I have been reading a lot lately. For the first time in my life I am reading more than one book at a time. I use it as a relaxation technique usually. Right before bed I engross myself in a book until my eyes get so tired I can't keep them open. Sometimes that takes 5 minutes, other times 55. It all depends on the day. The book I am reading has to have enough interest to take me away from my day, take me to a new place where I don't have to think about the things that are happening to me. Sometimes that doesn't take much.
This book took me a while to read. That might have been because I was reading something else at the time, or maybe because the story is told by a character that has Aspergers. His attention to detail, his formal speech, his schedules and his constant quirkiness is enough to confuse you while you read. He speaks very literally and sometimes is hard to follow. The entire time I was reading this book I thought of Sheldon from the Big Bang Theory (a very popular comedy on CBS). Don Tillman is Sheldon. I could hear Sheldon's voice in my head. Knowing that show and it's characters may be the reason I enjoyed this book so much, the difficulty included.
It's just makes you feel good at times because it shows a man who is different, who knows he's different, trying to do everything he can to be "normal" to impress a girl he can't even believe he likes. It all starts when a friend of his suggests that he would make a good mate. Before she makes the suggestion, Don hasn't even entertained the idea. He has always been Don, the alone scientist. He works at a university where he studies/teaches genetics. He has two friends, a husband and wife, he met while working. His mom calls every Sunday, but he is not close with his family. I think he mentions an older sister who died trying to have a child. He had an older neighbor in his apartment building he enjoyed spending time with, but she ends up getting Alzheimer's and ends up in a nursing home. It is her kind words to Don that gets him thinking. "Maybe I can find a Wife."
That begins the Wife Project. When you read about it, it will make you laugh. His idea of finding someone to spend his life with is comical. He creates a questionaire he thinks will find him the perfect wife. What he learns along the way about women, relationships and himself is the reason I kept reading.
This book is called the Rosie Project so obviously a girl name Rosie will enter the picture. She is a great character as well and the perfect match for Don as he struggles with finding a wife, and understanding himself. Don's story and his struggles give you something to root for. Even if he never finds a wife, he is working so hard to interact with people, to deviate a little from his scheduled activities, to relax a little instead of obsessing. His efforts are worth applause and the romantic comedy told at the same time just makes the book more worthy of your time. Make a minute and read the Rosie Project, before it hits the big screen.
#makeaminutefortheRosieProject
#dontillmanissheldoncooper
#readTheRosieProjectbeforeithitstheBIGscreen
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Girl on a Train: A whole lot of crazy that makes this a ride you never want to end
I don't usually advise people to do things, just because other people are doing it, but right now I am making an exception. You should Read Girl on a Train. I just recently finished, and posted on Facebook that I was done, and lo and behold, everyone I know is reading it. Imagine you sitting around reading a book, and several of your friends are reading the same book, probably at the same time. This only happens on the really popular books, and it makes reading exciting when you get caught up in the middle of the phenomenon.
I requested the book on my library's website, and used my 3 week lending period to enjoy the story. A story of a woman who sits on the train and creates a fantasy story from what she sees as she glances out the window. It's sad at first, you can tell right away her life is not what she dreamed it would be, so she daydreams on the train about others are living. Imagining a happy couple, experiencing a loving relationship. That fantasy gives her a reason to get out of bed, a reason to get on the train, a reason to keep going. It seems innocent at first, until her fantasy life, and her real life collide.
The collision is the heart of the book. It involves murder, manipulation, and madness. You see a woman who is lost and "crazy" go "crazy"trying to put all the pieces of the crime together. The characters are realistic, and the story you watch unfold as you read isn't that unlikely. A woman is missing, and Rachel who rides the train every day, gets herself into the middle of the investigation. You see Rachel feels close to the victim, because she has created a friendship in her mind. Rachel has seen the woman all the time from the train, so she thinks she can help police find her. What she doesn't know, is she can't see everything from that train window. It's what she doesn't see that ends up being a surprise for both Rachel and the reader.
There are twists and turns throughout the book, and the fact that Rachel has a drinking problem only adds to the mystery because her mind can't remember things as they really happened. There is lost time, and half memories. It's a puzzle for Rachel, and her pieces end up connecting to the missing woman's pieces and the tangled web makes for suspense and excitement.
If you are ready for a good book, the kind where you take the entire three week lending period to read it, because reading it too quickly means it will be over. It's the kind of book that brings excitement back to reading. I actually chose this book over the remote, and that is saying a lot for me. Trust me, Read Girl on a Train, you won't be disappointed. And if I haven't convinced you, then read Girl on a Train, everyone is doing it.
#GirlonaTrainWhenDaydreamsandRealityCollide
#ReadGirlonaTraineveryoneisdoingit
I requested the book on my library's website, and used my 3 week lending period to enjoy the story. A story of a woman who sits on the train and creates a fantasy story from what she sees as she glances out the window. It's sad at first, you can tell right away her life is not what she dreamed it would be, so she daydreams on the train about others are living. Imagining a happy couple, experiencing a loving relationship. That fantasy gives her a reason to get out of bed, a reason to get on the train, a reason to keep going. It seems innocent at first, until her fantasy life, and her real life collide.
The collision is the heart of the book. It involves murder, manipulation, and madness. You see a woman who is lost and "crazy" go "crazy"trying to put all the pieces of the crime together. The characters are realistic, and the story you watch unfold as you read isn't that unlikely. A woman is missing, and Rachel who rides the train every day, gets herself into the middle of the investigation. You see Rachel feels close to the victim, because she has created a friendship in her mind. Rachel has seen the woman all the time from the train, so she thinks she can help police find her. What she doesn't know, is she can't see everything from that train window. It's what she doesn't see that ends up being a surprise for both Rachel and the reader.
There are twists and turns throughout the book, and the fact that Rachel has a drinking problem only adds to the mystery because her mind can't remember things as they really happened. There is lost time, and half memories. It's a puzzle for Rachel, and her pieces end up connecting to the missing woman's pieces and the tangled web makes for suspense and excitement.
If you are ready for a good book, the kind where you take the entire three week lending period to read it, because reading it too quickly means it will be over. It's the kind of book that brings excitement back to reading. I actually chose this book over the remote, and that is saying a lot for me. Trust me, Read Girl on a Train, you won't be disappointed. And if I haven't convinced you, then read Girl on a Train, everyone is doing it.
#GirlonaTrainWhenDaydreamsandRealityCollide
#ReadGirlonaTraineveryoneisdoingit
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Me before You: A look at loving and letting go
I am sure you know this one. I felt like when I started telling people I read it, I had been living in a hole. A hole where popular books don't make it to me, until after the whole world has read it. So I read it anyway. Loved it. Told everyone else who lives in a similar hole to read it. I have decided it doesn't matter how the book title gets to you, or when the book was published.... it's just important that you enjoy it. There isn't enough time in life for books you don't enjoy.
That last phrase is new for me in 2015. I used to read a book from cover to end, no matter what. I can remember reading Eat Pray Love. (I know some of you will disagree) but that book was torture for me. I read it anyway. The Goldfinch, less trouble, but still took too much time to read. It wasn't easy. Not that every book should be, but when live is difficult and busy, a good book should not be.
So back to the reason for this blog: Me before you, by JoJo Moyes. Published in 2012.
That last phrase is new for me in 2015. I used to read a book from cover to end, no matter what. I can remember reading Eat Pray Love. (I know some of you will disagree) but that book was torture for me. I read it anyway. The Goldfinch, less trouble, but still took too much time to read. It wasn't easy. Not that every book should be, but when live is difficult and busy, a good book should not be.
So back to the reason for this blog: Me before you, by JoJo Moyes. Published in 2012.
Sometime the cover of the book helps you remember if intend to make a minute to read it.
Right from the beginning you meet and love Louisa Clark. She is a quirky girl who needs work. She has spent most of her life working for the Buttery Bun (a coffee shop from what I gather.) When the place closes she is forced to look for work and the whole thing makes her very nervous. She decides to apply for a job where she will help watch over a man in a wheel chair. The idea of the job doesn't really doesn't interest her, but the money she can't refuse. You see, Lou Clark is not only providing for herself, but she lives with and gives money to her parents. It doesn't take long to figure out they depend on her.
The job starts off rocky but it doesn't take long for you to see the relationship that grows between these two. It's very sweet and romantic while at the same time being tragic, because you know they can't be together in the way they both want. Without ruining the entire story, I will say I couldn't read this book fast enough. I loved her energy, and I loved his constant effort to try to squash it. The back and forth banter is very believable. This story is not a fairytale romance to get lost in, it's a reality tale to keep you grounded.
It will make you think about what you have, and how it can be lost. It will also teach you about love and how it comes in many shapes, sizes and personalities. A lesson in how sometimes people just show up in your life at the most inconvenient time and change the way you think about almost everything. When the book started Lou was one person, and when it ended she was someone bigger and better. With the help of her family, a job she was forced to take, and a man she learned to let go.
A read that I would recommend to anyone, at anytime. See if you can make a minute for this reality tale. I will drop a rope into your rabbit hole so you can climb out, or maybe someone can lower the book in.
#WaytogoJOJOMoyes #mebeforeyouisamustREAD
#makeaminutepleaseforMEBEFOREYOU
Thursday, January 8, 2015
Unbroken: See the movie and read the book
As soon as the movie came out over Christmas I had to see it. I read the book so long ago, but it was still fresh in my mind. This kind of story doesn't go away easy. It's not like a flashy easy to read fiction book, that once you put it down, you can't remember what it said. This is a story of a man's life. A man's unlucky life, that you can't help but think of every time you feel unlucky.
The movie was great. Producers, writers, actors did a great job at keeping it very close to what I read. The story is there, unfortunately the characters are not. I have to believe it's hard to cover an entire life in less than 2 hours. Especially when there is so much to tell. I don't want to tell you the whole story, the book can do that. What I will tell you is the movie is worth watching first.
If you make a minute for this movie, know that there is more to Louie's story, after the movie ends. Those who only seeing the film will be satisfied, buy those who read the book know there is more to tell. Louie comes home, after surviving many terrible events. His life is forever changed, and the book will give you a closer look at that part of the story. Not everyone needs the whole story, so the movie will be enough for them, but as a person who has done both I am telling you to make a minute to read the book.
Louie's story is great on the big screen and in print. It's inspiring, and emotional. It tells a story of struggle and triumph and gives us all a look at just how strong a person can be. Reading it first, will give you extra insight to the people who helped Louis Zamperini be who he was. Who encouraged him, who supported him, why he was able to survive what he did. Then the movie will add the visuals to help you see his survival story. Unbroken: a must read, must see add to your bucket list in 2015.
#ReadandthenseeUnbroken
#Unbroken:mustreadmustsee
The movie was great. Producers, writers, actors did a great job at keeping it very close to what I read. The story is there, unfortunately the characters are not. I have to believe it's hard to cover an entire life in less than 2 hours. Especially when there is so much to tell. I don't want to tell you the whole story, the book can do that. What I will tell you is the movie is worth watching first.
I think many people feel that way after a book is written and then the movie comes out. We always say the book was better. I usually say the same. I will say my last blog talked about Gone Girl and I think you could go either way with that one. I say that because the movie was dead on the book, and I didn't feel like anything was missing. Unbroken is not only about Louis Zamperini, it's about all the people he interacted with along the way. Those characters are just as important as Louie himself. You meet them in the movie, but there is no time for development. Instead the movie focuses on Louis and his determination to survive. This movie will introduce this courageous man, tell you his story, and fill
Now if you are familiar at all with this story you know Zamperini was slated to be a famous Olympic runner, as un-luck would have it, his status as an American Olympic athlete worked against him when he is captured as a Prisoner of War in Japan. Louis would never train again for the olympics, instead he would work even harder trying to survive prison camp, and before that a plane crash and 47 days on a raft at sea.
If you make a minute for this movie, know that there is more to Louie's story, after the movie ends. Those who only seeing the film will be satisfied, buy those who read the book know there is more to tell. Louie comes home, after surviving many terrible events. His life is forever changed, and the book will give you a closer look at that part of the story. Not everyone needs the whole story, so the movie will be enough for them, but as a person who has done both I am telling you to make a minute to read the book.
Louie's story is great on the big screen and in print. It's inspiring, and emotional. It tells a story of struggle and triumph and gives us all a look at just how strong a person can be. Reading it first, will give you extra insight to the people who helped Louis Zamperini be who he was. Who encouraged him, who supported him, why he was able to survive what he did. Then the movie will add the visuals to help you see his survival story. Unbroken: a must read, must see add to your bucket list in 2015.
#ReadandthenseeUnbroken
#Unbroken:mustreadmustsee
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
Gone Girl: If you haven't read the book, don't bother; the movie has it covered
It surprised me, but after watching Gone Girl I can honestly say, the movie was better than the book. If you haven't purchased this page turner by Gillian Flynn, I would say buy your ticket to the movie instead. What I saw on the big screen was so close to what I read on the pages of this suspenseful novel. Now, I have to admit, it has been a while since I read the book, so a few things caught be by surprise. When I got home I stayed up late, searching the internet for comparison articles about he end of the book and the end of the movie. So many people said the movie was dead on. I thought the same, but there were some parts I could not remember. Then I realized, that's what movies are for. They bring books to life. The parts I glazed over while reading the book, were the parts that shocked me in the movie. It's funny how that works.
Really a great move on those who made the movie. Going in I was confident I knew what I was getting, only to find out I was getting much more then I bargained for. That play deserves a big smile from those leaving the Gone Girl movie theatre. And I was grinning ear to ear.
Another thing that is great about this movie, it will satisfy those who read and those who didn't read the book. It's a win win situation. You have read it and you are so excited to see it, but you have to take some guy or girl who hasn't even heard of Gone Girl or read any of Gillian Flynn's awesome books. In the end you are expecting to come out thinking all kinds of thoughts you can't share because the other person didn't read it, only to find out it really doesn't matter.
One thing you won't be able to discuss is actor casting versus mind casting. Is Ben Affleck really the guy your mind saw as Nick when you read the book? I don't know if my mind did, but after seeing the movie, I was fine with Affleck. He played the part well, and I am a fan, so it worked for me. As for the actress who played Amy. She was casted perfectly. I thought it was great how she went from being all prim and proper and looking beautiful, to eating bags of chips and Kit Kats, putting on weight and looking like a hot mess.
And we can't forget Barney Stinson, oh I mean Neil Patrick Harris. He plays an old obsessed boyfriend of Amy's who serves a very big purpose in this movie. I loved Harris' character and it was good to see him as something other then the How I Met Your Mother actor full hysterical one liners. There is nothing funny about Neil Patrick Harris in this movie. It is all scary weirdo drama.
It's a must see film, and don't let the fact that it is a novel scare you. You don't have to know what's on the pages to enjoy what is on the big screen. I really did enjoy it, and when it was over I felt very satisfied, which I have to say was not the way I felt after reading the book. I did go on to read others reviews and hearing different points of view made it a little easier for my to stomach. Dark people, dark places and in the end a dark perfect harmony. I suppose the way it was always intended.
Really a great move on those who made the movie. Going in I was confident I knew what I was getting, only to find out I was getting much more then I bargained for. That play deserves a big smile from those leaving the Gone Girl movie theatre. And I was grinning ear to ear.
Another thing that is great about this movie, it will satisfy those who read and those who didn't read the book. It's a win win situation. You have read it and you are so excited to see it, but you have to take some guy or girl who hasn't even heard of Gone Girl or read any of Gillian Flynn's awesome books. In the end you are expecting to come out thinking all kinds of thoughts you can't share because the other person didn't read it, only to find out it really doesn't matter.
One thing you won't be able to discuss is actor casting versus mind casting. Is Ben Affleck really the guy your mind saw as Nick when you read the book? I don't know if my mind did, but after seeing the movie, I was fine with Affleck. He played the part well, and I am a fan, so it worked for me. As for the actress who played Amy. She was casted perfectly. I thought it was great how she went from being all prim and proper and looking beautiful, to eating bags of chips and Kit Kats, putting on weight and looking like a hot mess.
And we can't forget Barney Stinson, oh I mean Neil Patrick Harris. He plays an old obsessed boyfriend of Amy's who serves a very big purpose in this movie. I loved Harris' character and it was good to see him as something other then the How I Met Your Mother actor full hysterical one liners. There is nothing funny about Neil Patrick Harris in this movie. It is all scary weirdo drama.
It's a must see film, and don't let the fact that it is a novel scare you. You don't have to know what's on the pages to enjoy what is on the big screen. I really did enjoy it, and when it was over I felt very satisfied, which I have to say was not the way I felt after reading the book. I did go on to read others reviews and hearing different points of view made it a little easier for my to stomach. Dark people, dark places and in the end a dark perfect harmony. I suppose the way it was always intended.
Tuesday, September 30, 2014
Before I go to Sleep is reading at its best
Before I go to Sleep is a novel by SJ Watson, a novel I would suggest you make a minute to read. Now I know you are saying, I don't have time to read. The response to that would be: good news, there is a movie coming out in about a month. Before you walk away, and decide to see the film, let's go back to the first thing I said. You should really read this book.
The story is simple really. A woman, who lost her memories in an accident, begins to get pieces of them back. It starts when she awakes, and she gets more as the day goes on, but unfortunately when she goes to sleep everything is gone. So everyday it starts over. (now if you are thinking Groundhog day- please don't). It's written in such a way where you don't have to relive everyday over with her, because she starts to keep a journal of the memories so she can get caught up quickly. This way she moves closer to more memories and the truth about what really caused her to forget everything in the first place.
Before I go to Sleep reminded me why I love reading. It had been a while since I held a page turner such as this. I really sped right through it. Even when my eyes wanted to close, and the clock said 1:00am, I continued to read, because I just couldn't go to sleep without knowing what happened. As I approached the end, I got this sad feeling inside. I knew very soon the story would be over. This is not one of those very common trilogies. This is just one novel, published in 2011, and I knew that very soon I would have to find something else to read. I thought it probably would't be as good as this. So I slowed down and made several minutes, to enjoy the pages that were left. When I recommend this book, I make sure I tell everyone to do the same.
Even with the recommendation to take it slow, I had one friend who read the entire book in a day. Yes, one day. Depending on the type of reader you are, you can do the same.
It's a book full of suspense, quick twists and turns. You must buckle your seat belt because you are in for a wild ride. I will say one thing you need to prepare yourself for is the end. I won't spoil it, but like any ride, it's always enjoyable while you are in the middle of it. This book reads the same way. It is very captivating while you read it, and the end is not the most satisfying part.
I have discussed this book with many people, and there may even be an interpretation factor. Some people will read and say one thing, while others will read and think something different. It's interesting how the mind works. This is one of the things I think is great about a non-fiction book. Some of the end is left up to you. You decide what's next for the characters. There is nothing more satisfying then that.
As I mentioned a movie is coming out close to Halloween. It stars Nicole Kidman and Colin Firth. I just watched the trailer and I am excited about the movie. I can't wait to see if it follows the book, or takes its own spin. Either way I think I will enjoy the story. Decide for yourself:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtSzAEvBIK0
It might not be the newest book on the best sellers list, but it is one worth putting on your list the next time you make a minute.
#makeaminute #readbeforeIgotosleep #seebeforeIgotosleep #thengotosleep
The story is simple really. A woman, who lost her memories in an accident, begins to get pieces of them back. It starts when she awakes, and she gets more as the day goes on, but unfortunately when she goes to sleep everything is gone. So everyday it starts over. (now if you are thinking Groundhog day- please don't). It's written in such a way where you don't have to relive everyday over with her, because she starts to keep a journal of the memories so she can get caught up quickly. This way she moves closer to more memories and the truth about what really caused her to forget everything in the first place.
Before I go to Sleep reminded me why I love reading. It had been a while since I held a page turner such as this. I really sped right through it. Even when my eyes wanted to close, and the clock said 1:00am, I continued to read, because I just couldn't go to sleep without knowing what happened. As I approached the end, I got this sad feeling inside. I knew very soon the story would be over. This is not one of those very common trilogies. This is just one novel, published in 2011, and I knew that very soon I would have to find something else to read. I thought it probably would't be as good as this. So I slowed down and made several minutes, to enjoy the pages that were left. When I recommend this book, I make sure I tell everyone to do the same.
Even with the recommendation to take it slow, I had one friend who read the entire book in a day. Yes, one day. Depending on the type of reader you are, you can do the same.
It's a book full of suspense, quick twists and turns. You must buckle your seat belt because you are in for a wild ride. I will say one thing you need to prepare yourself for is the end. I won't spoil it, but like any ride, it's always enjoyable while you are in the middle of it. This book reads the same way. It is very captivating while you read it, and the end is not the most satisfying part.
I have discussed this book with many people, and there may even be an interpretation factor. Some people will read and say one thing, while others will read and think something different. It's interesting how the mind works. This is one of the things I think is great about a non-fiction book. Some of the end is left up to you. You decide what's next for the characters. There is nothing more satisfying then that.
As I mentioned a movie is coming out close to Halloween. It stars Nicole Kidman and Colin Firth. I just watched the trailer and I am excited about the movie. I can't wait to see if it follows the book, or takes its own spin. Either way I think I will enjoy the story. Decide for yourself:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtSzAEvBIK0
It might not be the newest book on the best sellers list, but it is one worth putting on your list the next time you make a minute.
#makeaminute #readbeforeIgotosleep #seebeforeIgotosleep #thengotosleep
Thursday, March 6, 2014
This is Where I Leave You
If you are looking for something that will make you laugh, while making you a little sad, while making you feel very lucky you should read Jonathan Tropper's This is Where I Leave You. It is a great combination of all of those feelings. A movie is set to be released starting Tina Fey and Jason Bateman. I didn't know the cast while I was reading the book, but I did keep thinking to myself, with the right people this movie will be hysterical. Now I see the list, and it's going to be funny. If only Adam Sandler and Ben Stiller could make a guest appearance.
Until I can get to the theater, I will just take the time and enjoy the book and it's story. A man who is going through hard times, first his wife cheats on him (with his boss) and then his father dies and he is forced so sit shiva with his family that he really isn't that close to. Now I don't know much about shiva but I learn from the story that it is a week long mourning period in the Jewish religion. In this case, no one in the family wants to do it, but they want to fulfill the father's dying wish. No I know you are saying how can this situation be funny. As you read this story you will not only smile, but at times laugh at loud. It teaches us an important message that there is humor in even the most dire situations.
What I liked about this story is that you start with the main character and as the story progresses you get to know his family. The details to describe each character are great. You really feel that you know them all, when it's said and done, and you care for different one at separate times of the book. You want Judd to be the victor, because it seems like his life sucks, but then you meet the rest of his family and you find out why Judd is the way he is, and then you start hoping better things for some of the other characters. It's reminded me of what might happen over a whole series of a television show, but it took place in one novel. It's the characters changing roles, and you rooting for one, then another and in the end, everyone. There isn't a person you doing want to see be happy.
When I started reading the book I put it on Facebook. I love seeing what people say about it, and I read a comment said that I loved it until the end. Oh my I thought, what a terrible comment to leave on someone's page. The whole time I read I am going to be thinking about the end. Not a very good way to read a book. I will say the person who put that comment on my page was a friend of a friend, so there wasn't much I could say at the time. I will say now that I am done reading, that person was so WRONG. It's amazing how people can read the same book and feel so differently about the end.
When you read this you will enjoy the story. You will enjoy the characters as you are forced to sit shiva with them. You can only imagine what it would be like to sit in a room for 7 days with your family talking about everything that ever happened, remembering some good, but mostly the not so good, the things that force you to go your separate ways. Then you get through some of the hurt, say things you should have said, but never had the time or the guts, but now all you have is time, and you are so out of things to say, the right words come much easier.
Family at it's finest. That's how I sum this one up. The story of this family is probably closer to normal then you would think. Being able to laugh at this fictional story, reminds you that you probably should laugh at some of the real things more often. Taking things too seriously is overrated.
#ThisisWhereILeaveYou#FamilyatitsFinest
Until I can get to the theater, I will just take the time and enjoy the book and it's story. A man who is going through hard times, first his wife cheats on him (with his boss) and then his father dies and he is forced so sit shiva with his family that he really isn't that close to. Now I don't know much about shiva but I learn from the story that it is a week long mourning period in the Jewish religion. In this case, no one in the family wants to do it, but they want to fulfill the father's dying wish. No I know you are saying how can this situation be funny. As you read this story you will not only smile, but at times laugh at loud. It teaches us an important message that there is humor in even the most dire situations.
What I liked about this story is that you start with the main character and as the story progresses you get to know his family. The details to describe each character are great. You really feel that you know them all, when it's said and done, and you care for different one at separate times of the book. You want Judd to be the victor, because it seems like his life sucks, but then you meet the rest of his family and you find out why Judd is the way he is, and then you start hoping better things for some of the other characters. It's reminded me of what might happen over a whole series of a television show, but it took place in one novel. It's the characters changing roles, and you rooting for one, then another and in the end, everyone. There isn't a person you doing want to see be happy.
When I started reading the book I put it on Facebook. I love seeing what people say about it, and I read a comment said that I loved it until the end. Oh my I thought, what a terrible comment to leave on someone's page. The whole time I read I am going to be thinking about the end. Not a very good way to read a book. I will say the person who put that comment on my page was a friend of a friend, so there wasn't much I could say at the time. I will say now that I am done reading, that person was so WRONG. It's amazing how people can read the same book and feel so differently about the end.
When you read this you will enjoy the story. You will enjoy the characters as you are forced to sit shiva with them. You can only imagine what it would be like to sit in a room for 7 days with your family talking about everything that ever happened, remembering some good, but mostly the not so good, the things that force you to go your separate ways. Then you get through some of the hurt, say things you should have said, but never had the time or the guts, but now all you have is time, and you are so out of things to say, the right words come much easier.
Family at it's finest. That's how I sum this one up. The story of this family is probably closer to normal then you would think. Being able to laugh at this fictional story, reminds you that you probably should laugh at some of the real things more often. Taking things too seriously is overrated.
#ThisisWhereILeaveYou#FamilyatitsFinest
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