J. McGee

likely to hit close to home for many a gen xer

Revisado: 07-12-22

The story about the remote makes the whole thing worth it. The mixing of truths and the reminder that none of us get out alive was reminder to be kind, we are all going through something.

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will make you more aware

Revisado: 01-10-21

if you are interested in reading this and you are the upper caste, it will still be enlightening. Because you are interested, you may think you "know", but once you finish this book, you will know far more.

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heart breaking and hilarious

Revisado: 12-16-20

Ms. Pat has a story and she does it with grace and humility and a quick wit. you will be cheering for her the whole time and saying a prayer for her and all her angels and her babies.

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Want to know what's wrong? Read this book

Revisado: 01-31-17

A story more of us can relate to than are willing to admit is my guess.

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Such fun to consider

Revisado: 11-29-16

Loved the premise, loved the story, loved the outcome. If you are newly in love or been with the same person for years, this is a story for you. The kids, the in-laws, the siblings, all believable and endearing, even at their worst. Franni is my favorite. Alice is totally someone I could be BFFs with, Gina too. Enjoy, you won't be sorry.

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Precious story

Revisado: 10-05-16

I know a grumpy old man who fits Ove perfectly, so this story was one I could relate to. If you want an easy and excellently narrated story to help you feel better about humanity, this is a great pick. Loved it!

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A fun and adventurous listen

Revisado: 07-07-16

The narration makes the book truly come alive. The story is well done and keeps you through to the end. Listen with your kids, fun fun

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Eduational and touching and thought provoking

Revisado: 05-06-16

I greatly enjoyed this listen, Bryan Cranston's narration is smooth. The stories were revealing to a child born during this war to a father who was there and never really spoke of it, but carried a hatred that was deep and foreign to all of us. Weaving in and out realty and truth was a bit unnerving, particularly the story of the girlfriend from OH who goes all Apocalypse Now on us. You have great empathy for these man boys who are fighting in a war that is so far away and so far from any type of war they have known. The only thing I really struggled with the author's disdain for his own sense of honor and duty.

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The narration is worth the listen

Revisado: 04-14-16

Written at a time of great change in America and to our American culture, this book really is a reflection of the angst and worries in the minds of middle aged Americans at that time. The growing concerns about female equality and its impact on the perceived value of men, the rise of technology and the growing power of the US government are all reflected in tales of the men in this asylum. The language, the imagery and the power of the narrator and the music make this a worthwhile listen. I am glad I listened to this book before seeing the movie, but do want to watch the movie now, as I can see why Jack Nicholson was cast as McMurphy.

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An inside look at WWII

Revisado: 12-15-15

I enjoyed this book very much, with the Uncle being my favorite character. There are many reviews that expressed dissatisfaction with the non-linear approach, but once I got the hang of it, I really enjoyed it and found that it helped me to not zone out as can often happen when listening in the car for a significant time. Much like The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, the story puts a human face to the rank and file of the Nazi regime and gives a nod to those Germans who gave the world (and the Nazis) much of the technology that our modern life depends on today.

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