Harper Ford
About the book:
It’s a bloody mess but she ain’t stressed…
Heidi is tired. Tired, grumpy and hot as hell.
Juggling the demands of her stressful job whilst parenting two children with a significant age gap is proving chaotic, and Heidi has well and truly run out of f**ks to give.
When her menopause symptoms skyrocket, Heidi dives headfirst into a sea of comically contradictory advice, absurd doctors’ appointments, and the wild world of online support forums that range from cult-like to totally bloody batshit.
The last straw comes when Heidi receives a patronising company-wide email from HR supporting ‘women of a certain age’. Heidi accidentally hits ‘reply all’ when calling out the bullshit and suddenly finds herself the inadvertent face of the menopause in her office…
My thoughts:
Harper Ford’s Hot (not bothered) is a laugh-out-loud journey into the menopause that had me howling with laughter more than once.
Heidi’s sharp wit and hilarious inner thoughts kept me eagerly turning the pages, curious to see what she’d say next. The bond between Heidi and her ex-husband Geoff, along with the friendships they share with their neighbours added a lot of heart to the story. The characters are wonderfully diverse, the colleagues who come together to form the M&Ms are very different yet the friendship that grows is something else, making the relationships feel authentic and relatable.
Ford expertly balances humour with more sobering moments – of which there are many – giving the book depth without losing its lighthearted tone. I found myself not just laughing but also reflecting on some of the insightful commentary on coming to terms with being perimenopausal. Whether it’s the opening kitchen scene or Heidi’s inner monologues, this story is packed with memorable moments.
Ford’s writing is sharp, well-researched, and relatable, making it easy to get lost in Heidi’s world. If you’re looking for an enjoyable, funny, and thought-provoking read, Hot (not bothered) is a perfect choice. An absolute gem for anyone wanting a fun and honest take on the ups and downs of being a middle-aged woman facing the menopause. Highly recommend!
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I applied for, and received, a copy of this digital edition via NetGalley and Avon Books UK. I have also pre-ordered a copy of the paperback for myself and a friend which I look forward to receiving on publication day.
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