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From Jennifer Weiner comes a story of two sisters with nothing in common but a love for shoes learn they are more alike than they thought possible.
Meet Rose Feller, a thirty-year-old high-powered attorney with a secret passion for romance novels. She has an exercise regime she's going to start next week, and she dreams of a man who will slide off her glasses, gaze into her eyes, and tell her she's beautiful. She also dreams of getting her fantastically screwed-up, semi-employed little sister to straighten up and fly right.
Meet Rose's sister, Maggie. Twenty-eight years old and drop-dead gorgeous. Although her big-screen stardom hasn't progressed past her left hip's appearance in a Will Smith video, Maggie dreams of fame and fortune -- and of getting her big sister on a skin-care regimen.
These two women, who claim to have nothing in common but a childhood tragedy, DNA, and the same size feet, are about to learn that they're more alike than they'd ever imagined. Along the way, they'll encounter a diverse cast of characters -- from a stepmother who's into recreational Botox to a disdainful pug with no name. They'll borrow shoes and clothes and boyfriends, and eventually make peace with their most intimate enemies -- each other.
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"Everyone knows this title because it's been made into a movie starring Cameron Diaz, Toni Collette and Shirley Maclaine. I've not seen the movie, which I intend to remedy one way or the other.[return][return]Rose Feller is a successful lawyer - 30 years old, a bit on the frumpy side and quite proper. She wishes that her sister Maggie would find herself a nice guy for once and get a steady job.[return][return]Maggie is drop dead gorgeous and irresponsible. She wishes that Rose would mind her own business. She also has a learning disability which might explain her inability to keep a job and use what she has to get what she wants.[return][return]They share very little in common except a childhood tragedy and the same shoe size.[return][return]After the Fellers are forced to live together, Maggie proceeds to turn her sister's life upside down; making her laugh, sharing some nice sister moments, stealing her money, her shoes and eventually, Jim - the man Rose is working so hard to maintain a relationship with. Rose walks in on them and throws them both out of her apartment.[return][return]Rose wallows in her misery and finally take an indefinate leave of absence from work (and from Jim). For once in her life, she follows her impulses and does something difference, gaining a change in outlook.[return][return]Maggie stows away in a university, sneaking into classes and slowly teaching herself how to read. The reckless girl, guilty over upsetting her sister and knowing that she won't be forgiven so easily, gradually grew a conscience and a few responsible bones in her body.[return][return]An enstranged and very guilty grandmother enters the picture, with her side of the story to the childhood tragedy. [return][return]The book synopsis suggests that there are only two main characters but grandmother Ella also plays a a main part. Their stories start out separately, but by the end of the book, it all comes together.[return][return]Good 'chick lit' is hard to find, but one of the main reasons why I like Jennifer Weiner is because her characters are not limited to unbelievably gorgeous girls with the vital statistics of a toothpick. Neither are they about fat girls who miraculously lost all their weight and found happiness in the end (boy, that sends a wonderful message, doesn't it?)[return][return]At the end of the day, I'm fond of books that places me in serious danger of losing my page when I roll over laughing, and "In Her Shoes" is one of them.[return][return](2006)"
— Gette (4 out of 5 stars)
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"Like spending time with an understanding friend who has a knack for being great company."
— People -
"Irresistible."
— Washington Post -
"Another exuberantly confident offering…Weiner, a marvelously natural storyteller, blends humor and heartbreak to create an irresistible novel."
— Publisher's Weekly -
"If chick lit is indeed a genre, Weiner is creating a smarter, funnier subspecies...[She] is a sharp observer of the frustrations of blood ties."
— Philadelphia Inquirer -
"Weiner's second novel is every bit as enjoyable and moving as her first."
— Booklist -
"A novel that satisfies on many levels."
— Library Journal
In Her Shoes Listener Reviews
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" My favorite of Weiner's books. Her strongest plot and characters. I like the movie too, but not as much because they left out the part at Princeton. "
— Marshaferz, 2/20/2014 -
" Loved the book and the movie (but of course the book is ALWAYS better!!) Anyone with sister can identify with these characters!! There is nothing like love for a sister!! "
— Leigh, 2/18/2014 -
" I really enjoyed reading this book and following both of the characters' journeys. I was excited to read the part when they finally find out about their grandmother and how that brought the two girls back together. "
— Amber, 2/15/2014 -
" Just not for me. I was wondering what happened to the unruly sister more than the main character. Why do we seek out the bad seed? But that's where it left me. I closed the book and thought, "What about the sister??? " "
— Stacy, 2/11/2014 -
" One of the few that I was able to equally enjoy the book and the film version. I'm not even sure which I liked better. "
— Laura-Jane, 2/9/2014 -
" Only bought and read the book because it was about shoes ... the story held nothin special ... typical tale of two confused sisters waiting for answers of life ... !!! "
— Samra, 2/7/2014 -
" Very cute enjoyable book. "
— Judy, 2/6/2014 -
" I loved this book. It was touching and loving and poignant. The characters were relatable and real. A must-read! "
— Gabriel, 1/16/2014 -
" the movie was awesome as well! "
— Judy, 1/3/2014 -
" Enjoyable!! I can't wait to read more of Jennifer Weiner's books!! I just went to paperback swap and put lots of them on my wish list!! YAY! "
— Karla, 1/2/2014 -
" I liked the movie better. I think that the movie expanding more on outside characters like Louis and Simon. "
— Angela, 12/29/2013 -
" Far, far better than the movie. Worth the read! "
— Shayna, 12/25/2013 -
" I read this for my book club recently. I really enjoyed it. My favorite character was Mrs. Lefkowitz! Fun book, good movie too! "
— Alisa, 12/6/2013 -
" This book surprised me. Touching story of two very opposite sisters, one who has her life together and one who seems to be a huge manipulator and screw up. They find that they really need each other to face the world together. Much better than the movie. "
— Ruby, 11/27/2013 -
" Wat a fabulous and fun read! I cannot wait to read her other work. "
— Kennda, 11/22/2013 -
" Enjoyed it - quick, summer read... now I wonder if the movie is still on demand? I can finally watch it now that I've read the book. "
— Lynn, 11/11/2013 -
" Yeah, took me awhile on this one. Decent at best. "
— Mikaila, 6/16/2013 -
" I am totally shocked that I am saying this but the movie was better than the book. "
— Bonnie, 6/1/2013 -
" Really enjoyed this story of loveand friendship between two sisters! "
— Ejjjchess, 2/14/2013 -
" Very easy, fun read, like many of her books. Not a story that sticks with you particularly, but that's ok. They don't all have to be. The story itself is a little improbable in that romanticized sort of way, but who cares. Sometimes that's what I want on a cold day. "
— Kelli, 1/28/2013 -
" I know what you're thinking - fun read AND tear-jerker? That can't be right. This book is a great blend of both. The characters are lovable and the plot is entertaining. And it goes without saying, the book is better than the movie. "
— Louisa, 11/22/2012 -
" In Her Shoes is a feel good book, a must read for every 20 somethings out there. After reading the book you'll surely think of the answer to the question "What would you really want to do with your life?" "
— A.M., 9/22/2012 -
" Superisingly entertaining "
— Andie, 3/15/2012 -
" I loved this book in the movie she is so sexy and the book is 1000000000000000 times better than the movie but they are both amazing! "
— Briana, 12/5/2011 -
" would do a 3.5....good summer read about sisters. didn't realize there was a movie! "
— Amanda, 11/22/2011 -
" Funny and I can see this really happening... "
— Teresa, 9/23/2011 -
" A quick and easy read. Nothing too memorable about it though. "
— Sofia, 9/10/2011 -
" Excellent, thought provoking, emotional story that will make you want to punch a wall. The movie was a joke compared to Jennifer's amazing storytelling capabilities. "
— Brooke, 7/29/2011 -
" I liked this book, but not a favorite of Jennifer Weiner's. I didn't see the movie either. "
— Nancy, 5/24/2011 -
" 508th - 2011<br/><br/>Kedua kakakku dan ibuku bisa sharing koleksi sepatu... cuma aku yang kakinya dua nomor lebih kecil... ;( "
— Threez, 5/10/2011 -
" Very touching about sisters and their relationships. <br/>Grab the kleenex. "
— Helen, 5/9/2011 -
" This was a good book, for sure- but I can honestly say for the first time- the movie was better than the book! "
— Amanda, 5/3/2011 -
" Not my favorite Jennifer Weiner book, but still amazing "
— Renee, 5/3/2011 -
" Cute, hard for me to get into chick books though! "
— Krystal, 5/3/2011 -
" Loved it even before it became a movie. But I have to say the movie followed very closely! Great casting. "
— Wendy, 4/28/2011 -
" Two sisters who think they only have each other are always at odds. <br/>One sister drove me nuts but loved this book all the same! "
— Dragonfly, 4/27/2011 -
" Really enjoyed getting to know the characters and follow their transformation. "
— Sortie, 4/26/2011 -
" I liked the book! The movie did it no justice. I highly recommend this one "
— Tahmeka, 4/2/2011
About Jennifer Weiner
Jennifer Weiner is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of twenty-one books, including In Her Shoes, which was made into a major motion picture starring Cameron Diaz. She has appeared on many national television programs, including Today and Good Morning America, and her work has been published in the Wall Street Journal and New York Times, among other newspapers and magazines. Visit her online at JenniferWeiner.com.
About Karen Ziemba
Karen Ziemba is an Earphones Award-winning narrator and a Tony Award-winning actor, singer, and dancer. In 2000 she received the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress, along with the Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle awards, starring in Susan Stroman and John Weidman’s hit musical Contact. She also starred as “Roxie Hart” in Chicago and “Rita Racine” in Steel Pier, for which she received her first Tony award nomination as well as Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle nominations. She is also active on tours to American cities and has made appearances in television series dramas.