Twice Eggs

Author gives accurate portrayal of Southern Italy's challenges and how the population past and existing deal with the extremes of everyday living

First, let me disclose that I know and admire the author, Alex Johnson, and have learned a great deal from her. But if I didn't really admire "Twice Eggs," I'd opt for silence. Instead, I'm writing this review because I really savored this excerpt from her memoir-in-progress. Set in a blazing, parched, impoverished region of Italy, the essay is a journey into personal and ancient history. The writing is luminous and at times, sharply funny, and Johnson's knowledge -- of ancient history, geology, and Italian cooking -- infuse every page. Though I'm not generally a fan of travel memoirs (and hate to classify "Twice Eggs" into any genre), I was enthralled and look forward to reading the rest of the book.

It's a charming book, real characters, wonderful (Italian) food, and a great sense of place--you'll think you are there. The writing is excellent. I've told friends about this book.

I really enjoyed reading Alexandra's book, short, but very interesting. a very good writer. I could see every thing, nd hear every thing with her.

I was so happy to see that this wonderful story was a Kindle Single. It is a jewel in the crown of short stories