All You Could Ask For

A Novel

De: Mike Greenberg

Narrado por: Tavia Gilbert

All You Could Ask For, debut novel by Mike Greenberg, cohost of ESPN's Mike and Mike in the Morning, is a tender and insightful story of friendship and love, heartbreak and renewal, played out in the lives of three unforgettable women.

Brooke has been happily married to her college sweetheart for fifteen years. Even after the C-section, the dog poop, the stomach viruses and the coffee breath, Scott always winks at her in just the right moments. That is why, for her beloved, romantic, successful husband’s fortieth birthday, she is giving him pictures. Of herself. Naked.

Newlywed Samantha learns of her husband’s cheating heart when she finds the goods on his computer.

High-powered career woman Katherine works with heartbreaker Phillip, the man who hurt her early on in her career.

Brooke, Samantha, and Katherine don’t know each other, but their stories are about to intertwine in ways no one could have imagined.

And all three are about to discover the power of friendship to conquer adversity, the satisfaction of unexpected delights, the incredible difference one human being can have on other lives--and that they have all they could ask for, as long as they have each other.

Purposeful Friendship and Love

I was not eager to read a sappy book about women especially since it was written by a man. However, I was pleasantly surprised. The audio book was exceptional since the narrator did an amazing job and was among the best I have ever heard! Then, to find out the back story behind the book, was an extra bonus and extremely admirable. I too share the author's hopes regarding cancer and really admire and respect the foundation created for this cause!

Wonderful

Would you listen to All You Could Ask For again? Why?

I loved this book. The only thing I am confused on is that in the details of this book it says that Brooke finds out her husband has been living a separate life, but the book NEVER mentions this. I looked online for other reviews of this book and their descriptions do not mention Brooke's husband being a cheater. Did anyone else find this weird?

Involved

I found myself becoming a fan for all three of the women in the story and rooting for all of them equally. Great listening, great job Mike.

Hard to Believe...

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would. It was entertaining at first and then takes a somewhat emotional turn in the middle.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Samantha. She was tenacious in the story. I loved how she naturally connected with the other characters in the book and then carries on.

Which character – as performed by Tavia Gilbert – was your favorite?

Probably Katherine. I could also tell she was her. The others I needed to rewind some to be reminded of who was talking.

Who was the most memorable character of All You Could Ask For and why?

I would say Brooke, because I think she made me the most angry in the recording. Also, it never quite finished her story.

Any additional comments?

It's hard to believe that Greeny wrote this. I found myself saying that throughout the audio-book. I mostly listen to non-fiction, but I was looking for something different and I thought that since I like Mike & Mike in the Morning so much, I might like one of Greeny's novels. It was very good and very surprising coming from a sports radio guy. For me, the best part is the story behind the story. What a great story he told and dedicated it to one of his dear friends. I highly recommend.

Beautiful story!!!

The narrator was very good and the story just flowed! Fell in love with the characters!!!