Living the Dream
A Novel
فرمت کتاب
audiobook
تاریخ انتشار
2017
نویسنده
Saskia Maarleveldناشر
Macmillan Audioشابک
9781427292339
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- اطلاعات
- نقد و بررسی
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نقد و بررسی
May 22, 2017
The tongue-in-cheek title sets the tone for a snark-filled tale of the realities and possibilities of adulthood. Emma Derringer dislikes her job: working as an assistant in the creative department of a London advertising agency makes her feel unfulfilled and less than creative. Writing is her passion, and her blog has a decent following, but it’s no way to make a living. Her friends believe she should pursue her dreams, but Emma is torn between financial security and struggling to survive. Her best friend, screenwriter Clementine Twist, is in the thick of the struggle. After a successful stint in New York, she comes back to London with few prospects and bigger debts. Together, the friends share their dalliances, dilemmas, and discontent in what becomes a witty and sardonic romp. Emma and Clem are relatable and hilarious, and their trials and tribulations keep the pages turning. Somber moments and sparks of clarity are cleverly woven into the narrative, adding depth and relevance to an authentic and satisfying novel.
A dynamite performance by Saskia Maarleveld illuminates this coming- of-age chick lit about an odd, hilarious friendship that millennials will find relatable. Emma aspires to be a writer but is stuck in a mundane office job while dreaming of something better. Her friend, Clem, recently graduated from film school, has returned to London, where she lives with her mother and stepfather while working for peanuts as a hostess. The two friends support each other through hardships, awkward romances, and weird one-night stands. Expect a wide range of emotions from this performance. Maarleveld can transform her voice to perfectly fit the characters--from the quaintest to the most obnoxious--making listeners laugh throughout. G.M. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award � AudioFile 2017, Portland, Maine
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