About this title: Humorous and moving, this novel--set in California during the tumultuous 1960s--is a literary feast for book lovers that earns a place among those popular works that honor the joyful, mysterious, unbreakable bonds between friends.
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Description: Acceptable. Book is in good reading condition. Cover has wear at edges and corners, and may have creases. Spine has wear at edges and creases. read more
Binding: Trade paperback
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Date Published: 2009
ISBN-13:9780345502834ISBN:0345502833
Description: Very good. No dust jacket as issued. Pages are in nearly like new condition. 1st page has a small section torn away at top. Cover shows some slight edgewear. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 306 p. Audience: General/trade. read more
Edition: Advanced Reading Copy.
Binding: Trade paperback
Publisher: Ballantine Books, New York
Date Published: 2008
ISBN-13:9780345502827ISBN:0345502825
Description: New. No dust jacket as issued. Glued binding. Paper over boards. With dust jacket. 288 p. Audience: General/trade. BRAND NEW ADVANCE READING EDITION. Binding/Fine/Illustrated cover-Fine w/ no tears/no marks. Text is clean and binding is tight and straight. Five women face their future in 1968 as the nation watches a man circling earth. read more
Binding: Trade paperback
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Date Published: 2009
ISBN-13:9780345518736ISBN:034551873X
Description: Very good. No dust jacket as issued. sd Hardly used, almost like new! Clean, unmarked pages. Some shelfwear/rubbing and minor crease on cover. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 320 p. Audience: General/trade. read more
Description: Good. No dust jacket as issued. Softcover advance proof copy, not the hardcover; thus no dust jacket, etc. Clean, unmarked text, moderate to medium wear, including name written on pre-text page, some page wear, outer smudging. A totally readable copy shipped ultra FAST! read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Date Published: 2008-06-17
ISBN-13:9780345502827ISBN:0345502825
Description: NEW. Hardcover. From an inventory that is 100% brand-new, 100% direct from the publishers' distribution channel. We carry NO pre-owned, NO remaindered. We pack in CARDBOARD to ensure the pristine quality is maintained. (Bubble-wrap alone is NOT sufficient to protect from USPS equipment. ) Guaranteed brand-NEW, protected with CARDBOARD, your satisfaction is guaranteed. BKLUVID: 9780345502827. read more
Edition: First edition.
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Date Published: 2008
ISBN-13:9780345502827ISBN:0345502825
Description: Fine in fine dust jacket. Signed by author. INSCRIPTION AND SIGNED BY AUTHOR. FIRST EDITION stated. Glued binding. Paper over boards. With dust jacket. 288 p. Audience: General/trade. read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Date Published: 2008
ISBN-13:9780345502827ISBN:0345502825
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Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Center Point Pub
Date Published: 2008-08-01
ISBN-13:9781602852242ISBN:1602852243
Description: NEW. Hardcover. From an inventory that is 100% brand-new, 100% direct from the publishers' distribution channel. We carry NO pre-owned, NO remaindered. We pack in CARDBOARD to ensure the pristine quality is maintained. (Bubble-wrap alone is NOT sufficient to protect from USPS equipment. ) Guaranteed brand-NEW, protected with CARDBOARD, your satisfaction is guaranteed. BKLUVID: 9781602852242. read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Center Point Large Print
Date Published: 2008
ISBN-13:9781602852242ISBN:1602852243
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Edition: First edition
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Date Published: 2008
ISBN-13:9780345502827ISBN:0345502825
Description: Very Good + in very good + jacket. A Novel. Brown hardcoer in VG+ condition. Mild edgewear/scuffing. Pages all clean/unmarked. Binding solid. Jacket clean/unclipped. Mild scuffs. Solid. SIGNED by author on title page w/NO inscription. 288 pp. read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Date Published: 2008
ISBN-13:9780345502827ISBN:0345502825
Description: Very Good-Used in None as Issued jacket. / 9780345502827. Like new. Minimal shelfwear. No markings. Pages are clean and bright. Binding is tight. read more
"Frankie, Linda, Kath, Brett, and Ally. Five women this book focuses on during the late '60s and into the early '70s. The Wednesday Sister's doesn't break new ground, as far as the subject matter goes. Each woman is distinctly different and has her own strengths and they bond together over a period of time through writing and critiquing each others work.
Frankie is the "main" character of a sort. Smart woman, gave up college to marry and support her brothers going to college instead. Aspiring author with an intelligent, supportive husband.
Linda, the athlete. Ally, the childless, Kath, the cheated on and Brett, the ambitious.
The book touches on historic events that occurred, which is nice and incorporates them into the lives of these women, rather than the author choosing to ignore what was happening around them. It was nice to get a glimpse of what the reaction to Armstrong's moon landing would have been, or the protests happening.
Overall, it was an interesting read. Not compelling, just pleasantly fun - and I do admit to having a moment with my tissues as the story wrapped up."
"The Wednesday Sisters meet by chance on a Wednesday morning at a park near their homes in the late 1960s. The women soon discover a shared love of literature, and begin to meet frequently to discuss their favorite works. The friendships that begin that morning carry them through illness, longing, financial burden, infidelity, failure, and success. As their bond strengthens, so do their resolves to try writing themselves. Soon all five of the Wednesday sisters are writing, encouraging and critiquing each other along the way. As their skills progress, they also become increasingly aware of a tumultuous world around them: the Vietnam War, the race to the moon, and the women's movement that forces them to question everything they believe about who they are. Together the women are soon able to see themselves as individuals defined by their personal successes and talents, rather than those of their husbands alone. The novel encourages readers to believe in the power of great friendships and big dreams."
"The quick synopsis: 5 women meet in a neighborhood park in the late 1960's in Palo Alto, California. It's not too long before they begin meeting weekly (on wednesdays), they watch the Miss America pageant together every year, and soon form a writing society. Over the years they become a loyal, supportive, tell-you-how-it-is, be-there-when-you-fall group of women . . . . friends.
What I love about this book: *They push (sometimes demand), inspire, and give each other permission to reach for their dreams. *All 5 are very different women, from different backgrounds, facing different life challenges. *The story is interwoven with the history of the time. It's not in your face, but it does make their lives, their experiences seem more real. *I love how their friendship solidifies over time . . . bit by bit they let each other into their lives, revealing pieces of their pasts', peeling back the layers, gaining & losing trust & gaining it again, being there for each other in big ways and small ways, . . . . *It reminded me of my friends and what a powerful force other women in our lives can be."
"This was a book club selection. Overall, I thought that this book was just ok. It followed the lives of 5 women who met at a park during the '60's. I thought the book started out strong and relatable (5 mostly college educated stay at home moms, who felt isolated, meet at a park where they take their children, become friends and have a love of literature, or at least books) But I felt that I never really knew the characters deeply. As I read, I kept wondering what the real point of the book was. I didn't feel myself becoming attached to any of the characters. I also felt that a couple of the situations they were involved in became more unrealistic as the book progressed.
I did like how the book was set in the 1960's. I thought it was interesting how much has changed for women over the years. I also enjoyed the books they discussed, mainly because I've read most of them, and thought it was interesting to hear their take on fiction, and how it related to their personal world and the time they lived in.
Not the best book I've ever read, but it was an enjoyable quick read."
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