Official Review: Backcomb & Tattoo by Shea R Embry

[Seamstress]

This book would have been right up my alley, if only there wasn't terminal illness involved. I do enjoy reading live stories and there are always tragedies and suffering mentioned to some degree mentioned, but I refuse read book whre reader is in the know from the start that it will end with death of main character.

[Laura Ungureanu]

A story about friendship, death, and powerful women. I think this book sounds like a great read because it combines some interesting elements. I think it would be nice to read from the perspective of older women.

[cindyr2416]

Great review. Sounds like a version of the bucket list. I love how Aunt Opal wants younger women to enjoy her last moments with. It seems like a fun adventure and I can’t wait to read it.

[Erin Dydek]

A book about female friendships and working through life’s challenges sounds like a good book to read with a cup of tea.

[Miss_BeckyG]

I like the review of this book. It sounds like an adventurous and heartwarming story that is an easy read. Aunt Mary Opal may be dying but she and her young friends share secrets and a sisterhood. Thank you for the enlightening review.

[Elizabeth Pass]

This sounds like a unique book. I can understand wanting to fill your last days with fun and happy memories. Sounds like all the characters benefit from their time spent together.

[Abacus]

Thanks for the review. I have read the sample, and found it easy and relaxing to read. I am interested in where the story goes from here.

[Mukesh guduru]

Nice review, cleary elaborated the concept of the book. Bechdel test. Never heard of it. Thanks for sharing information. I like they way you said about the people who may not like this book.

[Moushmi Radhanpara]

Everything about the book makes me want to read it as soon as I can get hold of it. This looks like an inspiring fictional story with secrets, friendship, hope, and joy. Your thorough review seems promising too. Congratulations to the author and thank you for sharing your honest review.

[C-obi]

The Lesbian aspect simply made me log off. Thanks anyway for the review.

[Vickie Noel]

One thing I've always wished for is a girl squad. A team of women-friends who uplift and encourage each other is priceless. I'm a bit worried about the lesbian romance mentioned in the review, but I'm open to discovering other friendship gems and seeing how I can apply them in my personal dealings with my friends. Thanks for the review.

[Kelyn]

This sounds like an inspiring book about life, love, and laughter in the face of serious illness. Aunt Mary Opal is the friend (and aunt) that all of would love to have. I understand her wanting to keep her illness a secret. Knowing about it would have affected the way her friends treated her, and she wanted a more equal relationship. I loved reading your review!

[MsH2k]

This was one of the few samples that I didn’t want to end! It sounds like a delightful read! Thank you for your review and for the introduction to the Bechdel test.

[rusyalana]

The book sounds pretty interesting. Despite the number of serious topics like emotional abuse, inability to stand up for herself, assisted suicide, distrust, the events are told with humor and that I believe will attract lots of people. Congratulations on becoming BOTD!

[Prisallen]

I'm glad the main character is able to make new friends and has happiness in her last days. I appreciate that there are "many misadventures and funny moments." It sounds like something I would enjoy reading, except I'm afraid it would have a sad ending. Thanks for a wonderful review!