A Theory of Relativity

By: Jacquelyn Mitchard

Narrated by: Jacquelyn Mitchard

“[An] astonishing pleasure.”

—Seattle Times

“A graceful, moving, and compelling novel. Jacquelyn Mitchard at her finest.”

—Scott Turow, author of Innocent

A poignant and unforgettable novel from Jacquelyn Mitchard, author of the monumental New York Times bestsellers The Deep End of the Ocean and The Most Wanted, A Theory of Relativity is a powerful tale that explores the emotional dynamics and dramas of two families fighting for custody of a young child. The very first author selected by the Oprah Book Club, Mitchard is a matchless, wise, and warm chronicler of families and their human foibles—and A Theory of Relativity is contemporary women’s fiction at its best, a must-read for fans of Sue Miller, Jane Hamilton, and Elizabeth Berg.

Loved It

When I found out (after having downloaded the book) that the author herself was going to be reading it, I nearly put it down. In the world of audio books, an author who thinks that they have as talented a voice as they do a pen has serious ego issues. Putting the book down would have been a huge mistake in this case, though. The story is touching, the author (in this case)<i>actually does</i> have a talent for reading her own story and I wholeheartedly recommend the story based on its own merits.

This is a great story about family and love, coming of age, and the struggle to claim what is rightfully yours, regardless of the seemingly endless obstacles that may stand in your way. I was cheering during the high point of the book and utterly reminiscent at the very end. In the end I thought that this book was brilliantly written, beautifully portrayed and skillfully delivered.