I liked the originality of this story. The dog’s point-of-view was often very funny. My only wish was that the dog was more likable more of the time. But, it was a charming story, and I also liked the way she incorporated real news stories into the fiction.

There’s been some controversy about some of the things in this book, but OMG, it’s so freakin’ funny! Funny. A great addition to my cookbook collection, even though it’s not really a cookbook.

Too trendy and mean-spirited for me. Not my thing.

When I read YA (young adult) I know what to expect from Cabot. This was too close to YA to be an adult book in my opinion. Perfect for college girls.

Good story, if a tad dated. Dialogue is not great, but the story of a teenage boy, his traditional family and way of life, and his newly “out” older sister is interesting. Could have done without the flood backstory, but a quick read that teens interested in the topic might like.

I am one of those freaks who “reads,” and collects, cookbooks. This one came from the library, but has gone immediately on my Amazon wish list as a “must have.” I am a huge fan of Flo Braker’s, and her “Sweet miniatures” is what prompted my real love of making desserts.

This book is chock-full of great info and stories for the beginner and seasoned pastry chef alike. Awesome.

The more I read Shreve, the more I like her. I read this on the heels of “All He Ever Wanted,” and I was amazed in the difference of tone. Shreve is a wonderful dialogue writer, and her narrative transports you to the setting effortlessly.

This story of a young girl, her father, an abandoned baby, and a stranger is sad, thoughtful, and realistic enough to be believable. Good read.

Wow, what a great memoir. I gobbled this up in a couple days (nights) of bedtime reading and I enjoyed every chapter.

Probably women who are roughly the same age as Kimmel (as am I) will appreciate this book most. Her depiction of the late 70s and early 80s is spot on, and I could picture everything clearly, even though I grew up in a completely different part of the country.

Kimmel and I also shared a precociousness that lead to thoughts and feelings not readily understood by many around us. But to a select few (like her very own hiker – my favorite chapter), we were kindred spirits.

Loved it.

This was a quick read – which lately is something I can appreciate.

I bought it for the Young Adult collection, though I haven’t yet decided if I am going to put it in YA or adult. Certainly the language isn’t anything more offensive that you’ll find in most YA books aimed at older teens, but I wonder if the adult relationships portrayed in the book will hold teen’s attention.

The main relationship, however, is riveting and timely and sad, and I am sure it would be appreciated by my older girl readers.

Well-written, engaging – I enjoyed it.

A touch longer than it needed to be, but a great story for the older YA crowd. Loved the Canadian-ness of it, which I picked up on, but that most YAs here might miss. Excellent writing and a compelling story.