Uncomfortable with the fit of her life, now that she’s in the middle of it, Nan gets into her car and just goes–driving across the country on back roads, following the moon; and stopping to talk to people. Through conversations with women, men, with her husband through letters, and with herself through her diary, Nan confronts topics long overdue for her attention. She writes to her husband … and says things she’s never admitted before; and she discovers how the fabric of her life can be reshaped into a more authentic creation.
BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Elizabeth Berg’s Once Upon a Time, There Was You.
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Does anyone remember Virginia Wolfe and her request for a room of her own? Have you ever just felt like screaming at the top of your lungs because you feel invisible? Then this book is for you.
It’s about Nan, quiet, observant, rational and married to Martin. Also quiet, nice, and a bit confused…because Nan has left.
She feels weepy and sad and …
I read this book many years ago; it was one of the first I had read of the authors that made me fall in love with her writing. Loved it then, will probably buy it to have on my Kindle library, although I have most of her early books on my book shelf.
I could not relate to this book no matter how hard I tried. I am in this age group, however, it sounded like she was speaking from the perspective of a 1950’s housewife but I didn’t get the impression that that was the time period this was set in.
I love Elizabeth Berg but this book is perhaps her best. This story stayed with me for years and I can still recall some of the scenes as the dissatisfied wife ventured out on her own to discover herself. I love that the story was told through letters she sent to her husband who despite her dissatisfaction was still her best friend.
I usually love her books, but struggled through this one
When I finished Elizabeth Berg’s The Pull of the Moon, I felt that I’d been on the journey with her protagonist, Nan. Nan’s quest for a self undefined by those around her was so relatable for women in the middle of life. The journal and epistolary forms alternating as the narrative of the novel were interesting, revealing Nan’s true thoughts and …
Elizabeth Berg is a down to earth writer. Her books are an enjoyable quick read.
I hope njoyed it. Related to some of her feelings and thoughts
I really liked this book because it is something we have all wanted to do! Just get in the car and drive. I love how she learns so much about herself. Life has many layers and we sometimes are slow to learn from our experiences. I loved how she stopped and just enjoyed whatever was presented.
The book was OK but didn’t hold my interest for long periods of time
Totally relatable! Should be required reading for every married woman, pre or post menopausal . You are not alone!
Once again Berg creates beautiful characters in ar engaging story.
I feel that Berg is speaking for millions of wives. I hope women will learn from this book and speak up for their happiness.
I only got half way through as I found it boring, unrealistic and depressing. I rarely give up on a book even if it’s a slow read but, this book wasn’t worth the effort.
No meaning..up to the end
An interesting , unusual plot with good characterization
Love all of her books
Thought provoking
Very relevant and believable.
Beautiful, comforting, secrets shared with a close friend. Welcome the author into your life. Reading this book brings into discussion thoughts that you feared were your alone. Be brave.