Description
I'VE HAD IT UP TO HERE!
Book Summary
A hilarious and cathartic novel for any mother who has felt taken for granted by her family. Ciara, a mother of three ungrateful teenagers and wife to a rigid husband, grapples with menopause, a midlife crisis, and rock-bottom self-esteem. Her only refuge is her conversations with her mother's ashes. When she decides she has had enough, her family turns their backs on her, but Ciara embarks on a liberating mission: to fulfill her mother's final wish by scattering her remains from the Empire State Building. A journey that will bring back laughter, companionship, and, above all, herself.
What is it about?
Ciara is a woman trapped in the routine of caring for three ungrateful teenagers and an inflexible husband, while dealing with the changes of menopause and the feeling of invisibility that comes with turning fifty. Her only comfort is the daily chats she has with her mother’s ashes, the only conversations where she truly feels understood. Exhausted and with her self-esteem in tatters, she finally reaches her breaking point, causing her family to turn against her. At this turning point, Ciara decides to fulfill her mother’s final wish: to scatter her remains from the top of the Empire State Building. This journey turns into an unexpected adventure where she will find companionship, distraction, and, in the process, rediscover herself.
Main Themes
- Midlife crisis and menopause in women.
- Motherhood of teenagers and the feeling of family ingratitude.
- The social invisibility of women over fifty.
- Grief and the ongoing relationship with a deceased loved one.
- Female empowerment and the search for one's own identity.
- Humor as a survival tool in the face of adversity.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is recommended for mothers of teenagers who need a liberating and empathetic read, as well as for any woman who feels exhausted by family demands and is looking for a story that reflects her reality with humor and honesty. It is also ideal for readers of contemporary fiction who enjoy authentic, ironic female protagonists in the process of reinventing themselves.
What this book offers
- A candid, relatable take on family life and menopause that helps readers feel understood.
- A journey of self-discovery that inspires readers to prioritize their own happiness and personal desires.
- Moments of cathartic humor that turn the most frustrating situations into a fun and liberating read.
- A story of empowerment that proves it is never too late to change course and rediscover oneself.
Technical Details
- Author: Jackie Clune
- Publisher: Ediciones Versátil, S.L.
- Language: Spanish
- Genre: Modern and contemporary fiction
- Collection: Narrative
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: January 2022
- Number of pages: 344
- Weight: 642 g
Editorial Review
A novel that successfully combines sharp humor with the emotional weight of a life crisis. Jackie Clune builds a credible and relatable protagonist whom many readers will identify with. The plot, which starts from daily frustration and transforms into a liberating adventure, maintains a brisk pace and a lighthearted tone that invites reflection without losing a smile. Recommended for those looking for an entertaining, realistic read with a genuine message of personal growth.