Elizabeth from Maine writes, "Becoming Auma is among the best books I have read in the past 3 years and tops the list for 2007. I heard Geaumont on a local radio station, loved the premise and purchased the novel for 2 family members. After one was done with it, I had the pleasure of reading it. In my experience women have the closest bonds with one another. Geaumont captures this exquisitely. I have never recommended a novel to people that I do not know. This is the first. Enjoy!"

Jessica from Ohio shares, "This novel is a wonderful account of truly unique friendships and their impact on life. Extremely difficult to put down, Melinda J. Geaumont's novel flows through the life of it's main character seamlessly. This novel should touch everyone in its account of 'life isn't always what we set out for it to be' and the grace and hilarity that we can choose to face our 'tramas' with. Friends are the family that you choose for yourself and we should all be so blessed as 'Auma' and her girlfriends. A great read, makes a perfect gift for that special person(s) in your own life."

Linda from New York comments, "Reading Becoming Auma by Melinda Josiah Geaumont is like being part of an incredible journey. As a circle never ends and the fabric of this circle is what gives it strength, so goes this story of a circle of friends whose individual threads of life are interwoven to create an everlasting quilt of love and companionship. Auma is a story every woman should read. It gives you the feeling of belonging, as you share the incredible journey of one sister in the Society who relives her life through the lives of her lifelong friends. I laughed and cried as Auma reminisced of her life's journey. The beautiful relationships that Auma created with her friends were special, but more than that, the relationship she shared with her daughter and granddaughter is one of admiration. "Becoming Auma" gives us reason to reflect on our own lives, as well as, to live in the moment and be thankful for all the blessings that have been given to us. A must read!"

Robin from Maine says, ". . . I thank Auma for helping me relive so many of my own life's gifts, happy and sad. Becoming Auma is a delightful, well-written book and I will never forget her or her story. As I read this book in record time. . . 2 days. . . I felt the emotion come from the pages. When Auma was thrilled - I was thrilled, when Auma had a tough decision to make - I worried right along with her, and when Auma faced the cancer which would ultimately change her perspective on life - I was dizzy with worry. As a woman, someone's best friend, and a proud mother of one of Auma's "special kids", I was unable to put this book down. I could relate to Auma and her words, and isn't that what a book is supposed to do? Thank you Auma for reminding me how precious every single moment is! . . . I highly recommend Becoming Auma and I am anxious to read the next book that you delight us with!"

Fran from California comments, "Reading this novel from a young adult's perspective, I was very inspired! I loved reading about all of Auma's friends, especially Lynn and all her adventures! I really hope that I have friends like that in my lifetime. I feel like I have come to know all of Auma's family and her children. Elizabeth's incident with the permanent marker was hilarious! Reading about the beanbag episode was so descriptive that I felt it that was something that I could have done myself as a child! This book is great for anyone that wants a good laugh, cry, or both at the same time! Auma's positive perspective throughout her life was amazing and a reminder to always see the cup half full."

Cathleen from Maine writes, "I received my package from Amazon yesterday, started reading Becoming Auma by Melinda Josiah Geaumont and couldn't put it down! This is a true story of the power of women's friendships and the amazing need they fulfill in our lives. This book will make you laugh and cry as the author takes you through the trials and tribulations of her life while encouraging your own self-reflection. . . As the author says there is never enough dancing in our lives, yet this group of amazing women finds the time to dance through the despair and the blessings. Searching for the balance in life is a juggling act for young mothers that carries us through all the stages of our lives and brings us full cycle as our children grow into adults and we face the aging stages of our parents. The poignant story is a must-read and a powerful affirmation of the spirit of women and friendship as the "Ya-Ya Sisterhood" was before. Becoming Auma motivates women to press on despite adversity and to enjoy the ride along the way. As a first novel, this work is incredible and I'm sure there will be more to come from Melinda Josiah Geaumont!"

Robin from New York says, "A lovely, fun, thought-provoking story of one amazing woman's life and her wonderful friendships. It reminds me of "The Five People You Meet in Heaven", in that the choices Auma made throughout her life affected others' lives. It is an inspirational story and has many "ah ha" moments where you think to yourself "that's how I feel, if only I could put it into words!" I love the incredible spirit of sisterhood, friendship and joy these women have and how they love and support each other through difficult times as well as day to day and month to month when they gather to play Bunko. It was wonderful to remember each stage of my own life through Auma's life. I laughed, I cried and was so happy that Auma's life was so rich and full and that I could experience it myself and feel a part of it by reading her wonderful, touching life story. I feel this book changed how I think about my own life and recommend it wholeheartedly!"

Michelle from Maine shares, "I received your book in the mail yesterday and just finished reading it. It's an incredible read, helping me reminisce my own stages of life to this point. Balance is what we all need to find and reading your book reminds me of that. Auma and I have a lot in common with thoughts of things that happen for us to learn from and it's all in God's hands. We need to have faith and with faith we will undoubtedly find our balance."