Heartbreak Hotel

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Summary: I Loved this book when at Auburn 1980
Review: I picked up this book at school not realizing it would be about Auburn. More than 20 years latter I still have it. It was the first time I read a book about the area I was in and it started a Love of that kind of story and of the author's writing. I think it is a great story for a girl at college to enjoy and really think about.

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Summary: May be set in 50's, but coming-of-age story is timeless
Review: My daughter and I enjoyed this book very much. I read it first, and passed it on. I could see so many similarities with the experiences and feelings my daughter was relating to me during her first year in college. Maggie may be a young woman of the 1950's, but the issues and events she has to cope with are as real for today's young women. I especially loved the "historical" details of the life of the 1950's young woman - it took me back to those days - and it all rang so true. Catherine Paull

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Summary: Loved it!!!!!!
Review: This is one of my favorites of Siddons! I really related to the main character Maggie, how she goes off to college, matures and slowly begins forming her own opinions on issues. My favorite novels are those of characters who strongly voice their opinions, especially when it's controversial. I loved Aiken and how she pushed Maggie to be a better person by taking off her rose colored glasses and forcing her to open her eyes and really see the world around her...everyone should have a best friend that guides you to grow and reach the potential they've seen in you all along. I highly recommend this book, run out and get it now!!!