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[Following is a volunteer review of "Backcomb & Tattoo" by Shea R Embry.]

In the book "Backcomb & Tattoo" by Shea R. Embry, I found a touching story of friendship among four remarkable women, despite their age differences and backgrounds.
 
The book began with Rachel's story as the wife of Jack, a musician who always made her feel alone and abandoned. Her life started to change when she met Aunt Mary Opal, an older, warm-hearted woman who could accompany her even at her mother's funeral.
 
Their life journey became more intriguing when Rachel met Jesi on her vacation in Spain and Nicole, whom she met accidentally.
 
I like how the book portrayed the perspectives of the four different women supporting each other through their life struggles. "Women supported women," perhaps this was their motto. Books written by female authors always offered complex and engaging perspectives.
 
I appreciate the way the author described the complex details of each character, with emotional issues brought by each character. Their imperfections made the story feel perfect. The depiction of the story background, each character's background with their respective issues, was also engaging, making me unable to stop reading until the end.
 
These four women supported each other, facing marital discomfort, doubts about leaving toxic relationships, recovering from trauma, trust issues, and the desire to die peacefully without pain.
 
Each story is wrapped in humor, intriguing secret ingredients, and a good emotional and thought-provoking depiction of the characters. The characters' thought processes are also explained in a way that makes readers feel the characters' feelings, as if we are experiencing them directly.
 
I give this book a rating of 5 out of 5 because the complexity of the issues brought up in the book was executed well by the author.
 
The book is written with an enjoyable flow, flawless editing, and descriptive portrayal. This is also why I gave it a perfect score.
 
Even if there are shortcomings in this book, perhaps this book may not have been suitable for people who morally disagree with alcohol, tattoos, euthanasia, and LGBT issues. There are also some adult scenes, so this book should be read by mature individuals with open minds. 
 
However, I consider these elements to be what enhance the uniqueness of this story. It depicts how a human, despite its imperfections, can find happiness in life. This is great work, and I love it.

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Backcomb & Tattoo
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This review is really nicely written. The way you broke down the idea of this book was excellent. I'm interested in the themes this book covers and the explanation you provided of the things readers who are sensitive to certain things should be aware of. I am eager to peruse your reviews of other novels.

This is a positive review of an enlightening book. Women are complex humans. I should know. Growing up I lived with my grandmother, mother, and sister. I am married 40 years to my wife, and have three daughters in their thirties. I love them all but am still trying to understand them. Lol. I am guessing this book will help. Thanks for the great review.

Wow, book about women's strength. That's something I love to read,the raw life experiences which brings soul searching answers from eachother by supporting. what's best than women supporting eachother.

I believe I will love this book. A very interesting plot involving four women. Will surely pick this up if I have a chance.

Women supporting women warms my heart! Any plot involving four women who mutually support each other reminds me of the Golden Girls TV show. That has my heart smiling too!

Thank you for your detailed review! The book intrigues me and I would love to read a book with characters who have emotional depth and complexity to them as well as support each other.

This sounds like an almost found-family story. I think it's good to have friends both older and younger than yourself.

Wonderful review! Despite touching on some controversial themes, the book truly shines in its character development and storytelling. I admire it for its captivating prose and depth of emotion.

How nice! The review and the author's writings, as you have mentioned!

Another wonderful review! Women standing up for each other and supporting each other is always lovely to read. I’m curious to read about the complex situations these women face and how they deal with them.

Thank you for your heartfelt review of "Backcomb & Tattoo" by Shea R. Embry. Your deep connection to the story of friendship among the four women and appreciation for the author's portrayal of their complexities are evident. Your recognition of the book's engaging storyline, flawless editing, and thought-provoking themes is insightful. Your understanding of its potential audience limitations and your overall admiration for its celebration of human imperfections are well-articulated. Thank you for sharing your thoughtful perspective on this remarkable work.

Your review was clear and precise .A great review .The way you explained the book is great .Thanks for writing the review .

This review does a good job explaining what the book is mostly about. More importantly, it gives the reader a look into relationships between women and how they look like, how they ought to be. And I believe the friendships formed between the characters are enough to pick this book.

Thanks for this great review. I like what you say about women supporting women. It is a great review and the book looks worth reading.