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Summary: A great page-turner!
Review: Although it took a chapter or two to get into this book, once you were there you couldn't stop. This is an amazing book which talks about the struggles of the older days. It explains how Naomi has to deal with love, school, work, and family and how much harder it is for her since she is a Black woman. The book goes on to show that with enough determination you can go on to do anything that you want. The book also does a great job of showing us younger kids just how bad it was in the older days for the blacks. The book was very fast paced so it was easy to read in just two days. The author did a great job of making me laugh and cry. I was able to put myself in Naomi shoes in some cases and understand exactly how she felt. This is a very well written book that can be enjoyed by both young and old!
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Summary: Intriguing and familiar
Review: Big Girls Don't Cry is entertaining and yet very familiar. Those of us who grew up in the 60's and 70's can relate to Naomi Jefferson's different predicaments and how she handles life's ups and downs. Naomi appears so grown up at times and yet she is a little intimidated by life. At the very beginning of the story, Naomi lets you know she has a mind of her own and challenges any decisions that are made on her behalf. But as she goes through adolescense and into womanhood, she loses some of that self-confidence when it comes to her relationships with men. She isn't very rational at times and falls into the trap of letting herself become a door mat for these men that she so-calls, loves. I love the way, Ms. Briscoe leads you into Naomi's life so much that you find yourself wondering what is going to happen to her next or you think that's it, she hits you with another twist to the story and you cannot put the book down. We have all been there at some time in our life. It's facinating to read how someone else handles the dilemmas of life.
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Summary: This one belongs on your shelf!
Review: Big Girls Don't Cry is such an excellent book. I was totally enthralled by the story, the characters, the sub-plots, etc. Ms. Naomi had her moments, both good and bad, but for the most part she was a very realistic and likeable character. Dean was my boy. I was so happy when the those two cut all of the crap and gave into their feelings for each other. Y'all I was in tears by the last page, tears of joy because I was so delighted that everybody got it together and "lived happily ever after." (Call it corny, but I'm a sucker for awell-crafted, happy ending.) I really appreciate Connie Briscoe's writing style. She doesn't pour the profanity on too thick, she develops her characters very well, and her love scenes are tasteful and passionate. All I want to know is when girlfriend's next book is coming out...I am in need to read another contemporary classic from this talented sista.
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Summary: If you buy one book in your whole life, buy this one.
Review: I read this book a few years ago. After I read it, the book went right around my office, about eight (yes, eight) of my colleagues read it. I have given three copies to my friends and family as presents. And when my niece is old enough to read then I will buy it for her. This book will touch you like no other book you have EVER read in your life. It will educate, inspire, motivate and uplift you. It will make you cry and laugh out loud at the same time. I don't want to give too much away but please buy it, buy it, buy it.
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Summary: Not one of the best, but worth the read!!!!!
Review: I read this book sometime ago, because everybody was talking what a good book it was, it was good but not great. If you're looking for an average read this book is for you, with a little work Connie has great potential.
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Summary: 100% inspiration
Review: If you've ever felt confused, depressed, afraid to conquer or lack the determination to move ahead with your goals... this book is for you. After reading this book I found the courage to proceed with a lot of my life goals. I have found a new determination and I am confident I will succeed.
Every emotion that Naomi describes, the reader will also experience this emotional rollercoaster. Not only is the book an inspiration but so is the author, Mrs Connie Briscoe. Read about her life story and you will surely find that there are no reasons why you too can not succeed.
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Summary: Outstanding!!!
Review: Ms. Briscoe has done a wonderful job in "Big Girls Don't Cry". This book will capture your attention, heart and soul. Naomi became my sister instantly as I related to her character. I could not put this book down and as a former television addict, that means alot!
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Summary: Outstanding!!!
Review: Ms. Briscoe has done a wonderful job in "Big Girls Don't Cry". This book will capture your attention, heart and soul. Naomi became my sister instantly as I related to her character. I could not put this book down and as a former television addict, that means alot!
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Summary: Can you relate?
Review: Something I've realized after discussing various books with folks from differing backgrounds; if you can't relate, it's a little harder to digest. It's amazing that I had this book on my shelf at least three years before I realized it was there. After the urging of a friend, I finally read it. I was not disappointed. Though the ending is a bit "cinderella-ish," it's worth reading. Reading it, I felt as if there were a few people I knew who could fit the mold of Naomi. Everyone, at some point or another, goes through major life crises that causes an assessment of goals set as children. From that we refocus our aims and move forward whole-heartedly with a renewed since of purpose. Naomi did it and became a success. Can you relate?
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Summary: Big Girls Don't Cry
Review: This book was borrowed to me and I have to say I simply could not put it down. From the start I was draw to the characters and began to feel what they felt and thought. As as British black woman I had no trouble relating to the trials and tribulations that took place and felt a strong affinity with the main character. Connie Briscoe has, with her written works, inpsprired me to aim higher and not give in. I tell my children that they can be anything they wan't to be and so can . Thank you for very inspirational peace of work.
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