Just Don't Ask Us What We Do All Day: Stories

by Kelly E. Hill

224 pages, Paperback

Expected publication March 30, 2027

Reviews

[bunnyrat3000 · Rating 3 out of 5]

This collection of short stories was a good read, though a bit disjointed at times. I have often loved interconnected short stories with a theme, and while reading, definitely found myself comparing some of the darker stories to that of Claire Keegan's "So Late in the Day." I think because of this connection at times I wished the feminist themes were a bit more overt, but overall I did like them, especially those that were told from multiple perspectives, like Peter & Ellen's affair. I also found myself wishing less of the stories were about affairs? At least 50% of them either were at the beginning or evolved into them... But overall this is a read I would recommend to those interested in a women-centered short story collection.

Thank you to Netgalley for this advanced copy in exchange for an honest review!

[Ashley · Rating 3 out of 5]

I received an advanced copy of this collection from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I enjoyed reading these short stories, though my preference for certain entries over others led to a 3-star rating. I appreciated how several stories shared a through-line, offering multiple perspectives on connected character arcs. However, keeping track of recurring characters occasionally got confusing, and I found myself re-reading sections to stay oriented. Readers who enjoy dark humor, absurd scenarios, or sharp explorations of socio-cultural influences on women will find plenty to appreciate here.