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Summary: As good as "Riders"? I think so!
Review: "Riders" was my first introduction to Jilly Cooper as a horse-crazed teenager, but since then I've enjoyed most of her books, not just the horsey ones. That said, "Riders" and "Polo" are my favorites! Coming from the show-jumping world myself, where "Riders" centers, I didn't know (or care) much about the upper-crust world of polo. That all changed once I entered the world of Perdita, Luke, and Ricky! Sure, Perdita's often an extremely unsympathetic character -- but aren't we all? Her all-too-human tendencies are what make her such an engrossing character, and even though she doesn't seem to deserve a saint like Luke -- isn't that what we all hope for? A person who can look past our failings. While another reader calls her characters one-dimensional, I strongly disagree. Jilly has created characters that readers such as myself absolutely PRAY will show up again in future books -- it's that hard to put them away at the end. You don't create that kind of interest in one-dimensional characters. Please, Jilly, keep writing about these people we love! And while you're at it, write another horsey book!
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Summary: I See a Pattern
Review: "Riders" was my first introduction to Jilly Cooper as a horse-crazed teenager, but since then I've enjoyed most of her books, not just the horsey ones. That said, "Riders" and "Polo" are my favorites! Coming from the show-jumping world myself, where "Riders" centers, I didn't know (or care) much about the upper-crust world of polo. That all changed once I entered the world of Perdita, Luke, and Ricky! Sure, Perdita's often an extremely unsympathetic character -- but aren't we all? Her all-too-human tendencies are what make her such an engrossing character, and even though she doesn't seem to deserve a saint like Luke -- isn't that what we all hope for? A person who can look past our failings. While another reader calls her characters one-dimensional, I strongly disagree. Jilly has created characters that readers such as myself absolutely PRAY will show up again in future books -- it's that hard to put them away at the end. You don't create that kind of interest in one-dimensional characters. Please, Jilly, keep writing about these people we love! And while you're at it, write another horsey book!
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Summary: A "10 goal" story!
Review: Enjoyable and thoroughly entertaining! Cooper's characters are colorful and fresh, and stay that way until the very end. I also applaud her ability to weave her story from a sport that very few know much about. For those that are new to the game, polo (the sport) is a true drama; not only of egoes and money, but more importantly of horse lovers(wealthy or not). It is a drama that Cooper manages to credibly capture; not only from the sidelines, but from those involved on the field as well(players, grooms and patrons). Jilly you most certainly did your homework! As warm weather comes, Polo is one of those books you may find yourself reading each summer again and again. Humor, romance, tradgedy, and action. There is something in it for everyone.
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Summary: Still my favourite
Review: Even better than Riders. Luke is the man we all dream of.
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Summary: too good to put down
Review: i had heard of jilly cooper before i read this book but i didnt think that her books were for me, boy was i wrong. i couldent put it down i even went to the extent of bringing it into college so that i could find out what perdita was up in between my classes. it was absolutly spellbinding stuff. and as a result i have gone on to read many more of her books and loved them all. she describes everything so brilliantly that you get a perfect image of these people in your head. she brings you to a world that we all think we would love to live in.
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Summary: mad cap hilarity!!!
Review: I have never come across a book which makes me laugh out loud; so much so, that my neighbours had their fingers poised to dial the emergency services! The story tells of Perdita McCleod who dreams of making it into the international world of polo playing. Within that is the separate stories of Ricky France Lynch and a host of other characters which I wish I knew personally. Their antics are hilarious (if sometimes unbelievable) but that is what good fiction is supposed to deliver. If you want LAUGH OUT LOUD comedy fun (albeit with a cast of shady characters) then this book is for you. I loved the fact that every character is flawed (unlike other books where everyone is perfect)and that they don't always deal with life situations in a rational way. I also love how Jilly combines English aristocracy with the humble labourer as well. It works so well in these times! I recommend this book to anyone who needs a laugh in their life.
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Summary: mad cap hilarity!!!
Review: I have never come across a book which makes me laugh out loud; so much so, that my neighbours had their fingers poised to dial the emergency services! The story tells of Perdita McCleod who dreams of making it into the international world of polo playing. Within that is the separate stories of Ricky France Lynch and a host of other characters which I wish I knew personally. Their antics are hilarious (if sometimes unbelievable) but that is what good fiction is supposed to deliver. If you want LAUGH OUT LOUD comedy fun (albeit with a cast of shady characters) then this book is for you. I loved the fact that every character is flawed (unlike other books where everyone is perfect)and that they don't always deal with life situations in a rational way. I also love how Jilly combines English aristocracy with the humble labourer as well. It works so well in these times! I recommend this book to anyone who needs a laugh in their life.
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Summary: Brilliant! My favorite in the series thus far!!
Review: I LOVE Jilly Cooper!!! I LOVED this book! What a fantastic story!! What FABULOUS characters!!I never know where Cooper's books are gonna go..she is NEVER predictable!!! I was so wrapped up in Luke that I couldnt stand it!!! This was a wildly entertaining book written by a wildly brilliant author, overflowing with Shocking characters, numerous storylines, and just sooo much fun!! I have no idea how Jilly Cooper manages to tie it all together..but, WOW! What a keeper!
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Summary: Great Juicy Read, A Great Ride All the Way
Review: Jilly Cooper writes a book in the one-time bestseller style readers in America ate up with a spoon--chock full of fascinating characters, real human dilemmas, and glamorous action. You can virtually never find them now from American publishers. The characters are delightfully riveting, some good, some bad, but always totally alive, and I especially liked the character of Daisy, the mother, though Perdita was largely a pill apart from her love of animals, and had to learn to be a better human being in the course of the book. Luke was the man every woman wants for her very own.Jilly Cooper is a supreme spinner of tales!
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Summary: Polled Over!
Review: Polo comes after Riders and Rivals. It maintains the same backdrop and high flying jet setting lifestyle. Cooper maintains the humour and raunchy goings on as her last novels. However, the main character of Polo is Perdita, with whom I gradually began to loathe. However, Polo is good escapism, with some really good twists and turns in the plot. I have always felt that some of Cooper's dialogue was contrived, and this marred my enjoyment of one of the best scenes towards the end of the book. It's an enjoyable read
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