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This hilarious offering from Jay Cronley chronicles the lives of sports writer Andy Farmer and his wife Elizabeth following their move from the big city to a house just outside of a small town. Pretend the Chevy Chase film doesn't exist, it doesn't hold a candle to this novel. Highly recommended for those not likely to die due to laughing related causes. This hilarious offering from Jay Cronley chronicles the lives of sports writer Andy Farmer and his wife Elizabeth following their move from the big city to a house just outside of a small town. Pretend the Chevy Chase film doesn't exist, it doesn't hold a candle to this novel. Highly recommended for those not likely to die due to laughing related causes. ...more
Stupid, mindless, fun. Funny, easy, read. Good enough for a few laughs.
Funny Farm is funny! It is non-stop action in this one. One aspect I quite liked about it was that the townspeople weren't truly malicious or out to get the newcomers. They were just quirky and crazy. Looking forward to the other Jay Cronley books! Funny Farm is funny! It is non-stop action in this one. One aspect I quite liked about it was that the townspeople weren't truly malicious or out to get the newcomers. They were just quirky and crazy. Looking forward to the other Jay Cronley books! ...more
This was undoubtedly one of the worst books I have ever read. I was so disappointed because I loved the movie. I read this book as fast as I could, just to get it over. I didn't find it funny at all and couldn't stand how the author referred to the main character by his full name throughout the book. He was introduced in the first sentence as Andy Farmer. There were no other Andy's in the book. Just freaking call him Andy! You didn't call his wife by both names all the time. Maybe it was to get This was undoubtedly one of the worst books I have ever read. I was so disappointed because I loved the movie. I read this book as fast as I could, just to get it over. I didn't find it funny at all and couldn't stand how the author referred to the main character by his full name throughout the book. He was introduced in the first sentence as Andy Farmer. There were no other Andy's in the book. Just freaking call him Andy! You didn't call his wife by both names all the time. Maybe it was to get the word count up. This was so horrible, I might have to wait awhile before I watch the movie again! ...more
It was a fun story and I usually don't like books like this. It make me laugh. It was a fun story and I usually don't like books like this. It make me laugh. ...more
Very, very funny. I especially like the scene where the movers have trouble on the road.
Different and yet the same as the movie, but a quick read. The Farmers were certainly more malicious to each other in print than they were on screen. Also couldn't quite get used to the clearly middle America setting where the movie is in Vermont. To me this is one of the cases where the movie is better than the book. Different and yet the same as the movie, but a quick read. The Farmers were certainly more malicious to each other in print than they were on screen. Also couldn't quite get used to the clearly middle America setting where the movie is in Vermont. To me this is one of the cases where the movie is better than the book. ...more
It was supposed to be funny but I didn't even get a chuckle It was supposed to be funny but I didn't even get a chuckle ...more
Cute but politically incorrect. I read it because I adore the movie.
It was funny, but not funny enough that I want to see the movie. City folk move to the country and hijinks ensue.
Actual: 3.5/5 Most of us are familiar with the film adaptation starring Chevy Chase and a host of familiar character actors. The movie largely follows the book, though they diverge a bit in the last third. If you liked the movie, you'll probably like the book.
This is a light, enjoyable read. It's a little sharp in places, and in different hands this could be a horror novel. But you'll still laugh. If you haven't seen the 80s movie, I think you'll find it even more enjoyable.
It's good enough to
Actual: 3.5/5 Most of us are familiar with the film adaptation starring Chevy Chase and a host of familiar character actors. The movie largely follows the book, though they diverge a bit in the last third. If you liked the movie, you'll probably like the book.
This is a light, enjoyable read. It's a little sharp in places, and in different hands this could be a horror novel. But you'll still laugh. If you haven't seen the 80s movie, I think you'll find it even more enjoyable.
It's good enough to make me want to read Crowley's other comic novels. It's rare to find a good humor (fiction) author.
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The film Funny Farm is one of my favourite Chevy Chase flicks and this is the book upon which it was based - it's a light read, even as it deals with a slide into alcoholism and a flirtation with divorce: both of these themes are dealt with in the film and it's entertaining to see how closely the two match, except for one sub-plot involving Andy Farmer and a character not seen in the film, a failed lobster industrialist, who devise a plan to swindle a bingo game. Definitely entertaining and high
The film Funny Farm is one of my favourite Chevy Chase flicks and this is the book upon which it was based - it's a light read, even as it deals with a slide into alcoholism and a flirtation with divorce: both of these themes are dealt with in the film and it's entertaining to see how closely the two match, except for one sub-plot involving Andy Farmer and a character not seen in the film, a failed lobster industrialist, who devise a plan to swindle a bingo game. Definitely entertaining and high-spirited, recommended.
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This is one of my favorite movies, a rare instance where the movie is better. The whole fun holiday part isn't even really part of the book. But much was followed, like actual lines taken for script, the crazy mailman, the runaway dog, etc. Great stuff that they made shine, and edited well to not retain what wasn't as polished. This is one of my favorite movies, a rare instance where the movie is better. The whole fun holiday part isn't even really part of the book. But much was followed, like actual lines taken for script, the crazy mailman, the runaway dog, etc. Great stuff that they made shine, and edited well to not retain what wasn't as polished. ...more
This was a bit too lose for comfort as my husband and I had many similar experiences during our transition to the country. Very funny stuff.
Humerous at times, but nothing I couldn't part with. Humerous at times, but nothing I couldn't part with. ...more
Jay Cronley (1948 - February 27, 2017) was a former columnist for the Tulsa World and the author of many works of humorous fiction.Many of Cronley's novels have been made into feature films including, Good Vibes, Quick Change, Funny Farm and Cheap Shot.
Jay Cronley (1948 - February 27, 2017) was a former columnist for the Tulsa World and the author of many works of humorous fiction.Many of Cronley's novels have been made into feature films including, Good Vibes, Quick Change, Funny Farm and Cheap Shot.
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