The Girls from Ames: A Story of Women and a Forty-Year Friendship Audiobook

" Thought the story was lame and not particularly well written. "

" AA good, quick read, although not something that I couldn't put down. "

" I enjoyed the book. Having been born during the 1960's I can relate to the things the girls experienced. My only regret? Sadness lies in not experiencing the large group of friends like these women did. "

" Really liked it, but got a little tired of the author speaking for the "girls", as if they were his characters. "

" So so .. lost interest in the end. Drawn out and not enough material to keep me involved in the story. "

" Ok. Liked the story about the girls. Interesting that that particular group was chosen. "

" A good read about a close knit group of friends that stay in touch for more than 30 years. I grew up at a similar time and place. Lots of good memories. "

" Fun story. If you've got a close group of girlfriends, this book will be much appreciated as it takes friendships over the course of time and details how they change, grow, and still continue. "

" took me a long time to finish because its not super compelling but the story of their friendship hit home. "

" Read it for a book club. Don't have much in common with this cast of characters. I didn't like the book for that reason, but it ended up sparking a lot of book club discussion - probably why I have it three instead of two stars. BUT it was a super easy read. "

" A little disappointing. I don't think Zaslow really gets below the surface of these women's stories, with a few exceptions. "

" Loved all the details about Ames and Minnesota! Highly recommend! made me really appreciate the friendships I have! "

" A great look at the relationships that women make and need. This true story inspired me to honor the women that are so much a part of my life. I did, however, have to keep returning to the photo page to keep each of the 11 women apart! "

" part memoir part research project.....not really digging it too much! "

" It was okay. Not nearly as heartfelt as I had hoped! "

" It was a great book, I would suggest it to my friends. I would like to re-read it in my mid-40s, though, since the last section was less relatable. "

" Jeff Zaslow recently wrote a great article on Men's Friendships and how they differ from those amongst women. It intrigued me enough to want to check out his take on Women's friendships. "

" A feel good book about college reunions with friends throughout a lifetime. "

" A tribute to the value and virtue of having genuine girlfriendships that endure all which life throws your way. "

" I thought it would be a great book about friendship but I just couldn't get through it. "

" A great book about true friendships. I enjoyed reading about all the girls and how they continued to stay friends throughout the years. The stories you read about each of the girls will make you laugh or cry. A book that will make you reflect on the friendships you have. "

" I really enjoyed this book. It was slow at times, but I could relate to the women in the story and it was very moving. How wonderful to have a group of girlfriends that stay connected for so many years. "

" A really good book about a lifelong friendship between 11 girls. Makes me wish I had taken better care of my own friendships. "

" I really liked this book especially being from Iowa. It reminded me of growing up there and the things I used to do in small town. The friendships these woman have are very powerful! "

" I loved the story and learning about the lives of these women, but I didn't like the writing style. A quick and enjoyable/emotional read. "

" It was a really good idea but I don't think the group of friends picked was the right group. The book focused on a few individuals and touched on others, giving me the impression that not all of the friends were on board with revealing their personal lives. "

" This book for me just made me homesick for Ames. I didn't think it was written very well, but the idea that that many women could/would be friends for so long is pretty amazing. "

" I loved this book! I could relate to many of the girls and their relationships, as I, myself, have a 30+ year relationship with a group of friends. This book was well written and a fun parallel to my own life and friendships. A great read fir anyone who has had life-long friends! "

" cute book for those with a great group of girlfriends! "

" I read this because it was the book club's choice. "

" Eleven childhood friends and their journey together through life and into their forties. "

" A book every woman needs to read. My copy is covered in underlined sentences, phrases and circled words. My own thoughts on how it relates to my life written in the blank spaces. "

" everything is possible. 11 girls can remain their friendship. why? how? where? when? READ IT! it's easy to read. i enjoyed it! "

" I went into this book with high expectations, but they were never realized. The writing seemed dry, almost as if I was reading a news article about the women, and I just couldn't relate to them or their lives. "