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Japan Took the J.A.P. Out of Me - Community Reviews back

by Lisa Fineberg Cook
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Shaykitteh's World of Books
Shaykitteh's World of Books rated it 10 years ago
Take a newlywed "Jewish American Princess" and send her to Japan with her new husband just days after the wedding, and you have the beginning of an amusing tale of clashing cultures. Lisa is not 100% a pampered princess, but she's close. She has cooked a meal or two in her life, and perhaps done som...
drey's library
drey's library rated it 15 years ago
I was intrigued by the title of this book, probably because at first look it was like, what? And then it sank in. Upon which I fully expected a witty, humorous read.And it delivered. Mostly. Don't get me wrong, I laughed out loud at Lisa vs. the washing machine. Lisa on the bus with the PTA wives on...
katethebookmonsters
katethebookmonsters rated it 15 years ago
I normally do not read memoirs, but I decided to try this one since it involves the Japanese culture. Generally, I enjoy anything that gives me insight in this culture, and this hilarious novel did just that. The novel take the view point of a young women finding herself immersed in a completely for...
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