Bernadette is not your ordinary mom.  But then, none of the characters in this book can pass for normal.  Bernadette checked out long before her family wondered where she went.  The book is funny and witty, but it doesn't manage to hide some significant heart peeking from underneath.Told from daughter Bee's point of view, the crazy parts of the world seem saner than they should.  There are also lots of notes and lists and correspondence with Bernadette's personal assistant Manjula, quite a story in itself.  Then there's Microsoft and Antarctica.I listened to an audio edition narrated by Kathleen Wilhoite.  Her voice was dynamic, enthusiastic, even screechy when necessary, and altogether right for this book.  It was easy to tell when she switched from Bee's voice to one of the emails or other non-narrative sections.Quite entertaining and fun. 

Question: How is the author is amusing?
Answer: The book is funny and witty