Oh, this book detailing the lives of outrageously wealthy Singaporeans is too much fun. The New York Times decries the escapist read as this summer's "Bergdorf Blondes". It's outrageous, and hilarious, as well as being a twinge educational about another culture. Hey, we get our culture where we can during the summer months around here. I'm a bit sparse on the intellectual front these days.
I downloaded this debut novel on a whim the other night, while suffering the throes of insomnia. Although it's rather formulaic, this novel chronicling the travails of a young Manhattan divorce attorney from North Carolina is well-written and a fun diversion. As a lawyer, I enjoyed the legal stuff (the author is a former divorce attorney) and depiction of big firm life, with all its insanity.
Finally, I'm reading some nonfiction with my remaining few brain cells. Do not fear though, it reads like a novel.
It's a fascinating portrait of the 1960's, the space program, and the pressure placed on astronauts' families to be perfect. Be prepared to have google image handy, because The Astronaut Wives CLub does contain pictures, but you will want to see more of each of the couples discussed.
I'm off to read about the Apollo missions now- can't put it down!
What have y'all been reading? Obviously, I am mentally prepared for fluff only these days. No heavy tomes allowed.










