from ethel55

This was a very slim novel of essays by one of those very talented Ephon women. The California seventies are well-represented here, from a moment with Squeaky Frome to a mysterious, reclusive homeowner. Amy's voice is easy to follow and while not always light hearted, very intriguing.

from smallwonder56

Amy Ephron is, like her sister, Nora, a witty, engaging, deft writer. I enjoyed Loose Diamonds...mostly. The book is funny--Ephron's take on things is a little snarky and and always well written. My one criticism is that, by the end of the book, I was really tired of hearing about expensive shoes...

from michigantrumpet

Amy Ephron's wry and knowing collection of essays/vignettes about relationships, writing, family and her rather unusual childhood. I empathized completely with her feelings of loss and sadness losing her -albeit much more expensive- jewelry to a burglar. I nodded in recognition over her childhood...

from bjmitch

This book is just what I needed after finishing a long classic novel. It's Amy Ephron's collection of memories of her life. You may know her from her articles in pretigious magazines and her previous books. Ephron has a delightful sense of humor. She reminds me of a former neighbor who could go i...

from CDianeK

I like the essays format, and this collection was mostly enjoyable. I had some difficulty getting through some of them, but at their cores, each had a very relatable concept. I especially liked the short piece about her son; as a parent of two of those, one of whom will get married this year, and...