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    Donna Santa Maria, CA, United States 10-23-12
    Donna Santa Maria, CA, United States 10-23-12 Member Since 2010
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    "Fantastic, hilarious, and moving!"
    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    Penny Marshall tells her story in her truly unique, irrepressible style. She brings you in to her inner circle so you feel part of her down-to-earth, hilarious, Hollywood royalty life. Her memoir is a no-nonsense roller coaster ride, much like her person, as we come to know in this book. Who couldn't love this? It is entertainment at its best, just what her mother ordered. Enjoy!


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    Stephanie United States 10-22-12
    Stephanie United States 10-22-12 Member Since 2011
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    "Much more fun and interesting than I thought!"
    Where does My Mother Was Nuts rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

    Very good. Penny's performance was excellent and fun to listen to.


    What other book might you compare My Mother Was Nuts to and why?

    Tough to compare. I was amazed with the long lasting (and wide-ranging) friendships she has cultivated and maintained through the years. The title of the book is not really reflective of the content.


    What about Penny Marshall’s performance did you like?

    She made it sound as if she was talking directly to you (it wasn't "performed" at all).


    Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

    No extreme reactions - just an overall good feeling that I got from learning more about her as a something more than just Laverne & Shirley


    Any additional comments?

    Overall, a fun experience and I am glad I listened to this one. Give it a shot!!

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    kristen OAKLAND PARK, FL, United States 10-22-12
    kristen OAKLAND PARK, FL, United States 10-22-12 Member Since 2011
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    "Love This Book! A Must Read for ALL over 45yrs!!!"
    If you could sum up My Mother Was Nuts in three words, what would they be?

    A MUST READ!!


    What did you like best about this story?

    Penny Marshall is fantastic and very funny!! I loved her voice, her story and her sense of humor!!


    Which scene was your favorite?

    My favorite part of her book is the intro with the ninjas! Truely gives you a glimpse into her personality and her life in this book. VERY FUNNY!


    Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

    I listened to this book with my girlfriend who is in her early 50's. She breezed through this one faster than I due to free time etc...but this is a great one to listen to in 1 sitting if you have the time.


    Any additional comments?

    Seriously, if you are over 45 years old and remember Laverne and Shirley, if you like SNL, you will LOVE this book!!!!

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    karen United States 10-19-12
    karen United States 10-19-12
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    "love penny marshall!"
    What did you love best about My Mother Was Nuts?

    Book great...so is her story.kept laughing.wish I could hang out with her and Carrie Fisher!!!


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    Evan Oakland, CA, United States 10-07-12
    Evan Oakland, CA, United States 10-07-12 Member Since 2009
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    "Penny might be the beautiful Nut..."
    What was one of the most memorable moments of My Mother Was Nuts?

    Just remembering penny's amazing accomplishments...from acting to directing.


    Any additional comments?

    I wasn't prepared initially for her New York accent.

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    Nancy W Hooyman Englewood, co, US 10-02-12
    Nancy W Hooyman Englewood, co, US 10-02-12 Member Since 2012
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    "Hilarious and touching"
    What made the experience of listening to My Mother Was Nuts the most enjoyable?

    I loved this book for the story and because Penny Marshall was the reader. Her accent is priceless. The recollections of her life so far and so funny and sweet as well. I didn't want it to end. I felt like I was listening to my best friend. I had to go out and rent all the Laverne and Shirley episodes, I just had to see them again.


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    LB in Dallas Dallas, Tx United States 09-26-12
    LB in Dallas Dallas, Tx United States 09-26-12 Member Since 2002

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    "Totally Original, One of a Kind Lady"
    Where does My Mother Was Nuts rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

    Penny is one of a kind, can't compare her book to anyone else's. She is no B.S. honest and sincere. I love her fearlessness in her business dealings. She is more candid than most of us could ever be.


    Have you listened to any of Penny Marshall’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

    There was a lot of Penny in Laverne. Many of her stories sounded like things Laverne could have pulled off.


    Any additional comments?

    Her airport security story was pretty funny. Some people are so unique they shouldn't need an ID to get through security.
    I was impressed with the value she places on frends and family and the joy she finds in life.

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    Leslie Hendersonville, NC, United States 09-25-12
    Leslie Hendersonville, NC, United States 09-25-12 Member Since 2011
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    "All the things I didn't know"

    As a fellow New Yorker, I could relate to alot of Penny's references as well as her speech.
    I loved the story from beginning to end. Sometimes sad. Most of the time very funny. Great job Penny! Thank you for writing this book.

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