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" Forgot that I read this one ages ago. "

" She's a great writer. These stories feel effortless, so easily and naturally told. I can't wait for her first full-length book to come out. I know one's in the works! "

" Collection of short stories that are largely about disaffected adolescents who are searching for something better beyond their circumstances. "

" One of my favorite short story collections of all time. I wish ZZ Packer would write something else! "

" The author was a classmate at Yale. Very likeable person, and great writing here. "

" brownies. that is all. "

" Picked it up because I was going to attend a workshop led by her. Don't regret either; book and workshop took my breath away. Best option for Updike fans looking for a new author to fall in love with "

" Really enjoyed this book! My favorite characters were Ray Bivens jr and Dina. "

" my friend erica sent this book to me and it reminds me so much of her and of anyone who has a way with words, where they just spill out in the right order and organize all your thoughts into one crystal-clear sentence. really, really brilliant "

" Fantastic story collection about race, sexuality, growing up and just trying your hardest to love life when it tends to regularly kick your ass. Loved this collection. "

" Outstanding collection. Want to read more of her work. "

" I was moved by each story. Sucked in and engrossed. I wouldn't have ended some the way that Packer did, but I enjoyed them all nonetheless. "

" Enjoyable as hell. But like in a good, swear word way. Not in a hellish way. "

" ZZ Packer writes marvelous short fiction. I highly recommend her work. "

" Didn't get to finish this before I had to return it, but the first few stories did grab me. An interestingly subtle sense of humor leavens the pain in these stories. "

" Just starting to read this book. Reading it for my book club. I've heard really good reviews on it. "

" One of the best short story collections that I've read. "

" I think I just discovered a new favorite writer "

" Strong prose and rich character. Great writing. I didn't fall in love with any of the stories, but I can sense in Packer the potential to turn me into a huge fan. "

" Fresh voice in short fiction. Loved the tone of the stories. "

" All-time favorite collection of short stories. Narrative tone is the whole ball of wax in my opinion. She's the best in that department. "

" This is an eclectic collection of shorts...mostly coming-of-age tales, in distinct, strong voices. Highly recommend this collection. ZZ Packer knows how to tell a tale. "

" As with any short story collection, my feelings are mixed about individual pieces. But there are a few really good ones. "

" Collection of short stories, some good, some not so much. "

" My absolute favorite story in this collection has to be "Brownies". It capture the innocence of childhood cruelety in the most heartbreaking, lucid way I've ever seen. "

" Picked it up in the library and read one story while there. I liked it, so I hope to read all of them. "

" Basically flawless. I was captivated. "

" Beautifully written. I love a good short story. While most of the stories were tragic and left me with a feeling of quiet despair, they also left me thinking. That takes talent. I look forward to more work from Ms. Packer. "

" Funny, poignant and memorable. A voice at once unique and universal. And even though I gladly would have spent a novel with most of these characters, at least their stories ended logically rather than abruptly like so many short stories do. "

" succinct, powerful writing from a woman who knows what she wants to say and says it well. "

" &quot;Brownies&quot; is one of the best stories about bigotry...ever. It's the reason I've eagerly returned to read the collection. <br/> <br/>I'll be back with a couple of comments on specific stories as I read. "

" I need a half-star. 3.5 for you, ZZ. "

" Excellent collection of short stories! "

" A great collection of stories. My persoonal favorite was 'Geese'. ZZ Packer is thoughtful with a dash of bkuntness.... "