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Michael Tolliver Lives by Armistead Maupin (2007, Hardcover)
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Author: Armistead Maupin
Publisher: Harpercollins
Publication Date: 2007-06-01
Language: English
Format: Hardcover
ISBN-10: 0060761350
ISBN-13: 9780060761356
Product ID: EPID57095553
Description: Michael "Mouse" Tolliver, the delightful character from Armistead Maupin's TALES OF THE CITY, is now well into his 40s, and thanks to drug cocktails he has weathered the storm of HIV. In addition, he has a new boyfriend who is only in hi...
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5 of 6 people found this review helpful.
Michael Tolliver Lives is an intimate and slightly voyeuristic look into the life and web of friends of gardener Michael Tolliver. Set in the gay lifestyle of San Francisco, with interesting characters of this subculture, the book shows us Michael’s life as a man who is has escaped the death sentences of his many friends who succumbed to Aids. Relishing his life, Michael is faced with the aging of two important women in his life – his mother and his elderly landlady who is more than she seems. As he struggles to deal with their illnesses, he realizes who is truly his family. The emotions in this book of looking for love and living life are universal to all relationships. The maturity of the main character will resonate with the Baby Boomer generation as we all move into our years of contentment – or regret. Maupin’s writing style is so clear and natural, you can hear the voice of the main character in your head as you read the book. It feels like a friend is telling you the story!
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Worth a read1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I just finished reading this novel last night. It only took me four sittings to finish it. The novel is well written and more thoughtful than the previous novels of Barbary Lane. The reader learns more of Michael's family and is truely left wanting more. I still want more info about what has happened to previous characters of the Barbary Lane novels, but that is the mark of a good writer- the reader wants more. This novel deals with the timeless theme of family and who is really there for you in good times and bad. Yes, I have to agree with the author that this novel can stand by itself and the reader doesn't have to have read the previous six novels-but you will want to. A very good read.
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A great piece for 'closure'Review created: 07/22/09
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) For fans of Armistead Maupin's 'Tales of the City' stories, this is a great continuation. I imagine it would work well as a stand alone book, but having read the series, its difficult to keep them separate. It was nice to learn what has happened since the last of the TOTC stories. I don't feel the need to know more, and would be happy to leave the characters where they are. I would also recommend Maupin's other books.
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Very pleased
) The item received was just as it was described by seller. The item was shipped very promptly and I received quickly. Very pleased with the purchase. Great price
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Pure delight!!The sequel to the classic "Tales of the City" series is every bit as great! I had hoped and dreamed that someday I could revist San Francisco, with Michael and Co. We are all grown up now, I am as gray and gay as the characters. worth every penny!!
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Michael MaupinAuthor Armistead Maupin insists this is not another book in his incredible series "Tales of the City." I am so happy to say he is lying. :)
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