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Anne Lamott’s raucous novel of lives gathered around Jessie’s Café.
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"I feel like I got to understand one perspective on Marin County, CA, as it morphed into the 1960s. I admire Lamott's ability to completely take on the her main character's state of mind in a way that feels very real to me. The relationship in limbo she depicts is right on. "
— Karen (4 out of 5 stars)
Joe Jones Listener Reviews
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" I liked this book. I need more than 5 stars. It's not as good as some other books that I've given 4 to, but it's still a worthwhile read, and well written book. "
— John, 2/19/2014 -
" Interested in more of Lamott's work. This book was a bit too whimsical and predictable for my tastes. Great snapshot of the Bay Area. "
— Courtney, 2/11/2014 -
" I'm an Anne Lamott fan- from her funky hair dreads to her hip writing style. She meanders her way through everyday lives of some pretty strange people- most of whom I liked. I was glad it didn't end with Louise taking back Joe the philandering Jerk- boy does this guy have issue or what?? I'll definately pick up another Lamott (wish she made the 1001 books to read before you die list. I hate to wander of my list but I need to once in awhile!) "
— Jean, 2/9/2014 -
" I really came to care about the characters who hang out at jessie's cafe. Lamott's beautiful use of language only enhances this read. "
— Steph, 1/28/2014 -
" This was very hard for me to get through - very disjointed and the characters were very strange. If I wasn't the kind who has to finish a book once I start I would have put it down but I have to finish what I start sooooo...would not recommend tho "
— Natalie, 1/17/2014 -
" The maturing author. "
— Susan, 1/13/2014 -
" Not bad, but kind of disappointing. Sounded like it could be so charming. "
— Rachel, 12/15/2013 -
" My favorite Lamott novel - the characters are made perfect by their flaws. "
— Mary, 12/10/2013 -
" my idea of a "beach read"...about a likeable group of friends in a small town cafe. Prefer Anne Lamott's non-fiction. "
— Margie, 12/6/2013 -
" I just remember loving her characters. They were tangible and lovable. "
— Rachel, 11/17/2013 -
" I usually love Anne Lamott's writing and I so wanted to love this book. But somehow, I just couldn't get into it. I'll probably give it another try in 6 months or more (it could've just been the timing). "
— Robin, 11/14/2013 -
" didn't finish it. It did not hold my attention. "
— Kathryn, 7/7/2013 -
" Just couldn't finish it. Sad to say. Love her nonfiction, though. "
— Tina, 3/18/2013 -
" If you liked Bird By Bird, you won't like this very much. "
— Amy, 10/12/2012 -
" Needed a book to listen to. Almost gave up on this one several times, but hung in because Lamott has been recommended to me by a friend whose reading tastes I respect. "
— Brenda, 10/6/2012 -
" While the plot wasn't the most exciting, I was really let into the lives of the diner groupies. (I guess that was sortof the point...) A little depressing, but genuine and true. "
— Meredith, 5/17/2012 -
" This tome is to prove that Anne Lamott is only human, not her best work. "
— Grace, 5/3/2012 -
" A novel about loneliness and community "
— Tara, 4/3/2012 -
" Not my favorite Anne Lamott. Whereas my father-in-law thought it got much better after a slow start, I loved the first half and slogged through the second. Maybe someone else will find it the perfect book? "
— Kellyann, 3/16/2012 -
" My least favorite of all of her books. "
— Carmen, 2/2/2012 -
" Easy to listen to as an audiobook. It has a variety of quirky characters and touches on different life and death philosophies. "
— Linda, 1/5/2012 -
" I really enjoyed this book. Extremely light reading. Made me smile and often laugh out loud. Fun reading a book that has a setting that you know well- the Bay Area. Just a good read. "
— Glenda, 10/9/2011 -
" I'm sure many of you are familiar with Anne Lamott's work in Traveling Mercies and others. I live her novels too, mostly written back in the 80s. This one is a fun read as are her series of "Rosie" novels. "
— Gwen, 9/2/2011 -
" Couldn't get through it.. "
— Wendy, 6/17/2011 -
" I really enjoyed this book. Extremely light reading. Made me smile and often laugh out loud. Fun reading a book that has a setting that you know well- the Bay Area. Just a good read. "
— Glenda, 6/15/2011 -
" My least favorite of all of her books. "
— Carmen, 5/3/2011 -
" This was very hard for me to get through - very disjointed and the characters were very strange. If I wasn't the kind who has to finish a book once I start I would have put it down but I have to finish what I start sooooo...would not recommend tho "
— Natalie, 4/4/2011 -
" Quirky characters, and somehow I could not pin point the locale or anyone's heritage...my imagination placed them in a much less populated area, like an island. The title too influenced my perception of who these people were. Was occasionally moved by the story. "
— Dvv, 3/25/2011 -
" It was OK, I love a good ending, but this was rather sad. <br/>T "
— Tracy, 1/22/2011 -
" If you liked Bird By Bird, you won't like this very much. "
— Amy, 1/1/2011 -
" Not my favorite bookby Anne Lamott "
— Cristan, 12/31/2010 -
" A novel about loneliness and community "
— Tara, 12/8/2010 -
" Not my favorite Anne Lamott book. The overall story way well written as all of Lamott's books are, but it was rather a "slice of life" than anything with a plot to it. It was a story of family, love and taking care those one loves - and that's always good. "
— Jean, 7/14/2010 -
" A good novel - read the synopsis for more information. Anne Lamott is a wonderful author. You won't be disappointed. "
— Shareen, 4/16/2010 -
" Not bad, but kind of disappointing. Sounded like it could be so charming. "
— Rachel, 4/14/2010 -
" I usually love Anne Lamott's writing and I so wanted to love this book. But somehow, I just couldn't get into it. I'll probably give it another try in 6 months or more (it could've just been the timing). "
— Robin, 3/26/2010
About Anne Lamott
Anne Lamott is the author of twenty books, including nonfiction and novels and several New York Times bestsellers. She is a past recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship and is an inductee to the California Hall of Fame.
About Barbara Rosenblat
Barbara Rosenblat, one of the most awarded narrators in the business, was selected by AudioFile magazine as one of the Golden Voices of the Twentieth Century. She has received the prestigious Audie Award multiple times and has earned more than fifty AudioFile Earphones Awards. She has also appeared in film, television, and theater, both in London’s West End and on Broadway.