So when searching the Kindle store for ideas for my latest read and coming across Shriver's latest offering I thought what a perfect combination - fiction by a strong writer and the topic of weight/diet.
Big Brother gives an insight into what it's like to find a member of your family morph from a successful, popular, confident and healthy individual into an unhappy, disappointed, obese human being.
From a family with links to the entertainment industry now instead in a newly formed setup surrounded by health and strict regime, Pandora is faced with a dilemma when her brother comes to stay and arrives as a completely different person to who she once knew.
I loved how this book tackled opinions and thoughts people go through when faced with the issue of weight and diet. All the complexities involved with eating, our own personal journeys and our prejudged views on those we come across who are different weight wise - whether that be severely obese or extremely emaciated.
In addition Shriver explores relationships in families and how much should you be expected to do for your fellow siblings and family members - who should take priority?
Admittedly I found the book a tad slow to staff with and was wary I'd made a bad judgment in my selection.
However once I got into it I didn't want to put the book down and found it impacting on my own health journey and dietary decisions. It has definitely made me over think my current exercise and eating routine over the last week (if that's possible as we all know how I like to over analyse as it is!
Good points
Tackles current issues
Gripping story
Not what you think (not saying anymore as I don't want to spoil it)
Great descriptions
Not so great
Slow starter
Sometimes I found the style a bit hard to keep track of but this typical of the author's approach
Might not leave you feeling super positive
At time it made me feel hungry (not good when you're trying to cut calories and be healthier!)
All in all definitely a recommended read.
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