Customer Reviews

Side Dish

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Muriel (Mutt) the narrator of this novel, is really quite lovable,in a sarcastic and caustic way. She can't see love when it's right in front of her, but instead runs after a fantasy obsession. Her ability to survive L.A. is what gives the book its kick with lots of funny descriptions of events and places and people. I really laughed! Good read!

I picked up this book because it looked funny - and everyone needs a laugh. I started it, and couldn't put it down! It's about a waitress in Los Angeles named Mutt (tells you something about her self-esteem) who is in love with the WRONG person. While the story is sweet and all about love, the best part is the one-liners about living in L.A. - Mutt's perceptions are right on. I laughed aloud so many times, my partner finally asked me what was going on. Great, fast read.

Yes, Mutt is allegedly beautiful, but her treatment of Diane is not so beautiful. I found it difficult to like Mutt, and she became more disagreeable as the book went on. A bit of a weak effort by the author, with little or no motivation on Mutt or Diane's part to explain their attractions to each other or to other people.

Somewhat lacking. I wanted to give it two stars, but for some reason, I couldn't change it from three to two when I revised this.

Side Dish is a pleasant story but it is not a romance novel. There is little lust and wanting. The main character is lackluster and discouraged. I think that if you want to read a somewhat amusing story about a young lesbian's struggle to find her way--you will find this book somewhat enjoyable. However, if you want a juicy romance you will undoubtely leave Side Dish still hungry.