Theresa V. reviewed on 8/30/2009 + 5 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 1

Fabulous. You know how sometimes you order dessert and the whole time you're eating it, you think, "Oh my gosh, this tastes so good..."? This book captures that wholly satisfied feeling of sitting down to something that's just perfect. Funny, real characters in sometimes ridiculous situations, complex relationship dynamics (wife and husband, father and daughter, colleague and department chair) make for interesting reading. I've read this one a few times, and every time, I thoroughly enjoy it. Perfect for people who have had experience in higher education (especially English). As with all Russo, it's not just comedy; Russo examines spousal abuse, infidelity, alcoholism, childhood tragedies, midlife crises, insecurities, bladder problems and waterfowl murder. Smart, smart book.

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