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Eat, Pray, Love

Elizabeth Gilbert

Start date: September 1, 2018

Finish date: September 30, 2018

Discussion leader: The Annotated

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Jan 11, 2011 Katrina rated it liked it

I didn't expect to enjoy this book. I had read the reviews, heard the praise and I had also heard the critiques, which were dooming.
I wouldn't say I LOVED this book, but I definitely enjoyed it. The transformation of the author was fascinating to watch. The beauty of her journey amazing. And the people she meets along the way! What I wouldn't give to be able to meet those same colorful characters.
Enchanting book. She also has an incredible way of explaining things. For instance, in the beginni ...more

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Jan 11, 2011 Jen rated it really liked it

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Although some parts were too drawn out (India), I found myself laughing out loud through most of it. Yes, she is fortunate enough to have the luxury of taking a year off to travel & experience what she has, but how many of us, if given the opportunity would actually do it? I found her to be brave and genuinely out to better herself. When we take care of ourselves, we can better take care of our loved ones, and have more fulfilled relationships overall. This is the ...more

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Jan 12, 2008 Barbara rated it really liked it

So, I read that this is being made into a movie. But, its starring Julia Roberts. I'm not feelin' THAT.

This author has a very charming writing style. I also have a lot of appreciation for the experiences she had and the reason she decided to ensure that she had them. It captures a lot of the issues that are core to femininity and being a woman. As I've mentioned, it took me a bit to get past my perception that the author romanticized depression. In the end it all came together well. ...more

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