amanda brighthome, Danielle Crittenden
amanda brighthome, Danielle Crittenden
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amanda bright@home

Author: Danielle Crittenden

Narrator: Laura Hicks

Unabridged: 9 hr 40 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 04/01/2007

Categories: Fiction, Women, Humorous


Synopsis

With a college degree from an elite university, a top-level job at the NEA, a loving and successful husband, and two adorable children, Amanda Bright is ready to conquer the world. But when she decides to leave her career to be a stay-at-home mom, Amanda finds that her college degree, her professional wardrobe, and glamorous friends and connections are no preparation for her new life. Gone are the days of meetings and power lunches; Amanda’s days are now filled with changing diapers, mopping up spills, and singing “The Itsy, Bitsy Spider” over and over. While everyone else around her is on the fast track, it’s getting harder for Amanda to even remember—or appreciate—why she left work in the first place. Mothers everywhere will laugh and cry along with Amanda as she experiences the daily trials of adjusting to this new life and discovers that success isn’t always measured in the workplace.

About Danielle Crittenden

Danielle Crittenden has written for the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, and Ladies’ Home Journal, among other publications. She has appeared on NBC’s Today show and is a frequent commentator on many national television and radio programs. She lives with her husband and two children in Washington, DC.

About Laura Hicks

Laura Hicks is an Obie Award–winning actress who has appeared on Broadway, off Broadway, and in regional theater, film, and television. A native New Yorker and a Juilliard graduate, she has performed throughout the United States, as well as in Canada, Australia, Austria, Italy, and Ireland.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Dawn on November 07, 2013

Despite the many not so great reviews..this book is spot on..and speaks to the many issues of the unwilling SAHM. When I stumbled on this book it was during a ..story time for my youngest..so in between picking out Amelia Bedelia or Dr Seuss for the umpteenth time I would always try to find at least......more

Goodreads review by Genevieve on June 30, 2019

I have owned this book for years, but only read it now (after opening a random box labeled "books" in the basement!). At first I liked that the setting was DC, but then I started getting frustrated at how the main character kept referring to her Woodley Park neighborhood as run down.......more

Goodreads review by Judyleach on April 27, 2023

I was waiting for a point to this book and couldn’t find one......more

Goodreads review by Karen on November 18, 2018

Good story, quick read.......more

Goodreads review by Stefanie on January 06, 2023

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Quotes

“A fun read, perfect for poolside.”

Publishers Weekly

“Laura Hicks is adept at performing a novel without becoming the novel; she provides subtle vocal changes and has a pleasing delivery. The book is easy to listen to.”

AudioFile

“An engrossing look at the many trials facing stay-at-home moms today.”

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