The Leisure Seeker: A Novel Audiobook

" I loved this book. I laughed and cried and ... forgot about life for a while. Thank you book club! "

" This book really got to me. It is about an older couple taking their last trip together across the United States in their RV. Ella has cancer and John has Alzheimer's. Their children have forbidden them to go but John and Ella are tough old couple and off they go to enjoy their last vacation together. Their language tends to be colorful at times but if you can get past that it is an enjoyable book. "

" Maybe this book would have been better if it had been written from the author's male perspective...but I don't think he had the woman's voice or perspective at all. "

" This was a powerful, unforgettable book. Ella and John have been married for many years, and they decide to take one last vacation. A road trip from Michigan to CA with their final destination being Disney. We are taken on a state by sate journey and we find out the inner dynamics of a lifelong marriage. This put book put me through a whirlwind of emotions: it made me laugh, made me very sad and made me want to learn more about Route 66. I recommend this to anyone who likes road trip novels or a quick, powerful read. "

" Ella and John have been married for over sixty years. She now has advanced cancer and he has Alzheimers. The novel chronicles their trip across the country as they cover the old Route 66. But more than the trip, it covers their relationship and what sixty years can mean. "

" A sweet tale that looks at illness, aging and end-of-life choices, Ride along with Ella and John for one last road trip to the end of the line where they decide their own fate. Touching and funny. "

" I wish I had not started reading this book. But once I started I could not stop. It also made me glad that my father was not alive during the time that Alzheimers affected my mom. "

" This book blew me away with it's raw look at the end of life. While I really enjoyed the book, I would caution you that it's a very sad book. "

" I enjoyed this book. I was surprised by the ending. I never would have expected it. I like Ella she is strong and independent even though she is sick. "

" Frankly, an unlikely book to enjoy but I did. The characters were wonderful and I loved that I had no idea where it was going. Lots to think about. "

" Liked this one. Very quotable. "

" OMG- what a fabulous tale for seniors. 80 yr. old couple, he has alzheimers, she has inoperable cancer. They decide to buck everyone and go on one last road trip in their camper. A story of strength, love and family. "

" a real feel good book "

" I liked this book very much. Great characters and a heartbreaking look at what living with the love of your life who has alzheimer's could be like. Sad, hilarious, tender, and ultimately, a truly great love story. I would highly recommend this book. "

" Bonny and Clyde with dentures. "

" This could be one of the most romantic, most woderful amd most beautiful books i have ever read "

" While the characters were easy to love, the book moved a little slow in the beginning. The ending, however, will leave you speechless. "

" A senior married couple take off for one last trip down Route 66. She in the final stages of cancer, and he suffering from Alzheimer's. It is a feel-good kind of book for the most part that makes you appreciate the longevity of a comfortable relationship. "