Rating:  Summary: Don't get your hopes up Review: As i picked up this book, i thought it would be very exciting and one of those books you cant put down. i was left frowning after the finish. as i really did enjoy the book while reading it, some parts were slow, as they are in all books. however, when i arrived at the ending i was left with more dissapointment then ever, a friend of mine felt the exact same way. so if you read it beware of the lousy feeling you will have when its all over.
Rating:  Summary: humorous yet serious look at romantic triangles Review: Between her advice on City FM radio station and her column, Lizzie Ford has become London's most popular Agony Aunt as her feedback is humorous yet practical. As successful and good her advice is, Lizzie is lonely until she meets copywriter Matt Baker at the office Christmas party when he rescues her from a bore.Matt and Lizzie are attracted to one another and begin to see each other until they fall in love. However, Matt finally reveals that he is married for the last five years to Rachel. Lizzie refuses to be the other woman even as she crosses her fingers that Matt's unhappy marriage ends and while she provides advice to a person who seems more like his wife. Readers desiring a humorous yet serious look at romantic triangles will enjoy Jane Sigaloff's warm romp. The story line is fun due to the first hand account by the lead female protagonist. Though the climax seems quite simplified after the gyrations of agony suffered by Lizzie, fans of contemporary tales will take delight with the lightening up of the other woman plot that is the focus of NAME & ADDRESS WITHHELD. Harriet Klausner
Rating:  Summary: The Worst Review: Gawd, why did I buy this book? Truth is the cover writing makes you think you are getting a story of a witty London working girl in the style of Bridget Jones or Confessions of a Shopaholic. What a let down. All of the characters are stereotypical with the exact same personality. Ridiculous coincidences---just very poorly written. Tried to get through it in the loo bur finally realised life is too short to suffer so. After 3/4 of the book I couldn't care less how it ends.
Rating:  Summary: Someone Needs to Hire a Copyeditor... Review: I agree with the other reviews here that this novel was poorly written and edited. It was difficult reading because there were so many typos and some sentences didn't make sense. These mistakes distracted from the book, and neither the writing nor the plot were enough to make up for it. That being said, the main character is likeable, but the novel was a struggle to finish. A lot of ground that has been (better) covered by (many) other authors. I hate to write a bad review, but I cannot recommend this book, it was a disappointment!
Rating:  Summary: Not what I expected from Red Dress Ink. Review: I am a fan of Red Dress Ink. The books are quirky and feel good fun. Name & Address Withheld was a real departure from the other RDI titles as the plot was much more complicated and there were several points of view so you got to know several characters instead of one fun single girl. The idea behind this story was good. A love triangle with a twist. But there were too many twists in the twist. There were too many character realtionships and little depth to any of them(Clare's love life, Lizzie's relationship with her mother, Matt and Rachel, Matt and Lizzie, Clare and Lizze, Clare and Matt, Clare and Ed, Clare and Joe, etc) it got a littling tiring. As a married gal I take infidelity very serious and thought Matt got off way too easy (even if he was married to a psycho). I especially think Clare attitude toward him at the end was unbelievable. Though I finished the book feeling quite unsettled I would read other titles by this author. She has potential and if there were less characters her books would be great to read. I recommend reading this book. Everyone seems to have a unique reaction to it and it is captivating even if I was a little annoyed at the end.
Rating:  Summary: Not what I expected from Red Dress Ink. Review: I am a fan of Red Dress Ink. The books are quirky and feel good fun. Name & Address Withheld was a real departure from the other RDI titles as the plot was much more complicated and there were several points of view so you got to know several characters instead of one fun single girl. The idea behind this story was good. A love triangle with a twist. But there were too many twists in the twist. There were too many character realtionships and little depth to any of them(Clare's love life, Lizzie's relationship with her mother, Matt and Rachel, Matt and Lizzie, Clare and Lizze, Clare and Matt, Clare and Ed, Clare and Joe, etc) it got a littling tiring. As a married gal I take infidelity very serious and thought Matt got off way too easy (even if he was married to a psycho). I especially think Clare attitude toward him at the end was unbelievable. Though I finished the book feeling quite unsettled I would read other titles by this author. She has potential and if there were less characters her books would be great to read. I recommend reading this book. Everyone seems to have a unique reaction to it and it is captivating even if I was a little annoyed at the end.
Rating:  Summary: I don't like it. Review: I found the story to be boring, draggy, the author does not seem to have fresh ideas.
Rating:  Summary: Wickedly funny and intelligent -- RDI's best book to date! Review: I have read most of Red Dress Ink's books and roared with laughter and sometimes recognition, for smart and single women are RDI's target readership. However, despite the fact that I have enjoyed RDI's books, I couldn't help but notice that said novels are a bit too lighthearted and predictable -- that is until I got my hands on Name and Address Withheld. This latest installment touches on the delicate and complex issue of infidelity -- and it's done with wicked humor and intelligence. Lizzie Ford is London's hottest agony aunt -- a "sexpert" in a glossy women's magazine and radio chat show. Her life takes a quantum leap forward when she meets the man of her dreams. But little does Lizzie know that her Prince Charming -- otherwise known as Matt -- is stuck in an unhappy marriage with an ambitious woman named Rachel. To make matters worse, Rachel has sought out Lizzie's help -- unaware of the fact that Lizzie is Matt's mistress. Now Lizzie is torn between love and professional ethics. What will happen to Lizzie? Should she follow her heart and pursue her happiness, or should she help Matt and Rachel rekindle their marriage? There are some twists and fun surprises throughout the novel. Jane Sigaloff addresses the controversial issue of wives and mistresses with brilliance and insight. This is by far Red Dress Ink's best book to date. Buy Name and Address Withheld for every woman you know with a brain and a sense of humor. I await this talented British author's next work with anticipation...
Rating:  Summary: Funny and endearing Review: I loved this book and put off studying for finals to finish it! The writing is fun and fast paced and the situation is very believeable -- you can sympathize with all the characters. If you're looking for something light and enjoyable to get lost in, try this!
Rating:  Summary: Another great book from Red Dress Ink Review: I loved this book! The story of Lizzie's search for a decent man coming to an end only to find out he is married is great. The emotions Lizzie feels are very true and carry the reader through this book. The column she writes is very "Sex and the City"ish, and this book is a little like one of their shows without the do-me-anytime Samantha character. This is a great vacation/beach read.
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