The Art of Forgetting (Hardcover)

from booktwirps

Marissa Rogers has lived in the shadow of her best friend, Julia, for as long as she can remember, and she is just fine with that. Marissa does well for herself as the editor for Svelte a health magazine, while Julia is a publicist for a ballet company in New York. Though Julia is extremely self-...

from bookczuk

I recently finished the author's second book and liked it enough to seek out this one. I had more difficulty getting caught up in the story. I've known a number of people with head injuries (enough so that I wore a helmet riding my bike long before it was fashionable or easy to find.) I've experi...

from shelleyraec

The Art of Forgetting is a touching story with an appealing premise that explores the bonds and boundaries of friendship. When Marissa Rogers' best friend is hit by a taxi, Julia's resulting brain injury changes their relationship, and who they are, forever. It's an interesting plot that examines...

from whitreidtan

What wouldn't you do for your best friend? Friends are incredibly important in our lives and no one would be the same person without them. They keep our secrets, remember our pasts, and house a piece of us in their hearts. But what would happen if your best friend suffered a traumatic brain injur...

from hollysing

Is your best friend perfect? Probably not. Evidently you love her anyway or you would have abandoned the friendship long ago. The Art of Forgetting,, explores the twists and turns in a friendship that is less than harmonious, yet essential for one's well-being. Self-deprecating Marissa and self-c...