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Summary: Great girl book
Review: I loved this book. I found it a little slow at first. I kept wondering if the whole book would be following the main character around on her shopping sprees. A little tedious at first. But when the plot got going, I couldn't put it down. I would cringe at the messes she got herself in and found myself mentally screaming "no, don't do it". I bought this book and the sequel "Shopaholic takes Manhatten" at the same time. I'm so glad I did. Therefore, I was fortunate to have the second installment at my fingertips as I couldn't wait to see what trouble she would get herself into in NYC. Easy read. Great beach, bathtub, airplane, lazy day, etc. book to read.
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Summary: EXCELLENT BOOK
Review: I went to a book store wiith my sister so she could pick up a book she wanted and I saw "Confessions of a Shopaholic" and I thought to myself that sounds a bit like mee so when I read the first few chapters in the book store I could relate to Becky Bloomwood because I am also in debt. And she helped mee out a lot and I finshed reading this book
SO IN OTHER WORDS I RECOMMEND THIS BOOK!!
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Summary: fab, fab, fab!
Review: sophie kinsella gets it right in this lighthearted, down-to-earth story about a shopaholic. this isn't a book of literary substance but i don't believe the author intended it to be. this is a true-to-life story of a woman who spends beyond her means and how she comes to grips with "being up to my eyeballs in debt." i've been there, done that and (thank god) don't do it anymore. this was very funny and so true, you couldn't help but gobble it up. even the predictable "hook up" with luke is something many of us have experienced with some happy and not so happy results.read this when you need a break from the heavy, heartwrenching, thought provoking books on your reading list. just great, good fun! looking forward to the next 2 installments of becky bloomwood's life.
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Summary: These books are great!
Review: I love all the Shopaholic Books. Infact I was just in Europe and got the newest one. Shopaholic TIes the Knot, and it is just as funny as the first two. I strongly suggest you get it. I hope Sophie writes another one soon. I can't put these down!
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Summary: hysterical!
Review: If you find yourself shopping a little too much, this book is not only funny but may give you a quick trip back to reality.
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Summary: Absolutely Hilarious
Review: Engaging and witty from beginning to end, "Confessions of a Shopaholic" had me laughing out loud and cringing in sympathy.
Rebecca is a delightful and surprisingly complex character, and the first person narrative strengthens the novel. A thoroughly entertaining character and story make this definitely worth the read - more than once.
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Summary: For shopaholics everywhere!...
Review: This book is so funny. I loved this book caues from page one your hook! It's about a lady who can't stop shopping...now all her bills are over there limits and through out the book she tries finding ways to get out of debt. She also gets herself into some embarassing situations which at times your laughing but also thinkink "glad its not me".I'm reading the sequal to this book. Which I got for christmas,it's even better.
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Summary: Charge it!
Review: When I first picked up this book I thought that Becky Bloomwood represented all of us in the "recreational shopper" category. She loves clothing and makeup, cappuccinos and clearance sales. A few pages into this hilarious and pitiful story, however, I realized exactly what Kinsella meant when she labeled her young, quirky lead a "shopaholic". Ok, think "alcoholic", but replace the alcohol with leather boots, designer scarves and cashmere sweaters. Becky's spending habitb are the culmination of a society that demands financial responsibility while showering its consumers with an overwhelming array of sale ad's, credit card offers and product displays. So even while she's in debt up to her ears, avoiding over-due account notices and inventing excuses (such as her dog dying or her leg breaking) for late bank payments, she still can't get though one day without whipping out her Visa card and digging herself in deeper. Sound sad? Well, it gets better. Becky is a financial journalist for a popular money magazine, writing articles to help people manage their personal funds. No irony is lost in this story. There's something so validating about a character that spews out in black-and-white what half of us think but can't admit. "I honestly feel as though this piece of paper has nothing to do with me. Perhaps, if I carelessly let [this bill] drop down on the floor behind my computer, it will disappear. The cleaners will sweep it up and I can claim I never got it. They can't charge me for a bill I never received, can they?" Anyone who has ever anguished over their bulging credit account or fantasized about a computer glitch wiping the slate clean will feel a kinship with Becky, and anyone who hasn't will be humored by a glance inside this turmoil. To fix her sticky situation Becky goes through a series of self-improvement adventures, each designed to either "make more money" or "cut back" her spending. Of course she's doomed to repeat history no matter what idea she tries, and we, the readers, enjoy a good chuckle at her attempts. Every good story ends with a distinct feeling of closure, and Kinsella doesn't disappoint. I'll admit I was afraid that Becky would find the easy way out (by winning the lottery or falling into a high-paying job), but the irony continues when a financial blunder she makes in the fourth chapter of the book turns out to be the story that brings her fame, financial freedom and a little romance. I really enjoyed reading this book. The supporting characters are believable and detailed. Kinsella gives no physical description of Becky at all, so I was able to plug in any features I wanted without feeling like I was messing up the character she intended. I'm sticking with four stars for two reasons: (1) It's pretty predictable for the most part. There were a couple surprises for humor's sake that left me giggling, but as a whole we knew where this story was going. (2) If you've read Bridget Jones's Diary then this story line will be strangely familiar.
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Summary: Frightenly Realistic
Review: I love this book! As a very girly girl, I found this book delightful. Light, refreshing and fun, but not boring.
I laughed so hard, but, the characters definately remind me of my life. Sophie paints excellent word pictures and keeps the story moving briskly.
A definate girl book.
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Summary: Lighthearted and Funny!
Review: I really enjoyed this book and I finished it on a long plane ride. I recommend it to anyone who loves to shop and loves a little romance! You don't have to be single to enjoy this!!
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