Jan 12, 2021peacebenow rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
I read this book because it was based in the Boston area and had good reviews. I did enjoy reading about rowing on the Charles river and a bit what it would be like to learn how to do it. This book is about overcoming adversity, dogs, a…
This was my first ebook ever and, for me, the perfect introduction to the format. I checked it out using the Libby app by Overdrive and it couldn't have been simpler. I read it on my phone which was great because I was able to take…
Jul 13, 2012Rowergirl25 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
A beautifully written memoir of a friendship. Actually two friendships. One between the author and her closest girlfriend, and one between the author and her dog. It's heartbreaking and funny and so honest and true. I think most women…
This memoir speaks to the depth that friendship can take: how a friend can be a partner in life as much as any romantic relationship. In this writing, the author takes a look at how her best friend has proven to be the key figure in her…
Aug 28, 2011Liber_vermis rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
The following short note on this book, now in paperback, appeared in The Globe & Mail on Saturday, August 27, 2011:
"Pulitzer winner Caldwell and Caroline Knapp (a writer too) had their dogs and their writing in common when they met; and…
Mar 16, 2011Memarge rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I read this on a friend's recommendation but not really thinking I would like it as much as I did. I loved the idea of friendship like that and it reminded me of some friends I hold dearly.
Jan 15, 2011smc01 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
This is a beautiful memoir that celebrates a wonderful friendship and examines the grief following the death of the author's best friend. Gail Caldwell really bares her soul and the reader feels grateful for her insights. This book is a…
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