Joey S. (Joey) reviewed The Pursuit of Alice Thrift (Vintage Contemporaries) on + 404 more book reviews
Elinor Lipman is my new favorite author. She writes the most enjoyable, fun books. She is a master at dialogue.
This is another great story filled with quirky, loveable characters. Quick to read- excellent.
This is another great story filled with quirky, loveable characters. Quick to read- excellent.
Trisha D. (lectio) reviewed The Pursuit of Alice Thrift (Vintage Contemporaries) on + 88 more book reviews
Every once in a while it's fun to read a book like this -- a book that's clever and entertaining and doesn't take much concentration. I've never read anything buy Elinor Lipman before but I'll keep her on my "authors to read" list because I have a feeling her other books will be clever and entertaining as well. The characters in this somewhat fluffy little novel (should I dare to call it "chick lit") are engaging and quirky -- even poor Alice Thrift herself who could be a poster child for a brainy female nerd, completely clue-less about just about everything that has to do with getting along with people. The plot itself seemed just a tad improbably to me - but who cares with this kind of a book? It was interesting enough to keep me reading, especially since it didn't take that long to get to the end. All along I had my suspicions about that sleezy character, Ray. And so I wasn't surprised when he ended up being such a jerk!
Another great Elinor Lipman book.
easy, fun read
Leah G. (LeahG) reviewed The Pursuit of Alice Thrift (Vintage Contemporaries) on + 320 more book reviews
Funny story and well worth reading. I enjoyed it immensely. Elinor Lipman has become one of my favorite authors.
Susan D. (soozie321) reviewed The Pursuit of Alice Thrift (Vintage Contemporaries) on + 25 more book reviews
"A witty, satirical novel rich in wry, observant narrative reminiscent of Jane Austen's deceptively benign satiric genius." SF Chronicle
Meet Alice Thrift, surgical intern at a Boston hospital, high of IQ but low in social graces. She doesn't mean to be acerbic, clinical or blunt, but where was she the day they taught Bedside Manner 101? Into Alice's workaholic and wallflower life comes Ray Russo, a slick travling fudge salesman in search of a nose job and well-heeled companionship, but not necessarily in that order. Is he a con man or a sincere suitor? Godd guy or bad? Alice's parents, roommate, and best friend Sylvie are appalled at her choice of mate. Despite her doubts, Alice finds herself walking down the aisle, not so much won over as worn down. Will their marriage last the honeymoon? Only if Alice's best instincts can triumph over Ray's unsavory ways.
Meet Alice Thrift, surgical intern at a Boston hospital, high of IQ but low in social graces. She doesn't mean to be acerbic, clinical or blunt, but where was she the day they taught Bedside Manner 101? Into Alice's workaholic and wallflower life comes Ray Russo, a slick travling fudge salesman in search of a nose job and well-heeled companionship, but not necessarily in that order. Is he a con man or a sincere suitor? Godd guy or bad? Alice's parents, roommate, and best friend Sylvie are appalled at her choice of mate. Despite her doubts, Alice finds herself walking down the aisle, not so much won over as worn down. Will their marriage last the honeymoon? Only if Alice's best instincts can triumph over Ray's unsavory ways.
this is an advance copy that I bought at a library sale
