, this is a book that needs to be read. An absolutely amazing book that will leave you laughing.Uplifting and full of love this book will knock your socks off!

Very cute and literally has laugh out loud moments.. a quick refreshing read!

New here, and I found this app through Amy Byler 😊

Looking for some quick read recommendations since this is finals week...preferably something light with a little romance and humor. What are your favorites?(Tagged my most recent read.) #BookRecommendations

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This was a really great light, quick read. Had me laughing out loud. About a mom who goes to NYC (on a much needed and overdue trip), while her husband (who has been absent for past 3 years) takes care of kids.

This was one of the April Amazon First Reads options. I ordered the thriller for my kindle as my free book but this book sounded so good I ordered the hardback for $9.99.

Overworked and under appreciated single mom Amy Byler needs a break. So when the guilt-ridden husband who abandoned her shows up and offers to take care of their kids for the summer, she accepts his offer and escapes rural Pennsylvania for NYC.

🍭🍭🍭🍭🍭 y‘all! To say I loved this book is an understatement! Stop by my blog and check it out! https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40597810-daisy-jones-the-six?ac=1&from_searc...

Well!!! How awesome is that!!🙌🏻🎊🎉🎉

A loveable librarian mom takes a well-deserved break with her kids' full support! This fun, fast read was just what I needed for a mind break this Spring Break! (It would make terrific Summer read too.)

#momspringa

Plus, it was free from Amazon First Reads.

Finally using Amazon First Reads for this one! Don‘t know much of anything about it but Chapter One was enjoyable!

I'm about half way through this fun, light read and loving it.

Think Bridget Jones if she were a single, middle aged librarian mom given a couple of months kid free in New York. So much fun (and free on Amazon April First reads right now)!

AND. . . There's a Litsy shout out! 💗

Such a fun book! After all the heavy novels I've read recently, I needed something light and out of my normal genre of historical fiction. This was the perfect choice! This was my April Kindle First Reads pick. I haven't had much luck with those recently, so imagine my delight when devouring this one! I ended up reading it whenever I could, even in the vehicle! I loved everything about it, but most of all I loved how real it was. Great read!

My Amazon first pick for the month. When Amy‘s estranged husband offers to watch their kids for a few months, it‘s no surprise Amy is a bit thrown by the idea of having time to herself. Amy ventures to New York City, where she embarks on a “momspringa” and attempts to reinvent herself. She learns to let love back into her life—and really, how to live again. Her journey is punctuated by moments that are very, very funny and also deeply insightful.

My Kindle First pick for April