I had the privilege of meeting the author recently and she absolutely sold me on the idea of this book. Her passion for her work and animals came through loud and clear in person and in her writing. Her bravery to travel through China and accept a work assignment in a language she didn't know was incredible. Her love for animals and their companionship will melt your heart.

Lisa Cheek's unique experience as a film editor traveling to China to assist in the making of the original Cinderella was such a fun read. Her love however for Ron Howard, her pup was shown immensely in this lovable book. Dog lovers see life differently and caring for those around her and being cared for in return when she needed it I felt was a theme throughout. Even while traveling abroad those in need found safety and "home" in her care. The quick chapters made it easy to pick up and put down when needed but in the end I read this delightful debut in one day. The story bouncing back and forth through present day and childhood was interesting, I would have enjoyed more of a resolution there. All in all this read was well worth it, her love for Ron Howard ran deep which made me love her for that. Her enjoyment of taking in the unknown and accepting a job so far from her comfort zone made me want to dive in.

Appreciated Lisa’s perspective and her love of dogs/animals. Some of the writing and dialogue could have been more polished overall.

Sit, Cinderella, Sit by Lisa Cheek is a memoir that blends humor and heart, recounting the author’s unexpected journey from editing TV commercials to working on a film project in remote China. The narrative offers glimpses into her personal growth, the challenges of navigating a foreign culture, and the connections she forms with locals, including a translator and a fellow traveler named Sunny. Cheek’s storytelling is candid, and there are moments of warmth and humor that shine through, especially in her reflections on overcoming language barriers and rescuing stray dogs.

However, for me, the book fell short in creating a strong emotional connection. I struggled to fully engage with Lisa’s journey. While the story touches on themes of self-discovery and resilience, I didn’t find myself compelled by her experiences. That said, readers who enjoy lighthearted memoirs with a dash of adventure may still appreciate Cheek’s perspective on navigating life's unexpected challenges.

engaging and really fun memoir about an interesting person's pivot into editing a film abroad. 5 stars. tysm for thea rc.

I love memoirs...above all I love memoirs that show me a world or a situation that I know nothing about. I wasn't sure what to expect when I started this book but I was deftly pulled through by the author who knew exactly where she wanted to take me.
From LA to China I was carried on an amazing journey about filmmaking. The saga was peppered with insights of the author's life growing up, her career in editing and her relationships with her dog.
It was both endearing and poignant.
Without giving anything away, I had to hold my breath as I got to the end for my hope that like the story of Cinderella, there would be a happy ending. Well worth the read.

Lisa Cheek does a fantastic job in writing the memoir. I appreciated getting to hear her story and going on this journey of self-discovery with her. It was written in a way that was engaging to the reader and I was hooked from the first page and enjoyed the overall concept.

I absolutely loved this tale of a woman finding her power and passion at a late age. I enjoyed it so much and I hope it inspire woman to do the same.