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Limelight

A Novel

Read by Carly Robins

About The Book

In a smart and funny novel by the award-winning author of the critically acclaimed “big-hearted, charming” (The Washington Post) Small Admissions, a family’s move to New York City brings surprises and humor.

Allison Brinkley—wife, mother, and former unflappable optimist—discovers that her decision to pack up and move her family from suburban Dallas to the glittery chaos of Manhattan may have been more complicated than she and her husband initially thought. New York is more unruly and bewildering than she expected, defying the notions she developed from romantic movies and a memorable childhood visit. After a humiliating call from the principal’s office and the loss of the job she was counting on, Allison begins to accept that New York may not suit her after all.

When she has a fender-bender, witnessed by a flock of mothers at her son’s new school, she is led to the penthouse apartment of a luxurious Central Park West building and encounters a spoiled, hungover, unsupervised teenager who looks familiar. It doesn’t take long to recognize him as Carter Reid—a famous pop star who has been cast in a new Broadway musical. Through this brush with stardom, Allison embraces a unique and unexpected opportunity that helps her find her way in the heart of Manhattan.

“A tribute to Broadway, teen celebrity life, and a mother who has now seen it all, this work is tough love at its finest and a great read for those wanting a ride on the wild side” (Booklist, starred review).

Appearances

JUN 9
19:00:00
in person
Strand Bookstore
In Person
With Jennifer Westfeldt
828 Broadway
New York, NY 10003
JUN 12
18:00:00
in person
Interabang Books
In Person
5600 W. Lovers Ln #142
Dallas, TX 75209
JUN 17
19:00:00
in person
Thunder Road Books
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With Karen Dukess
1100 3rd Ave.
Spring Lake, NJ 07762
JUN 18
19:00:00
in person
Harrison Public Library
In Person
With Karen Dukess
2 Bruce Ave.
Harrison, NY 10528
JUN 21
13:00:00
in person
Barnes & Noble Monmouth Mall Signing
In Person
180 NJ-35, Suite 2002
Eatontown, NJ 07724
JUN 26
11:00:00
in person
Bookends Bookstore with Little River Chamber of Co
In Person
River Hills Golf Club
3670 Cedar Creek Run
Little River, SC 29566
JUN 30
19:30:00
in person
M. Judson Books Over Drinks
In Person
120 S. Main St.
Greenville, SC 29601
JUL 29
19:00:00
in person
"Booked" with Books on the Square
In Person
1 West Exchange St.
Providence, RI 02903

About The Author

Photograph by George Baier
Amy Poeppel

Amy Poeppel is the award-winning author of the novels Far and Away, The Sweet Spot, Musical Chairs, Limelight, and Small Admissions. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Rumpus, Literary Hub, and Working Mother. She and her husband have three sons and split their time between New York City, Germany, and Connecticut. She would love to hear from you on Twitter or Instagram: @AmyPoeppel or at AmyPoeppel.com.

About The Reader

Carly Robins

Product Details

  • Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio (May 1, 2018)
  • Length: 384 pages
  • Runtime: 12 hours and 50 minutes
  • ISBN13: 9781508257080

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