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In her impressive debut novel, Dori Ostermiller weaves dysfunctional families, stressed marriages, and midlife crises into a story that is impossible to put down. Johanna Parker's broad vocal range allows her to hit all the emotional notes with authenticity while delivering the author's lyrical prose and vivid imagery in a natural manner. Using understated intensity, Parker deftly captures Ostermiller's finely drawn characters and unaffected dialogue. That same subtlety is carried into Parker's smooth pacing, which keeps the story moving forward and the listener engaged. The pairing of author and narrator will leave the listener wanting a repeat performance from both. M.O.B. © AudioFile 2011, Portland, Maine [Published: JULY 2011]