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Caitlin Nunery's avatar

Rules of Civility is a delightful read (majority of the time). Fabulous writing throughout. I’d recommend! And I found it much easier to get into than Gentleman in Moscow. But looking at these comments, I’m eager to read or listen to Lincoln Highway!

ps- You likely know this, but when searching your name on Amazon, I discovered someone else has written a book entitled, “The Naptime Kitchen Effect: An Unofficial Kate Strickler Guide.” So curious to hear your thoughts!

Kate Strickler's avatar

Ohhhh Thank you so much!! I has a hard time getting into gentleman in moscow too!!! and yes...there are so many very weird knock-offs...its bizarre!!!!

Kate Wartak's avatar

Lincoln Highway is my favorite from Amor Towles! And of course Gentleman in Moscow.

Kate Strickler's avatar

OK I think this is what I am going to to next!

Kate Wartak's avatar

Be prepared to get completely sucked in, and have your heart broken but also delighted at the end. It’s beautiful writing.

Carly's avatar

The Lincoln Highway is really good on audio!

Kate Strickler's avatar

ohhh thank you for this tip! I love a good audiobook. I swear my house is cleaner when I have one bc I don't mind doing things while I listen!

Molly from What To Cook's avatar

Agree wholeheartedly about Simek’s!!! They’re the best!

Kate Strickler's avatar

right?! I am so glad you agree with me on this Molly!

Ish's avatar

Can we get a link to the dress your incredible, beautiful mom is wearing in the photo at the book party????

Melissa's avatar

I came back to this post today to listen to song and reread the movie review. I haven't watch movie, BUT I purchased these meatballs this past weekend not realizing they were the ones in your post. You are exactly right about their texture because I had those same thoughts when I but into the first one. Surprised me!

Emily Thomas's avatar

Love Table for Two - one of my favorite books I’ve read this year! Plus, reading a short story collection just made me feel fancy :) The Lincoln Highway is my favorite Amor Towles!

Kate Strickler's avatar

agreed! I never knew how much I loved a short story!

Emily Kroodsma's avatar

So excited to read your book, Kate!! The title alone made me so excited to read it because I can already tell I’m going to relate perfectly! Thanks for putting it out into the world! ❤️

Kate Strickler's avatar

Emily this is so kind! Thank you so much!!

Cheryl's avatar

Love Table for Two. Gentleman in Moscow is my all-time favorite audiobook. But I haven’t started yours yet, so you never know!

Kate Strickler's avatar

Oh yay!! I have Gentleman in Moscow on Audible but haven't started. Hoping to listen when I travel for the book tour!!

Nate Strickler's avatar

No one better than The Count

Laura's avatar

Hoping to read more this fall after deleting IG and excited to read YOUR book, followed by the short stories collection you suggested!

Kate Strickler's avatar

Laura this is so kind! Let me know what short story you like the best. They were all so good!