Beginner's Luck Audiobook (Unabridged)

" After not thinking I would like this, I loved it, especially the heroine. I want to be like Hallie! Emily, you will like it. "

" I usually stay away from coming of age type books, but this had some fun characters that made it worth reading until the very end. The author ruined the book for me by having the pinnacle point be at the girl's senior prom. Really?! First, it was out of character for the girl and second, are we women still that caught up in all the social expectations that the prom is the defining moment of a girl's teen years? "

" I think I laughed through this entire book. It's so captivating "

" I really, really loved this book. Quite a few times I laughed out loud. The characters were wonderful and lovable and I especially enjoyed the alcoholic chimpanzee. I would recommend this wholeheartedly. "

" I really like a lot of "teen" fiction. I picked this one up on a recommendation on Amazon. I found this book hilarious. I enjoyed the eccentric family that Hallie ended up living with during what became her final year of high school. A thoroughly enjoyable read! "

" Fabulously fun characters I really enjoyed spending time with. It felt sort of Mitford-y, with all of the memorable characters and small-town atmosphere, but not as wholesome. One of those books where not much happens and yet I'm riveted. "

" This was one of the best books I've read. The characters were delightful and quirky. Some parts were laugh-out-lo funny, while others, poignant. Highly recommended! "

" Awesome characters, wonderful coming-of-age storyline and a great read! "

" Very fun and original coming of age story for a young teen set in Ohio! "

" I liked this first book in the series, don't bother reading any of the others. It's a fun book...not serious at all. "

" Funny...a very independent 16 year old, who tries to be emancipated...who loves gambling, and is very good at it...great characters. "

" An entertaining read but I found the main character a bit pretentious for a teen. Some of her observations (and there are many) annoyed me. But the book is populated with other interesting folks. The situation seemed a bit contrived but the tale is colorful if a bit heavy handed. "

" I like this whole series, including Last Call, Hearts Desire, and The Big Shuffle. The main character is a quirky young girl who reminds me of the girl in Juno. The other characters are a hoot too. "

" A high school misfit who likes to gamble? I can relate. "

" I loved the characters and pace of this book. I didn't want it to end. Quick read. "

" This was such a fun book and the characters were entertaining. "

" One of my favorite books. I have probably read 5 times. "

" Picked this up at a charity book sale for $1--great bargain. Very fun book--quirky characters, good character and plot development. All-in-all a supremely enjoyable read. "

" This is a better than average beach read with quirky, fun characters that made me smile. It reminded me of Where the Heart Is, another feel good read that is reasonably well written. I will definitely look forward to reading another book by Laura Pedersen. "

" A very entertaining read. I loved the kooky characters and witty dialogue. It is one of my all-time favorites. "

" Despite language and adult themes, a book better suited for a teenager or young adult. "

" A fun read. Look forward to reading more of this series! "

" A HS girl who lives with an eccentric older lady and a church-going orangutan. "

" This is a better than average beach read with quirky, fun characters that made me smile. It reminded me of Where the Heart Is, another feel good read that is reasonably well written. I will definitely look forward to reading another book by Laura Pedersen. "

" This book was fun to read. There were many likable, quirky characters and I actually laughed out loud at times. After reading this one, I went on to read three more titles by this author and enjoyed every one. "

" Very fun and original coming of age story for a young teen set in Ohio! "

" This book took me a while to get into, but I really enjoyed the characters after a while. "

" Awesome characters, wonderful coming-of-age storyline and a great read! "

" A HS girl who lives with an eccentric older lady and a church-going orangutan. "

" Funny...a very independent 16 year old, who tries to be emancipated...who loves gambling, and is very good at it...great characters. "

" This book is hysterical but not as funny as "Last Call" Laura Pedersen has a talent for drawing wacky, loveable, and yet, entirely real characters. "

" A very entertaining read. I loved the kooky characters and witty dialogue. It is one of my all-time favorites. "