We Laugh, We Cry, We Cook: Mom and Daughter Audiobook
We Laugh, We Cry, We Cook is Becky Johnson and Rachel Randolph’s audiobook about a mother-daughter relationship, family life, humor, and food. Its stories are paired with recipes, including vegan options, making it a fit for listeners interested in both family memoir and cooking.
At a glance
- Stories follow Becky Johnson and her daughter Rachel Randolph through family life and Rachel’s transition to motherhood.
- The narrative mixes humor and personal stories with recipes, including vegan dishes.
- The book describes food as a way to care for family and friends with different preferences.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines family stories with recipes rather than focusing solely on either memoir or cooking.
- The described recipes include vegan options alongside varied family meals.
- Customer feedback describes the book as readable, humorous, and thoughtful about family life.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Length | 4 hours and 56 minutes |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Language | English |
| Author | Becky Johnson, see all |
| Narrator | Becky Becky Johnson, see all |
| Publication date | August 6, 2013 |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for a warm, humorous mother-daughter family story with food and recipes.
- Readers interested in family-life reflections and vegan recipe ideas.
Less suited to
- Anyone seeking a standalone cookbook or a recipe-only audio program.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as readable and enjoyable, highlighting its humor, family-life reflections, and helpful vegan recipes. Some feedback also notes that it includes both joys and heartaches. That combination suits listeners seeking a personal story alongside food content, though recipe details may be less handy to consult in audio than in print.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as readable and enjoyable.
- Feedback highlights humor and thoughtful insights about family life.
- Customers praise the inclusion of vegan recipes.
Mixed feedback
- One customer observation notes that the book includes both life’s joys and heartaches, so its tone is not limited to lighthearted stories.
Frequently asked questions
What is We Laugh, We Cry, We Cook about?
It brings together Becky Johnson and Rachel Randolph’s stories about family life, their relationship, and food, with recipes included.
Does the audiobook include recipes?
The listing describes recipes throughout, including vegan options. An audio format may not be convenient for consulting recipe details while cooking.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 4 hours and 56 minutes.
Is this an abridged recording?
The listing identifies the audiobook as unabridged.
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