Raving Violet

By: Valerie Gilbert

Narrated by: Valerie Gilbert

Dead mothers, missing husbands, disgusting dates, perverted "reverends" seductive gurus, infamous ingrates, and cheese thieves. These are just a few of the cast of characters that pepper Valerie Gilbert's true tales in Raving Violet.

Enter the world of a solitary but intrepid New Yorker. Orphaned as a young adult, this divorced, smartass metaphysician has sought solace and insight from philosophers, seances, channels and mediums: a path that has, inevitably, led her back to her formidable fortress within.

Join Valerie as she scales the castle walls on her journey for love, sex, sass, a chuckle, and really good chocolate. Love and Loss! Love and Glory! Love and Nausea! Raving Violet has it all.

©2013 Valerie Gilbert (P)2015 Valerie Gilbert

Raving Violet Rocks the World

Wow. Thank you all so much for opening and helping to heal my heart. Your stories voice and experiences shook the stone from in front of my heart. It's lovely to finally hear real news about my life. About what is real and what is fake. What I need to take care of as long as I am on this wheel of suffering as I like to say, EXCEPT when I hear stories that rock my world with light, laughter and fun. Thank you....
Valerie Gilbert...

A great memoir

Loved this memoir.

Having the story narrated by the author added another level of connection to the listener. The use of emphasis and voices, made it even more real. I love how honest and raw this book is. I had no idea what it was about going in, but the reviews and the sample intrigued enough. What an great surprise. I can relate to so many things in this story. It was like talking to an old friend, I hadn't seen in a long time.

great collection of short stories

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes

What about Valerie Gilbert’s performance did you like?

I love she was able to narrate her own story, it gives the reader a chance to know the author a little bit better

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The reminder to accept yourself

Any additional comments?

This is a great collection of shorts. They cover different topics, but all have a great point. Accept yourself, you don't need designer items or to have kids when your a kid. Some of these stories made me laugh until I cried. The quotes were perfectly fit into the story. Great quick read.

I AM NEW TO MEMOIRS, AND I AM GLAD I TRIED THEM!

What made the experience of listening to Raving Violet the most enjoyable?

The narration and delivery was incredible!

Who was your favorite character and why?

Miss Sassy herself...and i totally went right t her blog for more!

What about Valerie Gilbert’s performance did you like?

She was good...laugh out loud funny!!!

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I LAUGHED A LOT..., and I could totally feel how she felt in certain situations...

Any additional comments?

** I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review **

I like a good spiritual perception, I feel there is not enough of that in today's society...and this definitely fit that for me...plus it was funny, touching and super interesting...I completely recommend! well worth my time and a credit!! LOVED IT!!!

Buy this book!

I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this book. First of all, it is narrated by the author… something I love (no narrator can inflect the thoughts and emotions quite like the person who wrote it). With that being said, the narration was flawless. Valerie is well spoken, clear and engaging throughout the whole performance.

With regards to the content of the book, I loved the stories. As they were real life stories, I found them captivating. Some were hilarious, some made you annoyed (because you will no doubt have had the same experience), but all of them were excellent!

Overall, this is a great book that you should definitely read. In the words of the author – “Don’t postpone joy.” Pick up this book!