Abridged Audiobook
The story was good on so many levels. Terry McMillan's story celebrates the dynamics present in multi-generational families. The situations are real ones faced by families. The two sisters that braided hair reminded me of my experiences with some of the young women who braided my hair. The narrator rated three stars. Listening to her made me think she was being forced to read this book against her will. Unfortunately, she never made the story leaf off the pages. I almost didn't finish it, but Terry McMillan wrote it so, I knew that there was value in listening. The performance lacked genuine heartfelt emotions, with one or two exceptions. If the character was angry or had an attitude problem, then the narrator was believable. Why did the narrator choose voices for Marilyn's and Leon's mother's that sounded like they belonged to fragile and tired 80 and year old women, not 60+ year old women?
It was suggested to me as a good book. It was "ok". Too predictive for my tastes; you knew what was going to happen before you got there.
If you can get past Terry McMillians signature cursing characters, the story is interesting. This one was similar to others I have read where there is serious men bashing. Glad I rented and purchased this one.
Good book on real life issues. Really appreciated both view points on failing realationships (husband and wife) leaving no excuses in the natural though its a fictional book. Enjoyed the sisterhood displayed as well, nice touch
I couldn't get into this one. The author is someone I really like, but I couldn't identify with this storyline.
I love this author. Terry McMillan's style is so completely genuine and down to earth, it's refreshing. As with all of her books, she consistently demonstrates her magical ability to bring all of the characters to life. This book includes the 'laugh out loud' scenes as well as the ones that make you feel like your heart's stuck in your throat. Listening to this book made me look forward to getting back in my car and driving more -- and I hate driving (living in Southern California, you can understand why). The reader was also excellent- her accents were perfect and helped to develop each character's distinct personality. Audiobooks should try to acquire all of McMillan's work.
This was very "Terry McMillan" in style. Three friends, middle class, etc. I enjoyed it, especially the mother-in-law, but there were few surprises and the plot was thin in places. The first half was much stronger than the second half which takes place while the central character's husband is out of town. A good diversion, pleasant enough for its type.
Excellent Book! The characters were very well developed and the story line was interesting. I didn't want it to end and I loved the way the characters grew.
This was an excellent book. Especially for those of us pushing 40...Great, Great, Great.
As excepted Terry McMillen does a wonderful job. What woman hasn't felt this way at one time or another when facing a crossroad in her life? She sure does keep it together given the circumstances in her life. Keep up the good work.
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