Getting Over Tom

by Abigail Thomas

Book Overview

These twelve stories--about women of all ages--are so knowing, so effortlessly funny, so poignant that it's clear we're in the hands of a writer who has spent her half-century becoming an expert on the subject of "Women Who Love Too Much." "Funny, horrific, full of quick jumps from cool observation to gut punch. She turns on a dime and leaves you change."--E. Annie Proulox, author of THE SHIPPING NEWS.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1565120248
• ISBN13: 9781565120242
• Release Date: January 1994
• Publisher: Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.2" x 7.3"

Customer Reviews

quirky stories

I really, really liked this book. Is it great literature? No, but it's one heck of a fast read and hard to put down. As a rule, I'm not crazy about the short story category but I found this one addicting. I found myself wishing I could meet some of the characters.

A Little Book With A Lot Of Meaning

Abigal Thomas' GETTING OVER TOM is truely a delightful read. Full of short stories that are sure to make you smile, this book is a real winner when it comes to portraying life's many sides. Including everything from remembering your first kiss, your best friend from school, dealing with tough times, and even middle age, there is sure to be a story in there somewhere that will leave you touched. Thomas' writing style is like no others with her unique and quirky look on the world, making this book worth the while, and leaving you wanting more.

Wonderful! Worth reading again

I read about this book in a magazine when it was published. I liked the catchy title so I went out and bought it. When I got it home I immediately began reading the book and couldn't put it down. The book reveals emotions that I could relate to which kept me reading more. I have re-read this book three times and have encouraged my friends to also read it. Once you start the book, you can't put it down!

Great!

I read this book a few years ago, and probably finished it in 1 day. It was so funny and wonderful. Her short stories are so well written. The first one is especially hilarious, and brought back "fond" memories of Italian treats from my childhood... an enjoyable, warm book.