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Summary: A VERY DISAPPOINTING READ
Review: I was hoping that this would be a fun book to read, like several of the other books of this genre (e.g, Bergdorf Blondes, Can You Keep a Secret, Trading Up, etc.). Unfortunately, this book was very disappointing and the intended satire was lost on me.This book is definitely worth missing, but if you choose to read it anyway and find it disappointing, don't forget that I told you so.
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Summary: Simply awful
Review: I was surprised to discover that the authors of this book actually grew up in the privileged world they write about. The novel was so filled with wooden stereotypes of socialites that it could have been written by anyone. In fact, all of the characters are stereotypes -- the stiff, British butler, the hot-blooded Hispanic mistress, ad nauseum. If you're looking for witty writing (save for a few unusually snappy lines, the writing is below average at best), interesting characters, or an absorbing plot, look elsewhere. I struggled to make it to page 100 before casting this book aside.
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Summary: Absolutely pathetic
Review: I wish I'd read these reviews before wasting my time and money on this book. Poorly written and somewhat aimless. The characters have no depth. There's nothing interesting or new here. Read the Publisher's Weekly review and save your money.
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Summary: Not even a beach book
Review: I would have given the "Nanny Diaries" 4 stars, and the "Devil Wears Prada" 3, with the understanding that we are not expecting literature from these books. This one was so formula based I could have told you the whole story after a few chapters. I thought it would at least provide a window to a different world, but it did not even accomplish that. My suggestion, don't bother.
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Summary: Fun fluff
Review: If you are looking for a masterpiece of fiction, this isn't it. If you want something a la Candace Bushnell, DEVIL WEARS PRADA or BERGDORF BLONDES, you will probably enjoy this book. The characters may not be likeable but this beach read offers a small glimpse in the darker side of New York High Society.
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Summary: Karasyov & Kargman what a debut!!!!!
Review: If you are the kind of person who likes to live life to the fullest and likes to read books that are fun, buy this book now! You will be howling with laughter and smiling all day. The authors have an instant fan base with this romp. I can't wait for their next book!
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Summary: Hilarious!
Review: In case you've ever wondered what really goes on in those snazzy New York buildings or behind those "Who me?" society "candids" (yeah, right--like those women don't spend hours primping and then hundreds of dollars buying christmas gifts for the photographers), this is the book for you. Written by two NYC gals who obviously know what they're talking about (there's no way they could make this stuff up), it is a great, light comedy with all the style of a Dominick Dunne book. I couldn't put it down. Even if you're not busy trying to figure out which real-life socialities inspired which characters, its fun plot and hilarious dialog and observations make it the perfect summer book. Buy it for yourself, but also as a hostess present or graduation present (a primer on how not to be, out in the real world). Great book. Lots of fun!
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Summary: Hilarious!
Review: In case you've ever wondered what really goes on in those snazzy New York buildings or behind those "Who me?" society "candids" (yeah, right--like those women don't spend hours primping and then hundreds of dollars buying christmas gifts for the photographers), this is the book for you. Written by two NYC gals who obviously know what they're talking about (there's no way they could make this stuff up), it is a great, light comedy with all the style of a Dominick Dunne book. I couldn't put it down. Even if you're not busy trying to figure out which real-life socialities inspired which characters, its fun plot and hilarious dialog and observations make it the perfect summer book. Buy it for yourself, but also as a hostess present or graduation present (a primer on how not to be, out in the real world). Great book. Lots of fun!
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Summary: Where do I begin...
Review: Let's face it, NOONE reads 'chick lit' for its intellectual content. It's literary junk food. Allows us to gleefully engage in a bit of schadenfreude, peeking into the dysfunctional lives of the (fictional) incredibly wealthy and powerful. To be sure, I prefer good quality, lyrically written, long and involved novels. However, I'm no literary snob. I wasn't an English major. I periodically binge on chick lit. Heck, I proudly admit it to my friends.
So why am I even bothering to submit a review? Because there are some standards that even chick lit should meet, specifically logical sentence structure and decent grammar. I realize that many authors are not masters of the written word, but heck, that's what editors are for! Add a wince inducing caricature of a demanding Latina mistress, and one is left wondering if there was any quality control exercised during the making of this book.
Why two stars? Because I actually finished it. Yeah the ending holds absolutely no surprises, but this book will provide a bit of a diversion. It's fluffy enough to follow even if your attention is centered elsewhere (really dull day at work, day at the park, etc). If you must purchase, (instead of borrowing from library) I'd advise buying it in paperback, on sale. Heck, you might even find yourself playing editor, and writing corrections in the margins. :-)
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Summary: How did this get published????
Review: One begs for a sympathetic character in this drivel. There are none. Worse, the writing is stilted, cliched and beyond cutsey. These two authors must have connections because I can't believe this book made it past a discriminating agent, let alone a publisher!
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