The Good Woman's Guide to Making Better Choices

4 Star Review

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Editorial Book Review:

By Richard Eubanks

Liz Foster's debut novel, The Good Woman's Guide to Making Better Choices, is a heartfelt journey through the eyes of Libby Popovic, a woman whose comfortable life falls apart all of a sudden. When her husband, Ludo, is jailed for financial fraud, Libby has to leave her life in the city and move to a goat farm in the country, where her true transformation begins. The book looks at issues of loyalty, resiliency, and the decisions we take that help to define us.

Foster’s writing shines in her portrayal of a woman grappling with the fallout of her husband’s deceit, while also seeking redemption and self-empowerment. Libby is a likable heroine who is imperfect yet driven to reconstruct her life. Foster masterfully catches the complexity of marriage, commitment, and the illusions we build about those we love. Libby's experiences with eccentric people give the book a layer of humor as she negotiates the ups and downs of country life, therefore rendering the book both interesting and fun.

Libby's return to simplicity and authenticity is symbolized by the setting of the goat farm, which is far removed from the glamour of city life. Foster uses this change in environment to highlight the contrast between the life Libby thought she wanted and the one she ultimately builds for herself, allowing readers to reflect on their own lives and the choices they make. This novel's exploration of self-discovery is one of its greatest strengths.

While the novel has its humorous moments, there’s a depth to the story that resonates with readers long after they’ve turned the final page. Libby’s journey is not just about survival but about reclaiming her sense of self-worth and learning that even in the face of adversity, it’s possible to find hope and joy. Liz Foster’s debut is a must-read for anyone who enjoys stories of personal growth, wrapped in wit and warmth.

About the Author 

Liz Foster

Liz Foster is a British-Australian fiction writer, known for viewing the world through a whimsical lens. After spending years doing various forms of business and professional writing, she transitioned to fiction seven years ago, inspired by a long period of convalescence. The shift marked a departure from editing lengthy documents, such as fifty-page reports for the Australian Taxation Office, which had lost its appeal.

For the past six years, she has been the author of a monthly column called Life’s Rich Pattern, published in the Village Observer, Lane Cove’s long-established local paper. The column focuses on everyday matters, like the dilemma of forgetting shopping bags. She has also contributed a few features and conducted interviews, and her past columns are available to read online.