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The Life List: The Difference Between Doing Something and Doing Nothing Is Everything (The List Trilogy #1)
by
Chrissy Anderson (Goodreads Author)
When she was just sixteen, Chrissy Anderson made a life list:
1) Graduate college in four years with a degree in business.
2) Get a job in the fashion industry where I can travel and boss people around.
3) Buy my first house when I'm twenty-three.
4) Marry Kurt when I'm twenty-five.
5) Move into a BIGGER house when I'm twenty-seven.
6) Have first baby when I'm twenty-ei...more
1) Graduate college in four years with a degree in business.
2) Get a job in the fashion industry where I can travel and boss people around.
3) Buy my first house when I'm twenty-three.
4) Marry Kurt when I'm twenty-five.
5) Move into a BIGGER house when I'm twenty-seven.
6) Have first baby when I'm twenty-ei...more
Paperback, 406 pages
Published
March 14th 2012
by Abbott Press
(first published March 9th 2012)
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May 08, 2013
Jacqueline The Everyday Shopaholic
marked it as considering
Sounds moving and a little depressing, might be what I need when I'm in the mood.
When she was just sixteen, Chrissy Anderson made a life list:
1) Graduate college in four years with a degree in business.
2) Get a job in the fashion industry where I can travel and boss people around.
3) Buy my first house when I'm twenty-three.
4) Marry Kurt when I'm twenty-five.
5) Move into a BIGGER house when I'm twenty-seven.
6) Have first baby when I'm twenty-eight. I want a boy first and a girl second!
7) I...more
When she was just sixteen, Chrissy Anderson made a life list:
1) Graduate college in four years with a degree in business.
2) Get a job in the fashion industry where I can travel and boss people around.
3) Buy my first house when I'm twenty-three.
4) Marry Kurt when I'm twenty-five.
5) Move into a BIGGER house when I'm twenty-seven.
6) Have first baby when I'm twenty-eight. I want a boy first and a girl second!
7) I...more
WOW! Through tears, laugher, and moments of cringing I found myself drawn into the story that Chrissy Anderson has woven for her readers. Chrissy is candid as she unveils her story and what happens when you think you've got the "perfect life" only to question everything after a chance encounter with a stranger. What happens over the next several years in Chrissy's life will test her resolve and lead her to adventures in her life that she never dreamed of -- the good, the bad, and the tears.
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I don't say this often, but with this one it's true: I could not put this book down. The writing, as well as the story sucked me in, and I was hooked from page one. I suspect it's a story that will stay with me for some time, too. I laughed, I cried, I yelled at my Kindle screen, and I can't help it, I rooted for Chrissy and Leo.
Chrissy doesn't want to become Bridges of Madison County's Francesca--doomed to a life of unhappiness and unfulfillment. But like Francesca, she feels it's her responsib...more
Chrissy doesn't want to become Bridges of Madison County's Francesca--doomed to a life of unhappiness and unfulfillment. But like Francesca, she feels it's her responsib...more
I received a copy of The Life List by Chrissy Anderson in exchange for an honest review.
Whew. What a book. When you read this (not if, when) be prepared to be entertained, to learn, to question, to laugh, to cry. This book was hard to put down from the first page, and even though I think it was a little on the long side, it was worth ever moment. I finished this book last week and I’m still talking to people about it. The characters are still sticking with me, and I’m even still questioning some...more
Whew. What a book. When you read this (not if, when) be prepared to be entertained, to learn, to question, to laugh, to cry. This book was hard to put down from the first page, and even though I think it was a little on the long side, it was worth ever moment. I finished this book last week and I’m still talking to people about it. The characters are still sticking with me, and I’m even still questioning some...more
I'm very torn writing this review. On the one hand, Chrissy's story so closely mimics what I went through a few years ago, that I couldn't put the book down. Another plus, is that the story is set in my backyard and I love reading books that take place where I live.
On the other hand, I kept wondering whether the author bothered to have anyone edit her book. There were so many grammatical, formatting, and punctuation errors that it was distracting. The punctuation errors were most distracting (e....more
On the other hand, I kept wondering whether the author bothered to have anyone edit her book. There were so many grammatical, formatting, and punctuation errors that it was distracting. The punctuation errors were most distracting (e....more
Great story of self-discovery that will make you laugh and cry. Chrissy made a list when she was 16 of the things she hoped to accomplish in life. She had it all planned out. Married to her High School sweetheart, in the house of her dreams, faking it for her three best friends, she realizes she's not happy and can't quite put a finger on why until a chance meeting in a bar. She meets a guy who turns her world upside down and causes her to question everything she has done so far. Meet Kurt and L...more
I don't even know where to start with how real this book is. My emotions and my mind are still trying to real in the mulitude of how much this book impacted my heart. I laughed, cried and was so angry at times that I didn't know if I could finish this book, but then I pick back up my kindle because I could not stay away. I had to know what Chrissy was going to do next , while I am screaming at her to fiqure her shit out and get it together. I fell in love with this beautiful story of love , frie...more
The Life List evokes so much emotion. I found myself so absorbed I didn't want to stop reading, I just had to know what happened next. I laughed out loud, I cried, I could feel tension as if I were there, re-living that moment right with her. I felt myself wishing that I had just a fraction of her courage to be able to stop and assess life, the way she did and take the measures that were necessary to correct the situation. This story is so relatable for all women. Thank you Chrissy, for sharing...more
Holly ****!!!!!! That's all that keeps going through my mind. I've read a lot of good books this year but this & The Unexpected List by far has to be the best. I laughed I cried my eyes out & was immediately sucked in. I've watched Bridges of Madison County too & had the exact same reaction. Some parts in this book felt like my own life the only difference is I'm not as brave as Chrissy. This book just might have changed my life I cant recommend it enough. My only complaint is we hav...more
Picked up The Life List while on a girls weekend and couldn't put it down. Glad there was a pool & lots of sun with no distractions to finish this read cover to cover. While Chrissy's struggle to find her "wholeness" is quite relatable, I am drawn to the four best friends, especially Kelly, that "grow up together." Chrissy does a fantastic job telling this story and making you believe we can all have what she has. Can't wait to see what's next!
Well, Chrissy, the protagonist is kind of self absorbed and makes so many stupid decisions I almost didn't finish the book. She does grow up a little and I found the psychology of it interesting. When I didn't want to kill her.
I think Leo's character lacked some development. He seemed mostly perfect or just reacting to Chrissy's actions.
I think this book isn't for everyone :p
I think Leo's character lacked some development. He seemed mostly perfect or just reacting to Chrissy's actions.
I think this book isn't for everyone :p
I was so absorbed with this book, I didn't want to stop reading had to know what happened next, therefore I only slept 2.5 hours last night! My throat swelled and I cried, laughed out loud, got angry as if I was there living that moment with her. I evoked such emotion in my that all I can say is THANK YOU for writing, sharing and allowing us to par-take in your journey!
Great book that really makes you look at your own life. Many related instances throughout. HOWEVER, I was ready to jump into my Kindle and beat the crap out of Chrissy numerous times. The woman is infuriating at times that you just want her to wake up and take action already.
I have already downloaded the next book...cannot wait to see what could possibly happen next!
I have already downloaded the next book...cannot wait to see what could possibly happen next!
I don't even know where to begin really. Its an emotional roller coaster that I experienced right along with chrissy. I cried, I laughed, I was on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen or when the shit would hit the fan. It truly is a must read. I think everyone can relate to someone in this book.
This book was free and I really liked it. Chrissy was a great character living the perfect life until one day she woke up and realized she wasn't. Doesn't hurt when the wake up call is a hot younger man! Love love loved the secondary characters; I laughed, I cried, I snorted through my nose. Great read.
I cannot say enough good stuff about this book. A must read for 30 something women. Beware tears will happen and you may not agree with all decisions in book but the way she writes pulls you into her world. I would recommend to all friends so none of us ends up the sad frumpy lady :)
Aug 12, 2012
Jennifer
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
any female who has had to make choices in love and life!
Recommended to Jennifer by:
Lisa Hicks
What a great story! I laughed and cried. I stayed up way to late to see what decision Chrissy made next. I cringed at some of her choices and applauded a lot of her choices. I can't wait to see what happens in the next chapter of her life.
Loved this book! Unexpected. I loved Chrissy and her outlook on her issues - To go after "happiness" takes a lot of strength. Often times, something you "want" isn't always "right". In her case, the fantasy life with her husband wasn't her happiness!! Great writing.
Loved this book! It had everything and I could not put it down. I read it in a little over a week. It made laugh, and cry and truely root for this character. I took a lot away from reading this and looking at my own relationship with my husband. I can't wait to start the next book.
Absolutely fell in love with the characters and wish I could have Chrissy over for a glass of wine. I laughed and cried with her up's and downs and truly felt myself rooting for her true love. Team Leo completely!
Wow, this made me cry buckets.
What a ride, I read both books in two days and they're both amazing and well written. You feel everything that Chrissy is going through. I can't wait for the last instalment to see what happens.
What a ride, I read both books in two days and they're both amazing and well written. You feel everything that Chrissy is going through. I can't wait for the last instalment to see what happens.
"I don't wanna do this anymore."
"What do you want to do then?"
"I have absolutely no idea."
"Hunny, just go find him so we can all get the fuck on with our lives."
"Oh yeah...and tell him what?"
"That you love him!"
This book was hilarious, heart warming & inspiring. :)
"What do you want to do then?"
"I have absolutely no idea."
"Hunny, just go find him so we can all get the fuck on with our lives."
"Oh yeah...and tell him what?"
"That you love him!"
This book was hilarious, heart warming & inspiring. :)
I wanted to hate this when I read the first few pages, but I couldn't... It was utterly brilliant, and I felt like I was living each step along with Chrissy
This was a great book! The story was so touching and exciting and I rooted for her to win. She messed up so much in her life, she had no where to go but up...right?! Very very good!
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LOVED LOVED LOVED IT!! I laughed, cried, screamed in frustration, and a few times just wanted to shake my head at Chrissy. Starting book 2 now.
I really wanted to love this book. I was mesmerized by Chrissy's journey of finding herself, but I had a really tough time getting past her grammar. I found the constant use of "wanna" and "gonna" very distracting.
Good story ... I had a hard time at first getting in to it just for the fact I'm so anti-cheating and liars! But after reading a little more I understood her thinking .... Some parts made me laugh some made me cry! Some WTF is she thinking!!!!
Great read! Loved the characters. Funny and sad. Not my usual genre but still really enjoyed it. Definitely recommend it.
awesome book!! if you want real life situations that bring tears, laughter, hope this is a MUST READ!!!!
I received this book through the First Reads giveaway program on Goodreads. Review to follow!
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Who is Chrissy? Does it even matter really? I guess it would matter to the real Chrissy if she wrote The Life List for fortune and fame. But she didn’t. She did it all for you. Hold on, scratch that. Of course there were some self-indulgent components to the whole shootin’ match, but at the end of the day, she sees bits and pieces of her checkered past in almost every woman she encounters and she...more
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