There’s Nothing Wrong With Her
Author: Kate Weinberg
Published by: Bloomsbury
Pages: 245
Format: Hardback
My Rating: ★★★★★
Vita Woods is on the brink. She has a good job and a successful doctor boyfriend. Max, with whom the sex is great and the chat sufficient; a vivacious and charming sister Gracie, her verbal sparring partner and best friend for life; and she’s even got a goldfish called Whitney Houston, who brightens her days by showing her she’s not the only one going round in circles.
But it’s the days that are Vita’s problem. Vita is rarely leaving her basement flat, since Vita is in ‘The Pit’ – a place of deep exhaustion and semi-consciousness where she spends much of her time. She has been sick for months, with an illness that no doctor, not even Max, can diagnose.
One day an unexpected delivery forces Vita upstairs, into the light – and into a chance encounter with her upstairs neighbours. Suddenly, Vita finds herself faced with an even trickier dilemma. What is a house-bound girl to do when she can’t keep the light, her new friendships, or – worst of all, her memories out?
The problem might be Vita herself but as far as anyone can prove … there’s nothing wrong with her.
But it’s the days that are Vita’s problem. Vita is rarely leaving her basement flat, since Vita is in ‘The Pit’ – a place of deep exhaustion and semi-consciousness where she spends much of her time. She has been sick for months, with an illness that no doctor, not even Max, can diagnose.
One day an unexpected delivery forces Vita upstairs, into the light – and into a chance encounter with her upstairs neighbours. Suddenly, Vita finds herself faced with an even trickier dilemma. What is a house-bound girl to do when she can’t keep the light, her new friendships, or – worst of all, her memories out?
The problem might be Vita herself but as far as anyone can prove … there’s nothing wrong with her.
My thoughts:
Kate Weinberg has done it again with There’s Nothing Wrong with Her, a powerful novel that captivated me from start to finish. Having so enjoyed her previous novel, I had high expectations, and Weinberg has exceeded them with her new fiction.
The author has a gift for creating characters who feel real, flawed, and utterly human, making this an unforgettable read. The novel delves deep into the complexity of the female psyche, expertly weaving themes of self-discovery, mental health, and societal expectations with a tenderness that is both thought-provoking and deeply emotional.
At its core, the novel is a fascinating character study of a woman grappling with who she is versus who she is expected to be. Weinberg navigates this terrain with grace, capturing the raw vulnerability and strength of her protagonist in a way that makes her journey feel intensely personal yet universally relatable. The title itself, There’s Nothing Wrong With Her, becomes a powerful mantra as we witness the protagonist’s evolution and empowerment.
The prose is lyrical and poignant, yet sharp and incisive when it needs to be. Every sentence seems carefully crafted to evoke a depth of feeling, whether it’s heartbreak, hope, or liberation. The narrative pacing quickly pulled me into the story with its quiet intensity and gripping emotional undercurrents. I think what makes this novel truly unique is how it normalizes the internal battles we all face, reminding us that growth and healing aren’t linear.
There’s Nothing Wrong with Her will resonate with anyone who has ever questioned their worth or felt trapped by societal moulds. It’s a deeply empathetic and very moving story that affirms our right to be imperfect and still whole.
This is a powerful tale that speaks to the heart. A must read for anyone who enjoys psychologically rich, emotionally stirring fiction that challenges and uplifts.
Overall reaction:
Kate Weinberg has done it again with There’s Nothing Wrong with Her, a powerful novel that captivated me from start to finish. Having so enjoyed her previous novel, I had high expectations, and Weinberg has exceeded them with her new fiction.
The author has a gift for creating characters who feel real, flawed, and utterly human, making this an unforgettable read. The novel delves deep into the complexity of the female psyche, expertly weaving themes of self-discovery, mental health, and societal expectations with a tenderness that is both thought-provoking and deeply emotional.
At its core, the novel is a fascinating character study of a woman grappling with who she is versus who she is expected to be. Weinberg navigates this terrain with grace, capturing the raw vulnerability and strength of her protagonist in a way that makes her journey feel intensely personal yet universally relatable. The title itself, There’s Nothing Wrong With Her, becomes a powerful mantra as we witness the protagonist’s evolution and empowerment.
The prose is lyrical and poignant, yet sharp and incisive when it needs to be. Every sentence seems carefully crafted to evoke a depth of feeling, whether it’s heartbreak, hope, or liberation. The narrative pacing quickly pulled me into the story with its quiet intensity and gripping emotional undercurrents. I think what makes this novel truly unique is how it normalizes the internal battles we all face, reminding us that growth and healing aren’t linear.
There’s Nothing Wrong with Her will resonate with anyone who has ever questioned their worth or felt trapped by societal moulds. It’s a deeply empathetic and very moving story that affirms our right to be imperfect and still whole.
This is a powerful tale that speaks to the heart. A must read for anyone who enjoys psychologically rich, emotionally stirring fiction that challenges and uplifts.
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