Customer Reviews

Sandwiched (Harlequin Next Tall)

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I loved this book. The dialogue is so believable, right on target. Each woman was someone I wanted to meet, and each, through her own narrative, made me laugh, cry, and sympathize. Plus it was a real hoot when the author poked fun at "bodice ripper" historical romances with "Penelope's Passion", the book she read to her mother's senior reading group. It's also nice to see older adults portrayed as sexually active, when too often they are stereotyped as doddering and passionless. No matter where you are in your life story, pick this one up. I would also recommend Taking Back Mary Ellen Black, also part of the NeXt series. Take warning, though, that that one has very explicit sex (in case you don't like that kind of thing).

Unique and very funny! Nice to see some writers willing to take chances and this one is a hit. The use of email and letters to move the story lines along is unusual and very effective. The stories of the three women, mother, daughter and grandaughter are funny and poingnent; illustrating the struggles of growing up, getting smart, and accepting age gracefully with spunk and humor! Can't wait to read her next book!

I picked up this book, took it poolside, and literally did not put it down. Jennifer Archer's multi-generational tale of three strong women on the verge of big changes is laugh-out-loud funny. What surprised me were the poignant moments, the little tugs through rich characters with all their realistic flaws and foibles. Belle's letters to her deceased husband Harry made me cry more than once. (Which makes for a mess when you're slathered in sunscreen.) The ending was wholly satisfying, and I felt like each of the story lines were compelling and complimentary to the others.

I'll be looking for Ms. Archer's next book...

Don't let this book fool you. It is a great read whether you are male or female. You do not need to be a fan of romance novels. (which this is not, but the Harlequin label may fool some) A fun read with lots of "real" moments. You will pull for these characters. You will wish you could pick up the phone and call them up and and share details of your life with them. You will wish they were your friends and neighbors.

I really loved SANDWICHED. It was funny, sweet, sad, poignant, charming, and filled with wry and witty observations about life, love, and the pursuit of happiness. All three women came across as real, although CiCi tried my patience more than once. I kept wanting her to buck up and move on with her life the way her mother and daughter were doing. She redeems herself in the end, though. Archer's writing is very good and you can see the promise in it. I predict she'll be a big star one day. You read it here first. :) HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

I loved this easy and quick read. The characters were people we all know and love. The feelings were ones we all feel too many times in our lives. I am trying to get my book club to read it, just for fun.

Forty years old Cecilia "CiCi" Dupree feels much older than her age. She recently filed for divorce from Bert, but believes she should have killed him and buried him at the sacred canine peeing ground after seeing him kissing a neighbor's daughter barely older than their teen. CiCi just took her widow mom Belle out of the Parkview nursing home to live with her and her college age daughter Erin.

However, the three generations of females under one roof cause an overflow of estrogen that drives the one pulled in the middle over the edge. Using lists to keep track of the demands by her mom and her daughter, CiCi knows that being the SANDWICHED generation leaves no time for her. Yet she wonders if she would have it any other way as the women find they have different needs, different desires, and different perspectives yet share the need, desire and perspective of loving relationships.

The family drama is told by rotating perspectives that reflect the background of the individual women as they tell their side. Whereas CiCi uses a first person narration, Belle sends letters to her deceased spouse and Erin uses instant messenger and email; this technique highlights the differences between the three generational females yet also shows their common bond. Though somewhat disruptive and requiring a reader adjustment, Jennifer Archer scores a bull's-eye with this insightful relationship drama.

Harriet Klausner

Oh, I loved this book! Funny at times, deeply moving at others, Jennifer Archer captures perfectly the relationships between mothers and daughters (and grandmothers, too)! Don't miss this one!

I loved this book. I think it is her best by far. I think she did a great job of letting you get to know the main three characters. This book made me laugh and cry. The letters from "Belle" to her deceased husband were so sweet. Buy it, you will love it.

This book is one of my all time favorites. I have purchased this book at least 3 times and then give it to a friend to read and never see it again...This one is mine to keep!!! It came quickly and in great condition. I've read it once and now my 20yr old daughter is reading it. Thank you for supplying such a wonderful product.