Author Frankel writes with humor about the struggles most of us face daily, both big and small, including health crises, professional jealousy, snobby neighbors, the nature of female friendships, marriage bumps, spoiled kids, rude people who carry huge umbrella and talk in theaters. SO MUCH TO TALK ABOUT in this memoir, especially how women deal with the emotions most of us would rather not have at all, namely, anger, jealousy, guilt and shame. A journey of emotional honest and authenticity that every woman can relate to, that teaches how to be truly happy.

My personal opinion is that this book is great for intelligent women who are still pissed off at the world, specifically the people in it, for not following the rules. I saw Valerie's sentiments mirrored in my own mind, and it made me want to try harder to let go of some of my anger. I did speak to one person who had already reached and passed this point in her life, so her take on that book was more along the lines of "get over it already."

Reading It’s Hard Not to Hate You, is a little like going to confession and discovering you are not the only one in line. Valerie Frankel opens up both her soul and family to give an honest look at her own marriage, family life, and shortcomings. On the way, you will find it hard not to laugh and identify with her innermost insecurities. I totally loved this book and look forward to going back and reading her other volumes, including Thin is the New Happy.