Review: "A Love that Multiplies" by Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar

From Goodreads:  In this second book from the Duggars, they focus on the principles that equip them to face life's challenges—drawing from their most recent challenge with the 3-month premature birth of their newest child, Josie. They also share the new challenges their older children are facing as they prepare for adult life. Central to the book is a section on the principles that the Duggars have consistently taught their children. These simply worded principles are basic to the Duggar family and are shared in a way that other parents can incorporate in their own homes. A special chapter on homeschooling gives valuable information to parents who are considering this route or are already invested in it. The world continues to be amazed by their nineteen well-groomed, well-behaved, well-schooled children and their home life, which focuses on family, financial responsibility, fun—and must importantly, faith. The Duggars show how parents can succeed whether they’re rearing a single child or several.

My Thoughts:  I am kind of obsessed with the Duggars.  I think they are fascinating and I watch their show pretty regularly.  Their kids are smart and seem well-adjusted and Michelle seems like such a good mom.  That being said, I wasn't too crazy about this book.  If you have watched the show, especially recent seasons, then it is kind of a rehashing of what you have seen on tv.  There were a few chapters on how they homeschool their children and how they manage to keep their cool with 19 kids running around but there wasn't a lot of new information.  I was really hoping that there would be more of a discussion about how they deal with finances but that part was pretty brief.  I did enjoy the recipes interspersed throughout the book and the discussions about how they teach their children manners but overall, I wasn't wowed by the book.  If you watch the show, you may want to skip the book.  3 stars.