Turning the Tables

By: Teresa Giudice, K.C. Baker

Narrated by: Teresa Giudice

Teresa Giudice, star of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, has seen it all but nothing could compare to the media firestorm that ensued after she was convicted on federal fraud charges—and sentenced to fifteen months in prison. What was a skinny Italian to do? Keep a diary, of course...

In her very first tell-all memoir, Teresa comes clean on all things Giudice: growing up as an Italian-American, starting a family, dealing with chaos on national television, and coming to terms with the reality of life in prison. Featuring scans from her coveted prison diary, Turning the Tables captures some of the most memorable moments of her stay, including the fights she witnessed, the awkward conundrum of being trapped when a fellow inmate had a…guest…over, and the strength she found while confined between four concrete walls.

Now with an exclusive bonus chapter, Teresa reflects on the days following her release, and the heart-wrenching weeks leading up to the night she had to say good-bye to her husband, Joe…who has left to serve his own prison sentence.

Even at her lowest of lows, Teresa was able to live la bella vita by staying positive and realizing her purpose. Friends, foes, and fans have speculated about Teresa’s life off-camera, but nothing will prepare you for the revelations she makes in this entertaining and ultimately heartwarming memoir.

What Can You Expect from Teresa.

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

This book was like trying to look away from a gruesome accident. I had to keep listening even though it was painful. The story was ok. I actually like her voice but she does need to do some serious work and learn to read like an adult.

What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)

It was ok. I didn't think it was a great ending but then her story isn't finished yet, is it?

How did the narrator detract from the book?

Toward the last third of the book it seemed like she was reading something that she had not read before. Or maybe she was tired but it seemed like the narration got slower and slower and her speech more and more slurred. It was like someone else wrote the story and she wasn't familiar with it. Yes, it did detract and distract from the book. Probably should have read the book with my eyes instead of my ears.

Was Turning the Tables worth the listening time?

Probably not. Made prison sound more like a college dorm. Should have waited to buy this one when it goes on sale. I don't like to waste my money on books that are mediocre.

Eh

So, it was okay. But someone else needs to read it. It sounds like someone who is learning to read. Anyway, eh. I expected more

emotional

this book was so heartfelt and moving, every mothers nightmare to have to leave her babies!
you will need tissues!

I love Teresa but.......

I loved the book but the way she read was absolutely annoying!!! change the speed!

Mixed feelings

Although I absolutely love Theresa and her story, I have to admit that it was quite difficult to get through this book only because I felt that Theresa’s reading skills weren’t so great. She paused was too many times and was literally reading 3 or 4 words at a time and it was annoying! That being said, I enjoyed the overall content of her book and will now listen to other book.