LIFE'S ACCESSORIES

Rachel Levy Lesser narrates her own memoir in an impassioned voice that has a distinct hoarseness. It doesn't detract from her delivery. It just marks it as purely her own. In 14 essays Lesser discusses clothing and accessories that remind her of pivotal moments in her life. A heart necklace to be wished upon for love, an upgraded work bag to celebrate a promotion, a ring from her first love, a favorite pair of pre-pregnancy jeans, and a signet ring she yearned for as a girl are examples of the sentimental fashion items discussed. Through these, Lesser confronts grief, adolescent insecurity, and unadulterated joy in a conversational, friendly manner. Her inflections and pace are perfect, highlighting the intimacy of her topics. A.L.C. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine [Published: MAY 2021]