I Was Told There'd Be Cake

De: Sloane Crosley

Narrado por: Sloane Crosley

Wry, hilarious, and profoundly genuine, this debut collection of literary essays is a celebration of fallibility and haplessness in all their glory. From despoiling an exhibit at the Natural History Museum to provoking the ire of her first boss to siccing the cops on her mysterious neighbor, Crosley can do no right despite the best of intentions-or perhaps because of them. Together, these essays create a startlingly funny and revealing portrait of a complex and utterly recognizable character that's aiming for the stars but hits the ceiling, and the inimitable city that has helped shape who she is. I Was Told There'd Be Cake introduces a strikingly original voice, chronicling the struggles and unexpected beauty of modern urban life.©2008 Sloane Crosley; (P)2008 Penguin Audiobooks

Reseñas de la Crítica

“Sloane Crosley is another mordant and mercurial wit from the realm of Sedaris and Vowell. What makes her so funny is that she seems to be telling the truth, helplessly.” —Jonathan Lethem

Meh

I just couldn’t sit through all the short stories. The endings left me feeling like something was missing.

Tease

This book started as very interesting with the ponies essay. I thought the perspective was good, and had a good amount of clever insights... but the majority are real bombs that bored at work i can't sit through.

Loved this book

So many relatable stories. So funny. The style reminds me of David Sedaris - if he were younger and female.

I Loved This Book!

This book was a fun listen, I think that this author is sooooo funny I can't wait for her next book.

witty essays and amusing thoughts to ponder

I really enjoyed it. kept my mind occupied during appointments like the dentist and acupuncturists.