All That Matters

by Jan Goldstein

Book Overview

Jennifer Stempler thinks she has nothing left to lose--her boyfriend dumped her, her mother is dead, her father has a new family that does not include her--but when she tries to end it all with a lethal combination of tequila and Xanax, she realizes there is a force out there not yet willing to let Jennifer self destruct--her Nana, Gabby Zuckerman.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1401307523
• ISBN13: 9781401307523
• Release Date: September 2005
• Publisher: Hyperion Books
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.1" x 7.9"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

All That Matters

In this beautifully written, thought provoking story, Jan Goldstein creates characters who touch our soul. Nana, who feels like our own grandmother, gives us a vision of the loving grandparent we hope we can become. Courageous and filled with the passion of a wise woman, she guides and helps heal her grandaughter. Jennifer, though troubled, is a child we want to wrap in our arms. Yes, love is the greatest medicine of all. Goldstein and his characters, Nana Gabby and grandaughter Jennifer prove this to be true. I cried, I laughed; Goldstein's book is a golden treasure.

WOW!!!!

Classifying this novel as the most inspirational book I have ever read would be an understatement. Not only is it brilliantly written, this literary masterpiece captivates its readers in an ineffable manner. Cheers to you Mr. Goldstein and keep them coming!!!

Very touching, yet uplifting story

"All That Matters" is that you read this lovely story that confirms life with special and unexpected gifts, handed down, with love, from generation to generation. May the spirit of Gabby touch your heart as it did mine, reminding me of my "Nana" and her wisdom and zest for life. It is a very touching, yet uplifting story. A must read.

The Perfect Book to Welcome the Change in Seasons

Just in time - as fall ushers in- so too does this delightful and meaninful read. As the air becomes cool and crips in the Pacific Northwest and the leaves begin to change this was the perfect book to pick up and bring warmth to my heart - I couldn't put it down and read the whole book over 2 consecutive rainy days. The characters were so real and I couldn't wait to see how their relationships unfolded. I highly recommend this book as the first you pick up this fall season - it is the perfect way to welcome a change in season!!!!

Truly Touched

I could not put this book down. From start to finish I was glued to the pages - I ended up reading it in 2 days. I was deeply moved by the characters and often saw myself in Jennifer. I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone who loves a beautiful and touching story.