L. A. Woman

Rating:
Summary: Not what I thought it would be
Review: While the story was captivating to a point. I guess It was just not enough to keep me interested.

Rating:
Summary: Not terrible
Review: While this book wasn't terrible, it wasn't great either. I think it's pretty good for a first effort though. The author possesses pretty tight plotting skills and draws great secondary characters. As far as weaknesses in the book (not counting typos), the author could do a lot more showing rather than just telling. The use of Doors songs as titles was pointless since the book didn't have the tone of a Doors song. Plus with all the pop culture references, I was disappointed that there weren't any Kids Incorporated jokes about Martika's name. As much as I liked Sarah's transformation, I got sick of reading about her Powerpuff Girls voice; I don't know why it bothered me. Also, I wish the author could have spent more time on character development. Maybe it's just me, but for once I'd like to read a chick lit book where the characters aren't obsessed with designer labels. All in all, I think Cathy Yardley has a knack for writing and I look forward to more of her works.

Rating:
Summary: Not terrible
Review: While this book wasn't terrible, it wasn't great either. I think it's pretty good for a first effort though. The author possesses pretty tight plotting skills and draws great secondary characters. As far as weaknesses in the book (not counting typos), the author could do a lot more showing rather than just telling. The use of Doors songs as titles was pointless since the book didn't have the tone of a Doors song. Plus with all the pop culture references, I was disappointed that there weren't any Kids Incorporated jokes about Martika's name. As much as I liked Sarah's transformation, I got sick of reading about her Powerpuff Girls voice; I don't know why it bothered me. Also, I wish the author could have spent more time on character development. Maybe it's just me, but for once I'd like to read a chick lit book where the characters aren't obsessed with designer labels. All in all, I think Cathy Yardley has a knack for writing and I look forward to more of her works.