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My Sister’s Wedding - Reader's Comments
Hilarious, witty and engrossing! Like most teenagers, Maddie Hickman has a lot to deal with. What makes her interesting is the hilarious take she has on the world around her. I rarely stay up to finish reading a book, but I had to see how this one ended! If you are looking for a great story and a brand new author to read, grab a copy of My Sister's Wedding. Hannah Goodman is definitely going to have a following.
Rosemary O'Brien, author of First Saturday
This was just one of those books that left me thinking 'Wow.' The idea of knowing the one who was responsible for this piece was exhilarating.
Nick, 18, student
My Sister's Wedding captures the underestimated hardships of being a teenager while emphasizing the importance of the family unit. The reader is led through building excitement to a climatic ending. The author has undoubtedly used knowledge of a countless number of different personality types and family backgrounds to prepare this short yet so informing gem.
David, 32, CPA
Your book was excellent. I actually tried to put it down three times. I started it around 10 pm and went to bed around 1:30 with it finished. I can honestly say I was sad when the story ended! I wanted it to continue.
Brett, 30, financial services
I really enjoyed your book. It has sucked me in to find out what happens next. Will she end up with Justin or the sensitive and understanding Sean? When will the [other] two books be available?
Shawana, 28, TV Journalist
I read your book and it is great—really, and I am not saying this because you’re a terrific young woman. The book is really good. I couldn’t put it down. The story really keeps your attention. You did a great job. Let me know when I can buy your next book.
Jo Ann, 50, Nutritionist
This is a wonderful story about a turbulent and eventually triumphant young adult experience. I can't wait to read the next offering from
H. Goodman. RI reader, 29
I am fourteen years old and I have recently read your novel, My Sister's Wedding. I thought it was excellent. I found that as a teen, I could definitely relate to the story, and the characters. The story was very interesting, and it included many classic problems that people my age face. I look forward to reading your next novels.
Student, age 14
And from the real life Maddie Hickman …
Hello Mrs. Goodman! I’m Madeline Hickman. My mom contacted you and got your book for me for Christmas. I read it in two days. It was very good! I think it’s pretty interesting about how I came upon your book. Last year, my freshman year, our English class was in the library where we were supposed to be working on a project, but everyone was the computers and “Googleing” their own name. Well, this came up like 800 times, and I was a little confused and my class thought it was pretty funny because the little description that you get said, “Fifteen–year-old self help book junkie Madeline Hickman feels she has a pretty messed up life. She attributes it all to sex and booze.” It’s funny some of the things me and the other Madeline have in common. I’ve had the same best friend since kindergarten, she’s a
girl, but she is Jewish. My sister is getting married next December, but she’s not an alcoholic. I’m also fifteen. But, I don’t let anyone call me Maddie except my Uncle, who’s been saying that since I was born. I hate Algebra 2 more than anything. That was only mentioned in there once, but right when I saw it, I showed my mom and was like, “Oh, yeah.” My mom and dad are together like Madeline’s, but all my sisters (I have two) are from the same parents. I’m also super-tall and lanky, but I’m 5’10, and I have go-go gadget legs. I really enjoyed your book though. Is the sequel out yet? Thank you for writing such a good book. I must say, it was interesting going through the book and seeing my name all over it. Hope to hear from you soon!
Sincerely,(The Real Life) Madeline Hickman
Hi, Hannah,
I am one of the group at United Congregational Church who will be meeting with you tomorrow evening (Tuesday) in conjunction with our book group.I just wanted to say, in advance, that my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed your book, and we are looking forward eagerly to meeting you.I thought at first that it was just going to be a cute kid's book for young teenagers. (We have a 13 year old granddaughter.)Then I discovered that you recognized the real problems kids face today with alcohol, drugs, sex, relationship and families -- and that you were able to relate to their age group in their own language.You must be a fantastic teacher. I wonder what grades you teach.You also included, without preaching, accurate and useful information about alcoholism, and how to (and how not to) handle it within one's family and one's relationships.My favorite all-time author is Herman
Wouk, and your book reminded me of his "Marjorie Morningstar" -- only yours packed all that stuff into a small book (which neither my wife nor I could put down until we were done).I was also reminded of the movie "28 days" with Sandra Bullock.I really appreciated your turning the parents, especially the Mom, into people-who also-just-need-to-be-understood -- characters deserving our sympathy.Thank you for providing such a rich, informative, entertainment!
hi my name is Dale i am in the class that you are suppose to be in on Friday at Kickemuit and i have a question for you, is your work inspired by the writer S.E. Hinton? Because our teacher read us your story "the day after the roses" and it sounds very similar to S.E. Hintons Work.
Hi Hannah,I just read My Sister's Wedding and loved it! The characters are great, it's informative, it's funny, it's got a good plot...I like the special relationship Maddie has with her father--something Barbara didn't have and probably would have benefited from. I like how they go to the city on Saturdays. (FYI: New Yorkers wouldn't say "west entrance to Central Park"--they'd say "one of the west entrances" or more likely "the West 72nd Street entrance" or "West 86th Street entrance"). I loved the
oak tree and found myself wishing that Maddie would eventually climb it and curl up in it for old times sake for a cozy nap. The many times you have Maddie crying and angry and sad really made it clear that it takes a long time to heal and you just have to go through it. All the stuff about drinking is SO important for YA readers to read--and I could totally see a big publisher taking this. (Why didn't they?) Though Maddie's physical description is different than your own, I kept picturing her as you. She is so real. She made me think about the relationship I have with my younger sister and how my sister might sometimes feel with me married with a kid and often being too busy for her. I hope Barbara sticks to AA. I hope Maddie goes out with Sean--or at least someone like him. I how you showed Maddie getting along with those two literary magazine girls
and meeting Sean without continuing on "the obvious route": having Maddie suddenly have a new boyfriend and a new group of friends. I like the subtleness of your showing that she has potential for new people though she' s not ready yet. Your choices made the story seem so much more real.
Wendy Wax
Hello Hannah,I had ordered your book which I received along with a nice personal note and want to say I finished the book last night. It was warmly written from the point of the 15 yr old and you kept the reader planted in that voice. The theme was woven through and through and well stated without being offensive.
I am looking forward to reading the other "Maddie" books and sharing this book with my Writer's group. Thank you so much!
Sally Showalter
Tucson, AZ
Hi! I wanted to thank you for writing books for teenagers. My daughter (Madeline Hickman, age 15) came upon your book and thought it was an interesting coincidence – her older sister is also getting married next year! I am anxious to read your book and hope our real lives are not as closely related to your character’s lives! Peggy Hickman
Hey Hannah what's up? You came to my school last year I don't know If you remember but it was at Coventry High School and my teacher was Mrs. Rubin! Well your book had just came out and my teacher bought one for all of us and you signed them for us to! At the time we signed up for your mailing list but I never got an e-mail!!! I don't know if it was cause you couldn't read my hand righting or whatever ( its really bad lol) but I was wondering
if you still had a mailing list? Anyway's I really loved your book usually it takes me for ever to read a book and get into it but I read it wicked fast and really related to it!!! My mom loved it to thanks again for the good book I really really enjoyed it!!! I now have something to remind me a little about RI to !!! Cause I just moved to Florida!! THANKS!
<3 Brittany!
Hi Hannah,I just read 'My Sister's Wedding’. I loved it and found your writing style humorous and thought provoking. I felt as if I was inside Maddie's head and felt her thoughts as if they were my own. I look forward to reading more of your work. Thank you.
Sincerely, Linda
Hey Hannah,I finally read your awesome book and enjoyed every minute. I loved all the traditional Jewish details that you included. It is an insightful book and I can't wait to read more about Maddie's life.My first picture book is finally in print, Horray! I am working on my website and it should be up and running in about 3 weeks. www.gigimoralesdavid.com I will send you a copy of my book.
Hello, I was so excited when I found out that your book was published. I remember you had brought in a copy for the class to read. I went to Barns & Nobles today and picked up a copy. I have really enjoyed it and am almost finished. I hope that someday I will get a book or two published. Well, got to go… Jennifer Whalen
Hi! This is Kristine
Sanchez. You had me two years ago when I was a sophomore in English 10. I just wanted to tell you I spent my snow day in this morning reading your book. I thought it was great! I loved all the little references in it that pertained to living in Middletown [i.e. Temple Shalom] and everything. You made Maddie such a complex character, and I kept turning pages to find out what's happening with her. You've pretty much hit on high school life pretty well with your book, and I liked how you talked about sex and alcohol in yournovel. I can't wait for your sequels about Maddie, maybe they'll give more hints to Sean. Haha! Hope you're doing well!
Kristine
Hannah,Hi I'm from JACS in NYC and you were so kind to send me a copy of your book a while back. I just had the opportunity to start reading it today and I can't put
it down. As a sober person in recovery for many years, I so identify with it. I want to pass it on to the teen coordinator at JACS, since I think it might be something she could pass along to other young people. We do a lot of outreach in the Jewish community and I think your book is such a great vehicle for people to gain an insight into the dysfunctional life of alcoholism.
Hey, Hannah! I just finished the book and thought that it was great. You are such a good writer. I am going to be coming to the book signing on the 30th so that I can get you to autograph it for me. Great job!
Kim Maratto
Hannah,I did read your book and really enjoyed it, particularly where I come from a back ground of alcoholism. A review of it is on my list of to do's. We don't do subscriptions
unless someone is out of state, but the web site has listings of where we are available.
Nancy
Had to tell you how much I loved “My Sister’s Wedding”. Have passed it along to a couple of friends and the reaction is the same. I read that you had published a couple of other books about Maddie … what were their titles and are they available, and where? Look forward to hearing from you.
Pamela G. Douglas
Hi Mrs. Goodman-This is Jessie Grimmitt, I'm not sure if you remember me, I was one of Dani Silvia's friends. I never had you as a teacher, this year was my first year at MHS so I won't be offended if you aren't sure of who I am. Anywho I got my paws on a copy of your book and read it. I wanted to tell you that I really enjoyed
it. I liked the way the subject of alcoholism (forgive me for my spelling) was presented in it, I loved the Martha Stewart character, there are people like that in my life so I was totally able to picture Maddie's mother. It was great! I could go on and on about the things you wrote in the book but I'm sure you don't have time for that, I just wanted to tell you that I liked it; and I hope you write more books. I hope you are enjoying your summer and that the baby is well. Jessie Grimmitt
Hi Hannah,Well, I just finished "My Sister's Wedding" and all I can say is -- thank God I grew up a teenage boy in a stable home! I feel you did a great job telling Maddie's story, and brought all the characters to light. I usually don't read this sort of material -- I'm a sci-fi, fantasy, thriller kind
of reader -- but I really enjoyed your book. So, when is the sequel?
:) Mike
Hi Hannah,I think that is so great that you wrote and published a book!! How exciting and fun!!I thought it was great and you did a really good job creating a character that you could continue on with. You also did a great job with creating a relatable (if that's a word) character that has a good head on her shoulders - I also liked a lot of your similes and metaphors (if that is the right term - it's been a while since I've taken English and since I have even thought of those words;) ) I loved Sean too - what a sweetie!!I really like it and am so happy for you!!
Amanda Shannon
Hannah Goodman’s “My Sister’s Wedding” is on our local high school’s large
and diverse summer reading list but THIS is the book all the kids want! It’s flying out the door!
Judy Crosby – Island Books, Middletown, RI
Dear Hannah,I have been swamped with work but I wanted to write you quickly to say that I read your book and I really really really liked it. A lot! I almost loved it! Maybe I did love it. I want you to know how much I enjoyed reading it, how relieved I was to like it so much and to say that I look forward to the next in the series.All the best,
Jeffrey
With the dog days of summer upon us, local students on Aquidneck Island are staying cool at the Barnes & Noble in Middletown, RI and one of their hot pics is RI author Hannah Goodman's, My Sister's Wedding which is on many summer required reading lists.Beth O'DayCommunity Relations ManagerBarnes & Noble
Dear Hannah Goodman,My name is Laura Fischer. I am fourteen years old and I have recently read your novel, "My Sister's Wedding." I thought it was excellent. I found that as a teen, I could definitely relate to the story, and the characters. The story was very interesting, and it included many classic problems that people my age face. I look forward to reading your next novels.
Sincerely,
Laura Fischer
"This was just one of those books that left me thinking 'Wow.' -- The idea of knowing the one who was responsible for this piece was exhilarating."
Nick Jesse
"My Sister's Wedding" captures the underestimated hardships of being a teenager while emphasizing the importance of the family unit. The reader is led through building excitement to a climatic ending. The author has undoubtedly used knowledge of a countless number of different personality types and family backgrounds to prepare this short yet so informing gem.
David, CPA, Philadelphia, PA
Hi Hannah, Your book was excellent. I actually tried to put it down three times. I started it around 10 pm and went to bed around 1:30 with it finished. I can honestly say I was sad when the story end! I wanted it to continue. As for the promotion It's my personal feeling that everyone in our group should buy your book! It was excellent. As I told Mike when the next one comes out I want another book signed saying "to my biggest fan with Love XOXOXOXO"!! The storyline was excellent along with the character development. I thought Maddie was classic with her teen melodrama. Very realistic. It was a good read.
Thanks,Bret
Hannah, I really enjoyed your book. It has sucked me in to find out what happens next. Will she end up with Justin or the sensitive and understanding
Sean? When will the two books be available?
-S
Hi Hannah
I wanted to send you this message. I read your book and it is great. Really. I am not saying this because you’re a terrific young women. The book is really good. I couldn’t put it down. The story really keeps your attention. You did a great job, let me know when I can buy your next book.
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Fear of Falling
Maddie Hickman is sixteen, and fresh
off the worst year of her life.
My Summer Vacation
A year of broken hearts, torn friendships,
and family secrets revealed.
My Sister's Wedding
True-to-life tale of growing up and letting go.
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