Ok, that’s it! Sara Goodman Confino is officially my newest auto-read author. I will read anything she puts out there. (Sadly, since her new book, Behind Every Good Man doesn’t come out until August 6th, that might be awhile.) Lucky for me, there are still two of her backlist books I haven’t read yet, so I have those to look forward to! If you haven’t read her last book, Don’t Forget to Write, what are you waiting for? I recommend it to everyone!

I absolutely loved this hilarious and heartwarming story of a wronged wife who goes toe to toe with her cheating husband at the polls.

Sadly, I tore through it in two days; I couldn't put it down. I kept thinking, one more chapter. Just one more chapter. And now it’s finished and I’m sad not to get to spend any more time with the characters I grew to care deeply about.

This fast-paced and witty book has everything. There’s a strong female protagonist, a romance, and even a cameo from Marilyn from Don’t Forget to Write.

I cannot recommend this book highly enough!

Thank you to @NetGalley and @LakeUnionPublishing for an advanced copy in exchange for my honest opinion.

Just like with all of her other books, this is a fantastic book by Sara Goodman Confino. From the minute that I started it, I could not wait to get back to it every day to see what would happen next. Many laugh out loud moments made the book utterly enjoyable. I can't wait for other people to read it.

A fun novel about a spunky, smart woman whose life is changed when she catches her husband cheating. Perfect beach read.

Sara Goodman Confino is quickly becoming my new favorite author!! This is the fourth book I have read of hers and it was OUTSTANDING! I absolutely loved Bev, Michael, Nancy, Mildred, there were so many great characters in this book, I could go on and on! The fact that Bev bounced back from such a traumatic experience with Larry and came back even stronger, she was an inspiration! In taking charge of her own life and making the best of a crappy situation, Bev showed us (especially female readers) that you can do so much, even things that might be outside of the norm. In an era when women were expected to sit at home, tend to the children and the house, have meals at the ready when your husband comes home, and just look pretty - it was refreshing to see someone who pushed back. I really enjoyed the glimpse into the world of politics in 1962 and loved the view into the world of women and minorities during that time frame. Overall, Sara does such an amazing job building characters and relationships and giving you insight into their lives. I have yet to be disappointed by her books and this one lived up to the hype and then some. I cannot wait to recommend it to others and will anxiously be awaiting to add her newest title to my TBR list!

Thank you to NetGalley for sharing this ARC with me in exchange for an honest review.

I received an advanced copy of this book and was excited to read it after recently finishing and enjoying "Don't Forget to Write" by the same author. While I had high hopes for a similar reading experience, I didn't enjoy this one as much. I personally didn't love the heavy focus on politics and the whole plot felt unrealistic to me so I didn't find myself as invested in the story. I did enjoy the inclusion of several characters from "Don't Forget to Write" (it's not necessary to have read it, but fun if you have!) and the similar messages of female empowerment. It's definitely not a bad book, but someone who likes politics more than I do may enjoy it more. 3/5

Thank you to NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for sharing an advanced copy to read and review. The publishing date is August 6, 2024.

Sara Goodman Confino knocked it out of the park once again with her latest novel, due out in August. Definitely add this to your To Be Read list!

The story centers around Beverly, who catches her husband in the act with his secretary early on. Bev has to figure out how to move forward after her awful discovery—and she decides to get involved with a politics campaign for an up and coming candidate, who just so happens to be running against her cheating husband’s boss.

The 1960s setting made this book extra interesting for me, and I loved the trailblazing attitude Bev took toward engaging women in their campaign strategy. I also learned something—I didn’t realize the legal voting age was 21 back then!

I found myself literally laughing out loud at various times throughout this story. The writing is witty and the characters are colorful. I also loved the nod to some of the characters from Confino’s last book, “Don’t Forget to Write.”

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC!

Thank you NetGalley & Lake Union for access to the ARC! I thoroughly enjoyed this book, great light read and the story was fun and refreshing. Beverly is a strong woman who doesn’t back down and is far ahead of her time. I especially enjoyed how the beloved characters from past books by the author made appearances and became part of the story. Sarah Goodman Confino is a talented author and I look forward to more to come from her.

This was my first time reading this author and I thoroughly enjoyed it! Such a great read and very empowering to women. Great storyline, character development, and all around entertaining! Looking forward to reading more books by this fantastic author.
Thank you to NetGalley, publishers, and author for this ARC.

Thank you NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for the ARC!

This was a fun, quick read, with a strong FMC you automatically want to root for. Fans of Marvelous Mrs. Maisel will love this one!

Wow, what a fantastic book! It's hard to believe that the author could fit so much depth and substance into this lighthearted fun read, but given how good her previous books are, I shouldn't have been surprised. Behind Every Good Man is the kind of book that keeps you coming back for more, with characters that are believable and realistic. I loved how strong and empowering Beverly was, standing up to her husband's indiscretions and deciding to work instead of relying on him. I loved how there were so many characters in the book that supported her along the way, and how readers could see her mother evolve and change in her own marriage. These themes of empowerment and strength in women, even though it takes place in the 1960s, still has such relevance today. Hats off to Sara Goodman Confino for delivering another amazing book!

Sara's latest novel, "Behind Every Good Man," captivates from the opening line to the final acknowledgments, much like her previous works. Beverly and Millie, reminiscent of iconic figures like Marilyn and Ada, shine as larger-than-life characters. Their wit, intelligence, and unwavering determination make them incredibly endearing. Sara skillfully intertwines feminism and historical events, crafting a story that blends women's fiction with historical fiction. Reading this book, I found myself transported to the 1960s, longing to witness firsthand the remarkable achievements of these remarkable women. Beverly and Millie are true exemplars of strength and leadership, and anyone who crosses their path had better beware!

SGC does it again with a witty whimsical take no prisoners female lead who makes you laugh, cry, and see so much of yourself in her! I couldn’t put this book down, which was hard because I read it during spring break and needed to keep one eye on my kids in the pool. If only I had a Millie (or a Rosa) to help me keep an eye on them!

LOVED this book, which is no surprise since I've loved all of Sara's books! The characters are so engaging and the story building is amazing. I was tickled to have a few characters from other books make an appearance too!
Can't wait for Sara's next book!

Thank you to NetGalley for providing the ARC for "Behind Every Good Man." I won't give away any plots twists (there's plenty of details already posted), but I will say that I truly enjoyed this book. I was alive in 1962 (but just barely), so grew up relatively unaware of the inequitable treatment of women at that time. This book, in addition to being HILARIOUS, is a commentary on the plight of many women as society began to change, but quite often the "good old boy network" did not. I remember that when I was young, none of the moms in my neighborhood worked outside the home. Conversely, my older sister and I both worked while raising children. What a difference a generation made!

Thank you, Sara Goodman Confino, for a strong and determined female lead character. When times got tough, she got tougher. I encourage any reader who enjoys a well-crafted and clever book to pick up "Behind Every Good Man." I promise you there's a great woman to discover!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this amazing book.

Beverly and the characters through this book are perfectly crafted by Sara Goodman Confino. Family drama, feminist ideas, the juxtaposition of a woman’s call to
Motherhood and also prove herself outside the home, relationship dynamics and hilarious witty banter makes this so entertaining you forget you are reading.

I am so grateful to get an ARC of this authors books. She is one of the few that I always purchase on release day. The great writing and strong female characters are empowering to listen to, especially in a time when it wasn’t expected. This book and the main character didn’t disappoint. Her determination, intelligence and perseverance had you rooting for her in every aspect. I felt the book did a good job of also including the social issues that were happening in that time and how far women have come but also still have to go. The short chapters made it easy to just read “one more” but quickly led to a late night reading. Loved the character tie ins from Don’t Forget to Write as well. Recommend this book to all!

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Thank you to NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for granting me an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I have read all of Sara Goodman Confino's books and was so very excited to read this one!! Sara is a wonderful author. I love the strong women in her books and how I'm able to connect with all the characters.

Behind Every Good Man is another feel good story about female empowerment and making your dreams come true! The story and character development are perfection! I love that politics and the evolution of women in politics was easy to understand. This story has it all....strong women, family drama, humor and romance.

Please add this to your summer reading list...you won't be disappointed!

Sara Goodman Confino has yet to disappoint me. This book was so inspiring as a single mom myself. I have found so much confidence and independence since being on my own and I related so much to this main character. This book is witty, entertaining, funny and emotional. It’s everything I could want in a story. Confino’s characters are always the most memorable and loveable.

Another great book by Sara Goodman Confino! This book follows a 1960s housewife, Beverly Diamond. Beverly finds herself in a difficult situation when she discovers her husband has been cheating. Beverly decides that instead of being sad, she is going to go to work and support herself and her two children while showing the world she is more than just a housewife.
I loved the female empowerment and friendships tied in with political events and a bit of humor and romance too. I also loved how Sara included characters from her previous books. This was a great read!

Behind Every Good Man was such a great read that I was literally setting my Kindle up in the shower and reading it there because life was so busy I had to squeeze it in wherever I could. This story is of Beverly finding herself in a terrible marriage in a time where women are still expected to be the dutiful wife and mom despite their husband’s behavior. The book follows Beverly as she stands up for herself, finding herself in the process. Her devotion as a mom while also trying to find herself was relatable and had you rooting for her the whole way. Sprinkle in some humor and a little romance and this book was perfection. Like some of the novels I have read by Sara, Behind Every Good Man is filled with strong female characters who support each other and you feel like part of the village just reading it. There were so many laugh out loud moments, gasps, and tears that I’m sure my husband thought I lost my mind a little. The little bits that relate back to Don’t Forget to Write were also fun. I can’t wait to read Sara’s next book!!