I Feel Bad About My Neck: And Other Thoughts on Being a Woman, By Nora Ephron This new book of essays by the writer of such hits as Sleepless in Seattle and You’ve Got Mail is amazingly funny. Short, sweet chapters are full of insights about the trials and tribulations that women face as they begin to age. Ephron’s writing is wonderful, with the same comedic timing that makes her screenplays so memorable. She has a voice that is both charming and wise. All women will relate to her insights on some level. No subject is sacred as Ephron provides her perceptions on things like reading, why women’s purses are often over-stuffed, and even sex. Despite the funny stories, however, this book is best read in several separate sittings because the book begins to feel superficial after a while. And for younger women, some of the angst of aging (and the pressures to get Botox) are still unfelt – so that Ephron’s impact is probably only felt fully by those over fifty, like herself. But if you are looking for a simple, fun book, full of honesty and feminine wit, this is a great short read.
Review by Maureen Inouye, Indigo Editing, LLC
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