I just finished Definitely Thriving while visiting Montreal and was delighted to discover the author is Canadian—what a lovely surprise! I couldn’t stop laughing at the dark humor, dry wit, and self-deprecating writing style, which had me hooked from page one. The self-sabotaging plan to escape a marriage is unforgettable, and the so-called “eat, pray, love” attempt to figure out the next phase of life felt surprisingly relatable. I adored the strong female friendships, the unapologetically intrusive Korean landlord, the parental worries, and the awkward coworker dynamic. While I secretly wished for a different love interest, I still found myself rooting for the actual MMC by the end. What really stayed with me was how the story showed that thriving doesn’t always mean having it all figured out—sometimes it’s about stumbling forward, being misunderstood, and still finding a path that feels true. The unhinged yet comical setting played out like a K-drama starring a western FMC, and the brilliant writing style kept me turning pages, even waking up at 2 a.m. to read more. I’m still not sure how I feel about the ending, but maybe that’s the point—life is unresolved too. Highly recommend.

Thank you NetGalley and House of Anansi Press for the ARC!