The Collected Regrets of Clover, Mikki Brammer
The Collected Regrets of Clover, Mikki Brammer
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The Collected Regrets of Clover
A Novel

Author: Mikki Brammer

Narrator: Jennifer Pickens

Unabridged: 10 hr 21 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 05/09/2023


Synopsis

“Jennifer Pickens provides a nuanced narration of Clover that perfectly mirrors the character’s journey—gentle, compassionate, anxious, and full of joy.” - Library Journal

This program features a bonus conversation between the author and narrator.

What’s the point of giving someone a beautiful death if you can’t give yourself a beautiful life?

From the day she watched her kindergarten teacher drop dead during a dramatic telling of Peter Rabbit, Clover Brooks has felt a stronger connection with the dying than she has with the living. After the beloved grandfather who raised her dies alone while she is traveling, Clover becomes a death doula in New York City, dedicating her life to ushering people peacefully through their end-of-life process.

Clover spends so much time with the dying that she has no life of her own, until the final wishes of a feisty old woman send Clover on a trip across the country to uncover a forgotten love story—and perhaps, her own happy ending. As she finds herself struggling to navigate the uncharted roads of romance and friendship, Clover is forced to examine what she really wants, and whether she’ll have the courage to go after it.

Probing, clever, and hopeful, The Collected Regrets of Clover turns the normally taboo subject of death into a reason to celebrate life.

A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin's Press.

About Mikki Brammer

Mikki Brammer is an Australian journalist based in New York City, by way of France and Spain. She writes about design, architecture and art for publications such as Architectural Digest, Dwell and ELLE Decor. The Collected Regrets of Clover is her debut novel.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Nilufer on December 02, 2023

This sentimental, poignant, and engaging novel is absolutely outstanding! It delves into the meaning of life, death, the impact of choices on our paths, and how to embrace the limited time we have and learn to let go. Clover is a truly memorable character who you'll love to meet. She's different, qui......more

Goodreads review by Mikki on July 02, 2023

Hello! Since a main theme of this book is that our time is precious, I truly appreciate you choosing to spend some of your time reading it—especially since there are so many wonderful books out there. I hope it brings you a little bit of joy!......more

In a Nutshell:An interesting debut work. The main character generated pretty mixed emotions, so your enjoyment of the novel will depend on how much you like her. Smooth and straightforward read. More of a contemporary drama than romance, which is always better for me. Story Synopsis: Thirty six year......more

Goodreads review by Shelley's Book Nook on April 18, 2023

My Reviews Can Also Be Found On:Twitter - Amazon- Storygraph - The Book Review Crew Before reading this book I had never heard of a death doula so the premise had me intrigued. Clover saw her kindergarten teacher keel over and die and she has been interested in death ever since, especially......more

Goodreads review by Catherine on November 30, 2023

**Many thanks to NetGalley, St. Martin's Press, and Mikki Brammer for an ARC of this book! Now available as of 5.9!!** "Death is not the greatest loss in life. The greatest loss is what dies inside us while we live."- Norman Cousins Clover has a strong connection to death and all that surrounds it......more


Quotes

"I couldn’t put this book down. The Collected Regrets of Clover is a tender, charming delight, perfect for anyone who loved The Authenticity Project or Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine." ––KJ Dell'Antonia, New York Times bestselling author of The Chicken Sisters

"What a beautiful story! I loved the premise, which was skillfully and sensitively executed. The characters are both memorable and relatable and the subject of death is handled with refreshing honestly and heartbreaking poignancy. This book will be one that I remember for a long time, and it’s a story that we can all learn something from." ––Ruth Hogan, Sunday Times bestselling author

"Clover’s story is a heartfelt and delightful deep dive into death. You will turn the last page with a fresh zest for life and absolutely no regrets." ––Annabel Monaghan, author of Nora Goes Off Script