Unusual novel with characters inheriting mutations that turn them into other species. This book is about a recently married couple who learn that the Unusual novel with characters inheriting mutations that turn them into other species. This book is about a recently married couple who learn that the husband will turn into a shark. The story of the couple is very moving. The use of a non-existent mutation makes the situation easier to handle than a story involving a devastating medical condition would have been. But it is still sad. Highly recommend the audio edition. ...more
Loved listening to this story about India, an actress, and the important people in her life, including her children. The theme of the book is adoptionLoved listening to this story about India, an actress, and the important people in her life, including her children. The theme of the book is adoption and how it impacts lives and relationships. Patti Murin, the narrator, brings the characters alive. The audio also includes a lengthy conversation between Frankel, the author, and Murin, which adds a lot of value. ...more
The book is both a prequel and a sequel to There There. Part historical fiction, part contemporary fiction. This is literary fiction about Native AmerThe book is both a prequel and a sequel to There There. Part historical fiction, part contemporary fiction. This is literary fiction about Native Americans who end up living in Oakland, California. The writing is beautiful, but the main theme is very serious - addiction and its impact on family and other relationships. Although it can be read as a standalone, I recommend reading There There first. Rating 4.5 stars....more
Women”s fiction with substance. The novel tells the story of Frankie, a nursing school graduate, who serves as an Army nurse during the Vietnam War. TWomen”s fiction with substance. The novel tells the story of Frankie, a nursing school graduate, who serves as an Army nurse during the Vietnam War. The book details her life in Vietnam and the challenges she faces emotionally when her tour of duty ends. The author did thorough research, both in portraying the life of a nurse in Vietnam and the psychological state afterward. Frankie’s family relationships, romances and friendships are the focus, all of which are impacted by the war. ...more
**spoiler alert** The book is literary fiction about the impact of grief on a young woman who lost her brother when she was 12 and how it affects her **spoiler alert** The book is literary fiction about the impact of grief on a young woman who lost her brother when she was 12 and how it affects her life into her twenties. It is hard to discuss this book without spoilers. I was totally engaged by the book, but it is unusual and not for everyone....more
Love the Easy Rawlins character and the setting in 1969 Los Angeles. There are many characters, some of which are introduced in earlier books of the sLove the Easy Rawlins character and the setting in 1969 Los Angeles. There are many characters, some of which are introduced in earlier books of the series, and a complex plot that requires close attention. Race is an important part of the story....more
This is a coming of age story about Victoria, recently emancipated from foster care who loves flowers and gardening. The story is told in the first peThis is a coming of age story about Victoria, recently emancipated from foster care who loves flowers and gardening. The story is told in the first person, with the chapters alternating between Victoria’s present day life and those of her past. Victoria is a complex, memorable character. ...more
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