Rhoda: A Life in Stories (Digital Original)

By: Ellen Gilchrist

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Synopsis: A fiction collection, including two new stories, from the award-winning author: &“Rhoda is a fully realized creation. And not one to be dismissed lightly.&”—Entertainment Weekly From Ellen Gilchrist, a National Book Award winner and &“national treasure&” (The Washington Post), this volume includes twenty-three stories starring Rhoda Manning—&“the shining manifestation of Gilchrist&’s wry, intelligent, and passionate writing&” (Kirkus Review). Follow Rhoda from age eight to age sixty, as she grows from a hot-tempered, impetuous child to a complex, confident adult. Even at a young age, Rhoda loves to get her way, boasting a unique spark that only shines brighter in an adulthood full of sex and excitement. From diet pills to multiple marriages to far-reaching travels and a writing career, Rhoda&’s relentless hunger for adventure will delight all who accompany her on her journeys. &“A winner…Rhoda is as real as anyone who has ever &‘lived&’ in a book.&”—Library Journal &“Rhoda loves to shop, swear and get her own way; she has always been a vivid and indelible character.&”—Publishers Weekly &“One of the most engaging and surprisingly lovable characters in modern fiction.&”—Robert Olen Butler

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