New York Times bestselling author Lisa Scottoline has collaborated with her daughter Francesca Serritella, who has won multiple prestigious writing awards, to deliver a memoir, "Best Friends, Occasional Enemies: The Lighter Side of Life as Mother and Daughter."
Not since Erma Bombeck have I laughed out loud and had so much reading a family memoir. One of my favorite chapters was entitled "All's Fair in Love and Wardrobe," in which Lisa and Francesca were going to a book-signing event and Lisa purchased a blazer for Francesca because she said it would be the most appropriate attire for the event. What she also did, without notice, was purchase the identical blazer for herself, despite the fact that she owned dozens of blazers already. Petty bickering (including Lisa suggesting they both wear the same jacket) ensued and in the end, Francesca caved in and wore a dress.
The book also offers some adorable notable quotes, including:
Francesca on being a daughter: "My mother is always right. Just ask her."
Lisa on being a Mom: "Motherhood has no expiration date. Francesca lives in the city and I worry about her all the time. My daughter moved out so why am I still lactating?"
Francesca on closet wars: "My mom is a great dresser. Mostly because she is wearing my clothes."
Francesca on apartment living: "When I saw a mouse, the first person I called was Mom. She told me to call my super but I felt bad bothering him. I hate to bother people. But I love to bother my Mom."
So cute and such a good read!!!
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