Everything Changes

I recently finished reading Everything Changes by Jonathan Tropper. Thumbs up. Overall a pretty good book that gets you thinking, but also provides some light reading.

I've read a LOT of chick lit - who doesn't love a bit of Marian Keyes every now and then?! So it was interesting to read a similar kind of book written about a man, by a man. I was really looking forward to getting a man's perspective on relationships for a change. And I think I did get that.

But.

The only thing that let's the novel down are the female characters. There are four in total:

1. Hope: The ideal woman

Perfect body. Has all the feminine charms. Great in bed. Good dresser. Something nice to bring home to the parents and make a home with.

2. Tamarra: The damsel in distress

Vulnerable due to unforseen circumstances, but quietly strong. Sensitive, caring and gets inside your head because she really knows you. Needs protection. Sexy.

3. Lela: The mom (yeah, it's American...)

Strong and compassionate. Selfless and loving. Will do anything for her kids. Knows how to pack snacks for a long car ride.

4. Delia: The stripper

Nice rack.

But saying that, I'm sure the types of male characters that feature in chick lit novels aren't too much different. Besides let's face it, how much do we even really know about the opposite sex?!

All in all, a good read.