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Rosie

By: Anne Lamott
Narrated by: Rebecca Lowman
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From the New York Times best-selling author of Help, Thanks, Wow; Small Mercies; and Stitches, a wise and witty novel about motherhood. Look out for Anne's next book, Hallelujah Anyway.

In Anne Lamott’s wise and witty novel, the growing pains of motherhood are portrayed with rare humor and honesty.

If Elizabeth Ferguson had her way, she’d spend her days savoring good books, cooking great meals, and waiting for the love of her life to walk in the door. But it’s not a man she’s waiting for. It’s her daughter, Rosie - her wild-haired, smart-mouthed, and wise-beyond-her-years alter ego. With Rosie around, the days aren’t quite so long, but Elizabeth can’t keep the realities of the world at bay, and try as she might, she can’t shield Rosie from its dangers or mysteries. As Rosie grows older and more curious, Elizabeth must find a way to nurture her extraordinary daughter - even if it means growing up herself.

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Critic reviews

"Rosie is a masterpiece, Anne Lamott is a novelist of genius." (Los Angeles Times)

"A fine novel." (The New Yorker)

"Anne Lamott is an original; a bright, fresh voice." (San Francisco Chronicle)
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Anne Lamott managed to write a creative work that is both entertaining and touching on serious issues like sexual abuse and alcoholism. I really enjoyed this book!

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Perfectly captures the shame, anxiety, loneliness, irrational fears and yes immense love I felt as a child of an alcoholic mother. It’s a complex subject handled beautifully by Anne Lamott. Cathartic and lovely to read.

Ms Lamott captured all the correct emotions of her topic

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Dislikeable characters. Mouthy kid. Negligent mom. Sad atmosphere. Ambiguous to the max. Pretty much a waste of time.

Dreary story

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