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3.5 AVERAGE
I had seen the movie adaptation of this a while back and I’d seen countless sequels advertised in train stations and bus stops. It wasn’t until a friend told me to read the series that I considered it. I’ve not really read much ‘Chick-lit’ (excluding Cecelia Ahern) since university and so for my month of female authors I thought I’d give this one a go.
It is the story of Rebecca Bloomwood, a twenty-something living in London with a massive debt problem. She lives well above her means and it is spiralling out of control. When the banks and credit company’s start calling, Rebecca does all she can to forget about her problems.
This book made me very anxious. And if I’m being honest I really didn’t like Rebecca as a character. I work hard for my money and I’m very against spending any money you don’t have. But then I have spent that transition from teenager to adulthood in the recession so perhaps that explains why I don’t empathise too much with her. However, I do work in fashion retail and I love fashion and clothing. I understand the want she feels. But, I couldn’t help but be anxious and annoyed with her reactions. She was immature but not in a charming way.
I didn’t like Luke Brandon either. I didn’t like how he became an easy way to her happiness. Maybe it is something that will improve with the series and getting to see his character develop but he was cruel and manipulative and those things never really got resolved for me. I found that odd because in the movie, he was charming. In fact I prefer both characters in the movie.
The movie is very different so maybe I was expecting something else. But that is for an Adaptation Review to discuss. I’m not in a rush to read the others, if I’m honest.
It is the story of Rebecca Bloomwood, a twenty-something living in London with a massive debt problem. She lives well above her means and it is spiralling out of control. When the banks and credit company’s start calling, Rebecca does all she can to forget about her problems.
This book made me very anxious. And if I’m being honest I really didn’t like Rebecca as a character. I work hard for my money and I’m very against spending any money you don’t have. But then I have spent that transition from teenager to adulthood in the recession so perhaps that explains why I don’t empathise too much with her. However, I do work in fashion retail and I love fashion and clothing. I understand the want she feels. But, I couldn’t help but be anxious and annoyed with her reactions. She was immature but not in a charming way.
I didn’t like Luke Brandon either. I didn’t like how he became an easy way to her happiness. Maybe it is something that will improve with the series and getting to see his character develop but he was cruel and manipulative and those things never really got resolved for me. I found that odd because in the movie, he was charming. In fact I prefer both characters in the movie.
The movie is very different so maybe I was expecting something else. But that is for an Adaptation Review to discuss. I’m not in a rush to read the others, if I’m honest.
silly and fluffy and generally harmless. enjoyed it, for the most part. got me started reading sophie kinsella, who, while she isn't the next margaret atwood, can still write a fun, engaging story. good down time reading.
Of course it's a little silly, but I laughed out loud a number of times while reading it, and I think there's something to be said for that.
Lea el primer libro después de ver la película, donde me enamore de Becky y sus aventuras, ademas de qué me identifique con muchas cosas del personaje. Luego leí del 2 al 5, todos seguidos y me enamore de Becky aun mas. Toda la saga es muy dinámica y fácil de leer. Me hizo reír, llorar y no pude parar de leer hasta que los termine.
I found myself hating Rebecca. She was annoying, conceited and an airhead. But I enjoyed the financial aspect of this book. I could relate to talking myself into a purchase, or telling myself that I earned the right to treat myself (although, my treats are mostly food based...). I was disappointed that the way she gets out of her debt problems was by getting a slot on a TV show. She didn't learn to curb her spending habits. She as a person did not really change, she just landed more easy money that she (finally a smart decision) used to pay off some bills. And if she marries the love interest in this book she's going to continue to have out of control spending, just with less of a chance of going into debt.
Never before have I hated a female character who was not intended to be a villain more than in this book. Rebecca Bloomwood sets women back 25+ years. And any book that contains a motto that is effectively "Spend your money in a wildly irresponsible way, do not acknowledge the consequences of that spending, and then great things will happen to you." I found myself screaming at Ms. Bloomwood through the paper pulp. What an insufferable woman.
This book...
It's silly, it's light, it's chicklit. It's a breeze to read, and nothing to write home about...
But, it has the best descriptions of what shopping to fix/escape your problems feels like.
It doesn't matter if your thing is beautiful vases. Or scarves. Or shoes. Or whatever
If you've ever overindulged in 'retail therapy' you will recognize parts of yourself in this book. You will cringe as the main character gets in trouble over her toxic habits and laugh as she fights her way out of them.
After all, we all need a denny and george scarf once in a while.
It's silly, it's light, it's chicklit. It's a breeze to read, and nothing to write home about...
But, it has the best descriptions of what shopping to fix/escape your problems feels like.
It doesn't matter if your thing is beautiful vases. Or scarves. Or shoes. Or whatever
If you've ever overindulged in 'retail therapy' you will recognize parts of yourself in this book. You will cringe as the main character gets in trouble over her toxic habits and laugh as she fights her way out of them.
After all, we all need a denny and george scarf once in a while.
I enjoy Sophie Kinsella's books. I feel like her characters are usually relatable and funny.
That being said, there are so many times in the Shopaholic series that I become frustrated with the main character and almost am screaming in my head "NOOO, DO NOT BUY THAT!" So frustrating!
However, I find that this is not a bad thing; rather, Kinsella has gotten me to be involved in her book and in the story. She has made me feel what all of the main character's loved ones must feel at some point. Also, she is able to show what a true Shopaholic is really like.
In addition to being able to become emotionally involved in the book and with the characters, Kinsella makes her books enjoyable to read though some corny humor which keeps the story light and fun.
That being said, there are so many times in the Shopaholic series that I become frustrated with the main character and almost am screaming in my head "NOOO, DO NOT BUY THAT!" So frustrating!
However, I find that this is not a bad thing; rather, Kinsella has gotten me to be involved in her book and in the story. She has made me feel what all of the main character's loved ones must feel at some point. Also, she is able to show what a true Shopaholic is really like.
In addition to being able to become emotionally involved in the book and with the characters, Kinsella makes her books enjoyable to read though some corny humor which keeps the story light and fun.
