Awards, Interviews & Press Reviews

“Rosenberg’s debut is one of the finest comic novels of recent years, a heartfelt but often bitingly funny examination of marriage, emotional abuse, hustle culture, and what it means to be Jewish and a woman in modern America. Within the first pages, it becomes clear that one is reading the work of a ferocious talent, deserving of a wider audience.”

“Five Stars! Between the Cannabis conference and possible inheritance rewards, unbelievable incidents occur…The stage has been set for the inevitable hysterical altercations that are bound to arise, and they do…the writing is delightful….”

“Aurora and Leyla’s separate quests intersect and enmesh in Los Angeles over the course of a weekend… with cousins, quirky, endearing, Sephardic Jews who speak Ladino, mostly in proverbs…”

“Aurora Feldenburg, a hapless, broke, divorcee living in the wealthy enclave of Marin County, learns that her father’s widow has died. She decides to drive to Los Angeles to see if there is any money in it for her. Aurora is always ready for the next get rich scheme.”

“… a contemporary comedy about learning to let go in order to enjoy life and embracing your culture and family… Together, Leyla and Aurora are an unlikely, but heartwarming pair, getting themselves into hilarious situations.”

 
“You should all run, not walk, to get your copy, this is one of the funniest books I’ve read in years, I literally was laughing on every page…such a fun story, truly a laugh out loud caper.”

“Shared cultural and familial trauma—and lousy men—loom large in this wry mother-daughter novel…Rosenberg’s novel has an effortless, dry sense of humor and quippy tone…a breezy, funny, and propulsive read.
Our Verdict: Get it.”

WishTV.com interview with the author – In “Fine, I’m a Terrible Person,” Lisa F. Rosenberg blends humor and real-life truths in a story that tackles the trials of generational conflicts and pressure of perfectionism.

hollyb | bookcooklook

“This big-hearted, mother-daughter story is filled with all of the love and hilarity only our closest family can bring out! I laughed so much with (and at) these two ladies that I missed them when I finished this book. This book had so much wonderful Sephardic cooking…”