Review of A Week's Worth

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The book seems to be an engaging and thought-provoking mystery novel with a compelling plot centered around Mac's journey to reconnect with his mother amid various challenges. The review makes it sound like a book worth picking up for those interested in mysteries and character development.
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I like that Mac is trying his best to get along with his mom, even though her new health complications are difficult for him to get used to. The mystery aspect of the book will also ensure the reader is left with many ways to be entertained. Thanks for the review!
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Chris Alex Powell wrote: 15 Apr 2023, 12:21 [Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "A Week's Worth" by Thyme Lewis.]
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A Week's Worth is a fictional mystery book by Thyme Lewis. It consists of fifty-six chapters that follow Mac, a former Navy officer now working with FEMA, as he tries to rekindle his relationship with his mother after hearing some troubling news about her.

The book opens with Mac returning from the field only to hear a week-late message that his mother had a heart attack from his sister. Mac decides to take the trip to California to reconnect with his mother by going on a week's vacation with her at his LA apartment. However, it is not all smooth sailing as he must deal with her weight issues. This all occurs in the backdrop of a pandemic and a disturbing homeless epidemic. There is also the issue of his apartment's annoying new management, and as if that was not enough, for some reason, people keep turning up dead around them! How will Mac navigate these issues and rebuild his bond with his mother? Find out in this intriguing book.

There is so much to like about the book. I appreciate the language used throughout the book. It was very simple, devoid of complex terms, and hence very easy to follow. The narrator has a rather relaxing voice which made the listening experience good. I also like the little accents he does. The book is very character driven. The dynamic between Mac and Sadie is the central focus of most of the book, and we get to watch both characters slowly evolve into better versions of themselves.

The author does an excellent job of discussing issues like homelessness, hinting at some of the reservations people have about these people. My favorite part has to be the fifty-fifth chapter. The reveal there had my jaw dropping for a good minute. It was well put together, tying up a lot of loose ends in a logical manner. Overall, it was a lovely novel, and its ending made it a great read for me.

I found no negative issues with the book. I found only one error in the book. So, the book was professionally edited. Therefore, I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. I found the book interesting and a bit heartwarming, and I learned a bit about empathy from it. I was satisfied with the book, and as a result, I could not rate it any lower.

I recommend this book to lovers of mystery and suspense novels. Since it's an audiobook, lovers of audiobooks would enjoy this book too.

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Thank you for sharing your detailed and positive review of "A Week's Worth" by Thyme Lewis. Your review offers valuable insights into the book's plot, characters, and overall reading experience, making it easier for potential readers to understand what makes this book worth exploring.

Your description of the book's central plot, focusing on Mac's journey to reconnect with his mother while dealing with various challenges, including weight issues, a pandemic, homelessness, and mysterious deaths, creates an intriguing setup for the story.
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The bonds of family are shown in this book as Mac tries to build his relationship with his mother again. I wonder if the deaths around them is a warning sign of what's soon to come
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Your review provides a comprehensive and enthusiastic assessment of "A Week's Worth" by Thyme Lewis. The book's simplicity in language, the narrator's soothing voice, and character development are highlighted positively. You appreciate the book's exploration of important societal issues and applaud the well-executed reveal in Chapter fifty-five. Your lack of negative issues, along with professional editing, justifies a 5-star rating. You found it both interesting and heartwarming, emphasizing the valuable lesson of empathy. Overall, your review effectively conveys your enjoyment and satisfaction with the book.
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An expressive review that gave the book its due, and I enjoyed reading it. The story of the book is closer to a story we watch every day, especially with trying to fix things with his mother, with all the difficulties he faces.
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It is an interesting murder mystery about Mac reuniting with his mom while coping with other issues during a pandemic. Thank you for your informative review.
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Devoid the sweet flavor of the review, it sounds as if even the book is sweeter to read, let me thank the reviewer for such a wonderful job. What interested me more is how Mac decided to reunite with his mother which is a good thing to hear, and the awful thing is how new management is managing the apartments
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This book follows Mac as he rebuilds his relationship with his mother amidst a pandemic, a homeless epidemic, and a string of murders.
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I loved the sample! The reviewer calls it heartwarming and indeed it teaches us about empathy. Simply lovely!
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This fictional mystery book by Thyme Lewis sounds warm and soulful.
My actual experience of a pandemic and the socio-economic effects it has left behind, connect my interest to the deep and realistic plot summary, depicted by this review. I am intrigued that the soulful messages and mystery in this book is crafted in a simple expression of language use. I find this a rarity in today's writings, as we often tend look to express ourselves and our messages with such complexity which does not always succeed in a wide audience reach.
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This gripping story revolves around a devoted son who finds himself entangled in unforeseen challenges. I'm eager to delve into the suspense and thrill that this book promises, and I'm also intrigued by the prospect of experiencing it through the audiobook format. Nice review.
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"A Week's Worth" by Thyme Lewis is a mystery book divided into 56 chapters. The main character in the book is Mac, a former Navy officer, who is trying to revive his relationship with his mother. The language in the book is simple.
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Though I'm more into fast-paced books this one seems quite interesting. It looks heartwarming and deals with the issue of homelessness. Besides there's also a touch of mystery with all those dead people that keep piling up around him. Congratulations on becoming BOTD!
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