Limelight: A Novel - Softcover

"Will strike a chord in every reader."--US Weekly

"Such a delight! I rise to a standing ovation for Limelight, especially for dialogue that had me marveling on every page. Carter Reid has to be the most wonderfully/perfectly rendered spoiled celebrity brat I've encountered on the page. Brava, Amy Poeppel!"--Elinor Lipman, author of ON TURPENTINE LANE and THE INN AT LAKE DIVINE

"A delightful, twist-of-fate tale of a suburban transplant whose new Manhattan life collides with that of a troubled pop star on the cusp of his Broadway debut. LIMELIGHT is a quintessential New York story of motherhood, family, and fairy-tale possibilities. A must-read for fans of Lauren Weisberger and Sophie Kinsella."--Jamie Brenner, bestselling author of The Husband Hour

"An absolute delight! Celebrity culture and modern motherhood collide in a warm and witty love letter to Broadway, told with Poeppel's pitch-perfect wit and smart, breezy style. Allison and Carter are the odd couple you've been waiting for. Hysterical!"--Georgia Clark, author of THE REGULARS and THE BUCKET LIST

"Amy Poeppel has pulled out all the stops to create an authentic inside glimpse into the theater world."--Tony Shalhoub, actor

"The story of a Broadway primadonna and the behind-the-scenes theatrical world made Amy Poeppel's novel very special for me . . . A wonderful read!"--Roger Horchow, Tony Award-winning Broadway producer

"Witty, assured, and remarkably tender, Limelight is a grade-A delight. Once again, Poeppel shows us that she's a master of observation. With her as a guide, everything--ranging from motherhood, to New York City, to hilariously spoiled teen idols--takes on a new, refreshing glean."--Grant Ginder, Author of PEOPLE WE HATE AT THE WEDDING

"LIMELIGHT is a fun peek into the world of teen idols and Manhattan life."--MSN.com, "Best New Books You Should Read This Spring"

"With well-developed characters and an engaging plot, Poeppel's sophomore effort (after Small Admissions) is sure to please the many fans of the her first novel."--Library Journal

"Readers, prepare to be surprised by this unexpected and unique novel. Told from the perspective of a middle-age substitute teacher, Limelight explores the theme of family in all of its interesting and unconventional forms. The characters are breathtakingly open and honest."--RT Book Reviews

Amy Poeppel is the author of Limelight and Small Admissions, which was first performed as a reading at the Actors Studio. Amy has worked as a stage actress and teacher and now lives with her husband and three sons in New York City and Frankfurt, Germany.