Notes from the Underwire: Adventures from My Awkward and Lovely Life

Despite some highly publicized tragedies, I've never bought the Broken Child Star myth.  I've always thought that most of those who don't transition to an adult role (sometimes behind the scenes) in the entertainment industry live somewhat ordinary lives.  Quinn Cummings is one of those former stars now living as normal a life as anyone with a sense of humor and a job as a free lance writer can.  Tales from the Underwire, her first book, describes her life and how she got there.  Obtaining a cow's heart for her daughter to dissect, fighting off a catnip-addled cat while trying to sleep on the sofa, or fearing that she's about to walk into the cold open of Law & Order while posting fundraiser notices, she navigates modern life with an eye for everyday absurdities. It's the perfect commute book, segmented enough that you can put it down, but entertaining enough that you don't want to.