![]() ![]() ![]() In the case of Gwen Mati, Robbins' characterization remains consistent throughout the entire novel. Robbins again demonstrates his flair for creating ordinary people in extraordinary situations. Over the course of Easter weekend, Diamond pushes Gwen to look beyond the world of money and explore what else is out there. Diamond seems intent on keeping it that way, although, truth be told, he's leaning toward the latter. Gwen can't decide whether he's the most disgusting lifeform on the face of the planet or the sexiest man she's ever met. ![]() Then there's Larry Diamond - a former stockbroker just back from Timbuktu. To make matters worse, her boyfriend's born-again monkey runs away, and her best friend, psychic Q-Jo Huffington, disappears. Just when Gwen believes her dreams of breaking through the upper crust into a world of green - money, moolah, smackers, dinero - the world economy dumps a fresh load of crap right on top of them. The result is a novel that is sure to keep you turning pages. economy in Robbins' trademark mix of mythology, humor and wicked social commentary. Half Asleep in Frog Pajamas takes a swipe at the rampart materialism of the U.S. As far as you're concerned, things can't get any worse.īut with Tom Robbins in charge, they can sure get weirder. Where were you when the stock market crashed? If you're Gwen Mati, a twenty-something Filipina broker for a small firm, you're in Seattle, mourning the worst day of your life and racking your brain for a way to cover your ass. Rambles.NET: Tom Robbins, Half Asleep in Frog Pajamas Tom Robbins, ![]()
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