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Summary: Fun read!
Review: I thought that the book was very romantic, and had enough unexpected twists and turns to keep me up late reading it. I agree with some of the other reviewers that Sophy could get a tad annoying with her criminally low self-esteem, but she was for the most part a very real, flawed and funny character. If you like the Brit Chick genre, I highly recommend this book.
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Summary: Irritating and Silly
Review: I'm surprised that this book has gotten so many stars so far. I thought it was terrible. The main character of the book, Sophy, was so irritating. She's a bitter and angry person which I found absolutely annoying. I'm surprised Josh found her remotely interesting. The story in the end was a bit over the top, too unrealistic and stupid. Another thing that bothered me were the acronyms that the author used. They were too unclear and not easy to understand. It was a waste of time reading this book. I'm surprised I even made it to the end.
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Summary: Very Funny Kept me guessing
Review: I loved this book it kept you guessing. I liked the fact that the twists kept coming. It wasn't like one twist and everything happened as exepected. I read the last 200 pages on the last day. It just got to good. I was just amazed with how everything just kept developing. I could see this making a good movie. Just because so much happens. I'd go see it.
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Summary: What a great discovery
Review: O.K. so she lied a little. Then she lied alot. This wonderful angst book, based on a single girl making up a little white lie (inventing a boyfriend) is a great discovery.Elizabeth Young weaved a funny and entertaining story for all singles, looking for "the one". What you wish for (or in this case) lie about - you might just get it. Perfect.
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Summary: British Jargon
Review: I picked up this book thinking it would be a light, easy, enjoyable read. I have to admit at times it was all of those things, but other times this book was quite annoying. The author often uses British jargon and random sorts of acronyms such as "STM" that I found extremely annoying and completely random. I was never a fan of the whole "Bridget Jones" thing and maybe that's why all of these reviewers who liked Bridget Jones also liked this book. I will admit that overall, the story was kind of cute, but I really wouldn't have minded if it was about 150 pages shorter. Furthermore, I have read many incredible books and by NO MEANS would I rate this book 4 1/2 stars on average. I guess that you have to take it for what it's worth, which is a light-hearted read, but also keep in mind that at times, the main character seemed somewhat pathetic to me and unlike other readers of this book, I could not wait for it to end so I could start something better.
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Summary: What a delightful quick read!
Review: I read this book in two days ~~ and if I didn't have a wedding to plan nor work nor a honeymoon to get ready for, I would have read this book in just a few hours. It was such a perfect light reading amid all the stress in life! Sophy Metcalfe tells a little white lie to keep her mother off her back and that little white lie snowballs into something hilarious ~~ the whole book is based on Sophy's white lie and how she tries to get out of it. Her perfect little sister is getting married to this perfect man. So, Sophy's "Dominic" has to make an appearance ~~ only there is no Dominic. Sophy then goes to an escort service to hire someone for the day ~~ that someone is Josh. And they attend the wedding from hell. The story takes off from there. Young takes you on a wild chase through England while Sophy fights her feelings for Josh ~~ with hilarious help from her flatmates. It's such a fun book to read ~~ nothing heavy and serious ~~ just a fun fluff to read on a gloomy winter day or even to take this book to the beach. It's one of the better romance books around. You can't help but relate to Sophy as she tries to make amends for the white lie she had told her mother ~~ after all, which one of us didn't have a mother who despair that we'd never find Mr. Right? It's a fun trip down memory lane for those of us out of the dating pool and such a hilarious relating for those of us who are still looking for Mr. Right. You just never know where you might find him. 1-17-02
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Summary: I'm addicted!
Review: Excellent book. It was all I could think about when I wasn't reading it. I felt so connected to the characters. I could really relate to Sophy's insecurities. I hated to see this one end!
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Summary: Stop the B Jones Comparisons NOW
Review: I loved Bridget Jones' Diary. But c'mon folks - there's room in the world for lots of different books. This is a very charming, fun chick lit romp and it stands alone on its own merits nicely. It's a funny story of crossed signals, good intentions, and witty romantic farce. No heavy reading here, but it's well done and I'd recommend it highly.
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Summary: Straight from the Bridget Jones factory...
Review: A silly premise, a silly heroine and a predictable outcome. Nevertheless, I devoured this is one sitting. Vacuous books by British authors are so much better than those by American authors; I'm not sure if it's because British colloquialisms are so much more clever than American ones, or perhaps the heroines in their books are more likeable and easier to relate to. Whatever the reason, it would be diffucult to dislike this book as long as you're not expecting a classic work of literature and are just looking for some rainy-day escapism.
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Summary: If you liked Bridget Jones Diary...
Review: you'll probably like this book. I've read lots of the Bridget-esque books, and this is my favorite so far. Likable characters and a kooky plot .... a fun read!
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