Looking for Me
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Looking for Me
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Narrated by:
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Jenna Lamia
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By:
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Beth Hoffman
About this listen
The latest New York Times bestseller by the beloved author of Saving CeeCee Honeycutt
Beth Hoffman’s bestselling debut, Saving CeeCee Honeycutt, won admirers and acclaim with its heartwarming story and cast of unforgettably quirky characters. Now her flair for evocative settings and richly drawn Southern personalities shines again in her compelling second novel, Looking for Me.
Teddi Overman found her life’s passion in turning other people’s castoffs into beautifully restored antiques. Leaving her hardscrabble Kentucky childhood behind, Teddi opens her own store in Charleston. She builds a life as unexpected and quirky as her many customers, but nothing alleviates the haunting uncertainty she’s felt since her brother Josh mysteriously disappeared. When signs emerge that Josh might still be alive, Teddi returns to Kentucky, embarking on a journey that could help her come to terms with her shattered family—and find herself.
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Critic reviews
"Hoffman's novel of a woman putting the pieces of her family's secrets together combines a deep dramatic impact with Southern charm."
—Publishers Weekly
"Hoffman has a good ear for dialogue, and Teddie and her friends are realistic, appealing characters. Perfect for fans of family-centered women’s fiction, this book will have special appeal to readers interested in antiques and 'shabby chic' style."
—Booklist
Praise for Saving CeeCee Honeycutt:
“Anyone in need of a Southern-girl-power fix will find [Saving CeeCee Honeycutt] engaging.”
—People
“A peach of a novel.”
—Ladies’ Home Journal
“SAVING CEECEE HONEYCUTT is an absolutely delightful debut novel packed full of Southern charm, strong women, wacky humor, and good old-fashioned heart. From the moment you first step into young CeeCee's unique world, you'll never want to leave.”
—Kristin Hannah, bestselling author of Home Front and Night Road
“This book unfolds like a lush southern garden, blooming with vivid characters, beauty, and surprises.”
—Kim Edwards, bestselling author of The Memory Keeper’s Daughter
“I barely stopped laughing, even as my heart broke and broke again for CeeCee . . . Beth Hoffman has written her heart out in this novel that will clearly be the first of many.”
—Luanne Rice, bestselling author of Little Night and The Silver Boat
“Charming, disarming, sweet as the scent of magnolias on a Southern summer night.”
—Mary Kay Andrews, bestselling author of Summer Rental and Spring Fever
“A Southern charmer.”
—Publishers Weekly
“Exemplifying Southern storytelling at its best, this coming-of-age novel is sure to be a hit with the book clubs that adopted Sue Monk Kidd’s The Secret Life of Bees.”
—Library Journal (starred review)
Absolutely beautiful book
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I love Jenna Lamias narration...I could listen to her voice for hours, it is the perfect voice for the story.
Well worth a listen.
A wonderful saga
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What did you like best about Looking for Me? What did you like least?
I liked the description of the furniture that she was restoring. I enjoyed the beginning of the book as it reminded me of the home life of Skeeta in the book The Help, and also the relationship she had with her mother. That's where the similarity ends! The storyline was very slow and not a lot happened. I only persevered with it because of the excellent narrator. I was really disappointed with the ending. I was waiting for an exciting and emotional outcome to the story, but it just didn't deliver,Would you be willing to try another book from Beth Hoffman? Why or why not?
Not sure. I would study the synopsis first, but then again......probably not.Have you listened to any of Jenna Lamia’s other performances? How does this one compare?
I have listened to The Help. She was one of the 3 narrators. (BEST BOOK EVER!!) She was the main reason I got this book. She is an absolute gem of a narrator. She can do so many different voices, both male and female, old and young. She really brings a book to life. I could not have finished this book if I'd have been reading it, or if another narrator had been doing the reading. I would have given up half way through. She is a very entertaining reader.Was Looking for Me worth the listening time?
I really don't think so. If someone asked me what the book was about, I would struggle to give an answer!Not too impressed
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Any additional comments?
This is such a beautiful book to listen to. The narrator is excellent. From the first word to the last she has you captivated in the story. I loved all of the characters. It's heartwarming, touching and at times heartbreaking. The book is beautifully written. Although, I think I enjoyed listening to it more than I would have if I had read it. It is one of those rare occasions when the author and the narrator come together in perfect harmony. Jenna Lamia tells the story rather than some narrators that just read the book - there's a big difference ! I am very sad to have finished it.Beautiful book
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Would you consider the audio edition of Looking for Me to be better than the print version?
Definitely. The story is good - not excellent, but it's interesting enough to keep you listening, but Jenna Lamia is just fantastic. She brings this book to life and I enjoyed her telling of it more than I would have if I'd imagined the voices myself.Who was your favorite character and why?
There wasn't a 'baddy' in this book, so all the characters were nice. That makes it sound dull, but nobody stood out as being wonderful or terrible - everyone just sort of got along.Which character – as performed by Jenna Lamia – was your favourite?
Jenna Lamia made it easy to tell which character was speaking, and she gave them more personality than they had written into them. I think Teddy might have been my favourite.Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
No, which is a shame. There were points that were about sad things, but they weren't 'wipe tears while driving, shout "no!" at the radio' kind of moments.Any additional comments?
I liked the setting of this story, in the 1970s-1990s. If it had been set in the present day, it wouldn't have worked so well.The narrator makes it
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