A fine balance is the most cruel and sad book I've ever read. |
Agree - tragedy porn. |
I love you for including my favorite author, Laurie Colwin! Her novels, short stories, and (most of all) her cooking books are the absolute best. |
I came all the way to the end of the thread to say the same thing - I am glad she is not forgotton! "Goodbye Without Leaving" is amazing also. Similar vibe: The Interestings, by Meg Wolitzer |
I’m the initial poster and I’m so glad that there are 3 Laurie Colwin fans! Her books are so lovely and so wise. And agree about her food books. They just leave me happier. |
Why not? OP did not say an easy-read or romance or “beach read” - whatever that means. OP asked for the best book you’ve ever read. Fine Balance is excellent and certainly qualifies. |
She said bonus points for funny. |
The Humans, by Matt Haig (of midnight library fame) |
The book is incredibly well written. You may not understand it enough to criticize it, especially in such an unimaginative way. Stick to Nora Roberts. |
Started reading this yesterday on the train. The first chapter had me laughing so hard tears were rolling down my cheeks. Thank you to whoever suggested it. |
War and Peace. |
Lolol. |