Heartburn

Honestly had I read this book instead of listening to the audiobook version (narrated by the queen, Meryl Streep) I probably would have only given it three stars. BUT, Meryl Streep is an amazing narrator and her voice really helped elevate the so-so story. Rachel Samstat is seven months pregnant with her second child when she discovers that her no good husband is in the middle of an affair. She doesn't know if she wants to kill him or try to win him back, but she has to do something. Normally Rachel writes about food and family (she is a talented cookbook writer), but she's going to try her hand at writing about this sordid affair and working her way through it. Funny, ridiculous, and over the top, this novel of infidelity, friendship, and food, is over the top and fun. A bit tiring in parts, but again, Meryl Streep.

I'll Have What She's Having

Engrossing and smile inducing; this book made me want to re-watch all of Nora Ephron's films and have a sleepover with my closest girl friends. Filled with fun facts and behinds the scenes tidbits; this book really shows just how groundbreaking Nora was at the time and showed her lasting legacy on romantic comedies and women in Hollywood. Iconic, badass, witty, and unique; Nora really helped further female screenwriters, producers and directors. I really enjoyed learning about her life as well as the lives of Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan and learning about the process that brought her three timeless love stories together. Also included were photographs from the set. While this nonfiction story goes off some tangents and introduces a large cast of characters; this is still a must for romantic comedy fans!