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Fleishman is in Trouble
Book • 2019
The novel follows Toby Fleishman, a 41-year-old hepatologist, and his wife Rachel, a successful talent agent, as they navigate their divorce.
The story is narrated by Toby's college friend Libby, who serves as a stand-in for the author.
The book examines the reversal of traditional gender roles, with Rachel as the primary breadwinner and Toby as the secondary earner.
It also critiques the affluent Manhattan professional class and explores the challenges of modern marriage, parenting, and the impact of dating apps on relationships.
The narrative delves into the complexities of their 14-year marriage and the events that led to its breakdown, while also reflecting on Libby's own life and experiences.
The story is narrated by Toby's college friend Libby, who serves as a stand-in for the author.
The book examines the reversal of traditional gender roles, with Rachel as the primary breadwinner and Toby as the secondary earner.
It also critiques the affluent Manhattan professional class and explores the challenges of modern marriage, parenting, and the impact of dating apps on relationships.
The narrative delves into the complexities of their 14-year marriage and the events that led to its breakdown, while also reflecting on Libby's own life and experiences.
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Mentioned by Taffy Brodesser-Ackner during her interview.
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Mentioned by 
Tonya Mosley as 
Taffy Brodesser-Akner 's first best-selling book, which was adapted into an FX on Hulu series.
Tonya Mosley as Taffy Brodesser-Akner 's first best-selling book, which was adapted into an FX on Hulu series.
Taffy Brodesser-Akner Writes Real People — Not Likable Ones
Mentioned by Tanya Mosley as a novel adapted into an FX/Hulu series.
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Recommended by Claire Danes, who was urged by her best friend to read it because of its ending.
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