Devera had begun to think that her life would never change—but be careful what you wish for. . . . Lorna Landvik, (Patty Jane's House of Curl) creates another story of brilliant wit and amazing resonance.
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"After reading some pretty dark and serious books lately, I needed a quick, light read and Lorna Landvik is perfect for that. Enjoyed her "Patty Jane's House of Curl" a few years ago and this book is similar. Told from the viewpoints of five people...two married couples and the daughter of one of the couples...the title refers to a little club Dick built in his basement for the enjoyment of his friends. Some teen angst, a couple of affairs, a beating, a serious accident, doesn't make it sound like a 'light read' exactly, does it? But toss in some humor and simple lives in a small town and it is a pleasant and quick diversion of a read."
— Cindy (4 out of 5 stars)
" While not as good as "Oh My Stars", I enjoyed this book and thought the characters were well written. "
— Julie, 2/13/2014" another good one by Landvik. I really like her characters. "
— Peggy, 2/12/2014" She has written several great books, I don't know why this is the only one that slotted up but of you are fortunate enough to find a book by her, grab it! You will be in for a treat! "
— Jonna, 2/11/2014" I have loved all the other Lorna Landvik books I've read to date. But this one left me feeling disappointed. Most of the characters had little in the way of redeeming qualities, so it was hard for me to have any empathy for them. Definitely not among my favorites. "
— Heather, 2/8/2014" This is the third book I've read of hers. They are stand alone books. I've enjoyed them enough to search for her other books. "
— E, 2/5/2014" The first few chapters of her books, it is hard to figure out who people are. I like how her characters aren't perfect but you still like them (most of them) "
— Sue, 2/5/2014" Thoroughly enjoyed another Lorna Landvik novel (picked up 4 more at the library this afternoon). The end was one of those that left me with the impression that the author wasn't sure how to end it so she just ended it, right there. Yet, it worked. "
— Kimberly, 2/1/2014" I love Landvik's books. This is a fun one, written in several voices, changing view point, chapter by chapter. "
— Angela, 1/23/2014" Enjoyed to book, it is a quick read and an interesting story. "
— Drredman, 1/18/2014" Characters are clever and offbeat but not developed in great depth. A light read. Fun but not memoriable. I just read the book and already had to glance through to remind myself of the characters. "
— Mary, 1/14/2014" Even though I didn't love this as much as the two other Landvik books I've read, I'm still affectionate about it. Lorna Landvik's stories are my comfort food. I don't regret leaving Minnesota, but whenever I'm overwhelmed with irritation for New York City, her books are like a little hug from home. "
— Emily, 12/27/2013Lorna Landvik is the author of the bestselling novels Patty Jane’s House of Curl, Your Oasis on Flame Lake, and The Tall Pine Polka. She is also an actor, playwright, and proud hockey mom.