The Opposite of Fate (Abridged) Audiobook

" This book really gave you an interesting veiw of Amy Tan's life. If you have read any of her books and then read this you really see a lot of similarities between the other books and this one. "

" Funny, insightful, and delightful. "

" Loved this insightful look into the author and her work! "

" So far, I am finding this book fascinating! What a life her mother led, and how she influenced her daughter in Chinese fate, superstition, warnings, expectations, etc. is remarkable. We are lucky that Amy Tan writes for us so we can take a peep into her complicated background. "

" I actually found this easier to read and more enjoyable than her novels, which are good but sometimes drag a bit. "

" This book contains thoughts by Ms Tan about her writting, career etc, one can gain some insights about how she came to write the books that she has written as well as how her career has developed as a result. "

" A fascinating memoir. Left me amazed at the resilience of the human spirit and especially impressed with Amy Tan. I've heard of Amy Tan but had not read any of ther fiction. That will change. "

" Personal, intentional prose, wonderful reflections on writing and writers. Open and soulbaring, yet carefully so. It left me with an unexpected feeling of connection and sharing. "

" First autobio I've read for fun. It was good. Amy Tan has lime disease. "

" I love Amy Tan, well everything but her love for Vladimir Nabokov. Full of great nuggets and insight. "

" I really like Amy Tan. This book, a collection, of her writings gave me more insight into her background and where she gets her inspirations. There were some interesting parts, some just okay parts and some downright scary parts. "

" Not the exact title of the book I read, but explains more of the content......great to learn from the "musings of a writer" "

" A wonderfully written memoir from one of my favorite authors. "

" A collection of essays. I enjoyed hearing about Tan's life, her sad and interesting childhood, and more of her mother, who is entertaining from a distance (I'm glad she wasn't my mother). Fans of her fiction will find plenty to love here. "

" These are fascinating essays about the dichotomy of fate and faith. She talks about the uncanny happenings that brought about her novels. Even if you haven't read the novels, you can enjoy the essays. "

" I bought this book after hearing Tan speak at Guildford College. She is a very interesting woman and a gifted writer. "

" after reading many of her novels, this memoir gave more depth into her writings. "

" Since I have read (or listen to audio) most of her books, I was interested in Amy Tan's life and how she came to write her novels. I enjoy listening to Amy Tan's audio books because she reads them with just the right Chinese accent and/or broken English of her characters. "

" I listened to this book. It was read by the author. I enjoyed her revelations about why she writes, but most of all I enjoyed her corrections to errors in her history put forth by people on the internet, in scholarly papers, and in interviews. "

" I really enjoyed it; Amy Tan had a really interesting life and it helps explain what happens in some of her books, such as "The Bonesetter's Daughter." I recommend both books! "

" This book reminded me why I like Amy Tan. If you are a fan it is a good book to read. She gives her own insights and inspirations to her books in a very down to earth way. And her writing style is just so enjoyable. "

" So far it's ok, I've been picking it up and putting it down for a while.I can see from reading this non fiction book by Amy Tan where she gets some of the inspiration for her fiction novels. "

" As always, love Amy Tan's writings. I liked how this was stories about her real life. "

" I don't usually read memoirs, but this book sucked me in and held me. It's worth reading if you're a mother, a daughter, interested in writing, or interested in Chinese-Americans. "

" I can really get into biographies, and while this isn't exactly a biography, the collection of essays and other items Tan collected here did tell her story pretty well. It was a really interesting read. One I think people would probably like even if they haven't read her fiction. "

" I own this book but haven't had a chance to read it yet :( "

" For anyone who enjoys Tan's novels, this book is very informative in the construction of them. It also provides insight into the sometimes cross-purposes of a mother and daughter relationship. Opportunities for misunderstanding abound, yet we continue to overcome them with loyalty and love. "

" after reading many of her novels, this memoir gave more depth into her writings. "

" Am enjoying this so far... I have a lot of congruities with Tan, while having absolutely nothing in common. Loving the read, though, one of the few I've wanted to slow down and savor. "

" I really enjoyed it; Amy Tan had a really interesting life and it helps explain what happens in some of her books, such as "The Bonesetter's Daughter." I recommend both books! "

" Although not my favorite work of hers, Amy Tan still managed to infuse both her characteristic humor and profundity of thought in this collection of musings. "

" Taking my time getting through this one. Parts of this are very good. Like the sarcastic wit. Other parts are repetitive as it is a collecton of writings. "

" As always, love Amy Tan's writings. I liked how this was stories about her real life. "

" I just finished reading this book and I just loved it. I'm naturally a rather nosy person and reading this book was like talking to Amy Tan and having a good conversation over dinner. I will be recommending this to other people. "

" It's a little odd that I read this, since I've never read any of her other books. But I really liked it, so now I'll have to! "

" This is a must-read for any fan of Amy Tan. Through her non-fiction writing, it provides a deep portrait of the author and elucidates her wonderful fiction. I believe this book is best read AFTER reading her novels. "

" I really like Amy Tan's books, but this gave me more of a glimpse into her life as a friend, daughter, and writer. I felt like she was sitting at my kitchen table chit-chatting with me. Some of the pieces are short--1-2 pages--while others are longer. This will stay in my permanent library! "