Kerry was a great host and her apartment was perfect, located in an exciting neighborhood in Brooklyn with interesting restaurants and cafes and good access to the subway. Her apartment is air conditioned, which was really useful since NYC was quite hot while I was there. The north facing windows in my room provided plenty of light without heat, and the shades were effective in blocking the summer morning light. Kerry was very helpful in steering me towards good restaurants, giving me directions (including maps), and advising me about transport options. She made me welcome in her home, and invited me to use her kitchen and hang out in her living room. She works at home and although she was very busy with her writing we talked a lot in the mornings and evenings. She is warm, a terrific storyteller and quite entertaining.