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Summary: A sub-standard knockoff of Bridget Jones's Diary
Review: While I enjoyed certain aspects of this book, the thought that constantly hovered over me was, "this book is almost exactly the same as Bridget Jones's Diary!" Let's see, young single woman works a crappy job, has difficulty controlling various aspects of her life, is constantly lying and then getting caught in lies, hits rock bottom and then all of a sudden, quite miraculously by chance her whole life is turned around by a well-timed (and lucky) decision and simultaneously lands gorgeous millionaire....sound a bit like Bridget Jones? Yeah, I thought so too. The only difference is that BJD is so much funnier and more believable and more LIKEABLE. I can't see why this book was ever published. If you're in the market for a funny read go with Bridget Jones's Diary and the sequel, The Edge of Reason by Helen Fielding. Much, MUCH better.
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Summary: Very Entertaining
Review: I really enjoyed reading this book. I thought it was a light and easy read. I enjoyed it so much that I read the other two Sophie Kinsella books. (Shopalohic takes Manhattan & Shopalohic ties the knot). This book was a great book and I'd read it again!
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Summary: Good, but not great
Review: I borrowed this book from a friend, and was pretty glad I didn't buy it myself. No, it's not a bad book, but, it's not great. The main character - Rebecca - is amazingly self-centered and concieted. Basically, in "Confessions of a Shopaholic" Rebecca Bloomwood has a problem. She shops all the time, and charges everything, but can't pay the bills, with the cruddy job she has. When Becky tries to quit, things get even worse ~ she can't stop buying things. Finally, the bank keeps calling, and she moves in with her parents. This book is funny, but the only reason it got 4 stars is because Becky's too self-centered. I really liked it, but some of the British lingo was confusing (Ex: in London, "pissed" means drunk). This is overall a good - and funny - book.
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Summary: An Autobiography For The Dedicated Shoppers
Review: This is the story of Becky Bloomwood a herione for all addicted shoppers. I first picked up this book based on it's title "shopaholic" something I have confessed to be on many occasions. As I read through this book I said to myself this is my biography. This is a hillarious romp through the retail stores, visa statements, and job boredom of all our lives. I recommend this book highly for those of us who want a great laugh out loud book as well as one that makes us take the time to ponder our own lives (although just for a momement before we move on to the next hillarious adventure). This is a wonderful book for for a fun light read. A great beach read.
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Summary: Amazing Read!
Review: I love this book , its a refreshing read. I couldn't put it down and finished it within a day.
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Summary: Get real...
Review: By the time I got to the Chapter where Becky honestly thought she was going to win the lottery and have it solve all her financial problems, I began to wonder what level of intelligence the audience who made this book a best-seller had? Then I began to wonder what kind of intelligence I had to borrow it from a friend and begin to read it. That situation wasn't funny. It was downright annoying. So much so that even though I assumed this book was supposed to be a fun and carefree read, I was getting more and more ansty as I read on. Half way through, I slammed it shut with disgust.The character of Becky is annoying, pety, frivolous, irritating and takes the word stupid and naive to a whole new level. I can't believe that women in the world can relate to her. If that's the case, I don't hold out much hope for our gender's future. If you want smart sarcastic chick-lit humour with women who have a brain, go read a Karen Templeton or Sarah Mlynowski book. Save your money on this one...
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Summary: Quick Read, Somewhat Funny, Pretty Unbelievable
Review: If you want a quick "beach" read to keep you busy, this book has a bit of humor and entertainment for just that. But the character is just way too annoying, stupid, and ignorant for me to get that attached (even though I, myself, am a total shopaholic). I definitely recommend "Good in Bed" by Weiner instead if you want something quick, funny and with some real value. I won't be reading the other two in the trilogy.
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Summary: A must buy
Review: I am a college student and I absolutley loved this book. I could not put it down, even when I had homework to do. Whether or not you love to shop, this is a great book. The two that follow this get even better and better. You will love all three of them and I promise you will be recomending them to all your friends. I recomended it to my mother who continues to recomend it to her friends everyday. Go out and buy it right now, at least thats what Becky Bloomwood (main character) would say!
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Summary: Words can't describe how GREAT this book is!
Review: Wow. I read this book in one day - it was that fabulous! As this book has received many reviews so far, I won't review the plot here - but I will say that if you are into brit chic lit, this book will not disappoint. I laughed out loud when I read this book. I love when that happens. I can't wait to read the next two installments - and I hope there are even more in the future!
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Summary: Confessions of a Shopaholic
Review: Very funny - hard to put down. This book was highly entertaining. Both my 14 year old daughter and I enjoyed it immensely.
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