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tabea_sph_'s review against another edition
funny
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
ashleysmith9's review against another edition
Just didn’t grab me at the time. I’ve seen the movie and realized I didn’t care that much about reading the book.
jesshawa's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
kaitiecakes's review against another edition
4.0
I loved this book.
I have to admit that I watched the movie first but I love how they relate so much to each other and how the movie changed Things from the book.
I felt as though there were some things in the book that didn’t need to be there, like listing every fashion accessory in the fashion closet. But other then that it was a great book! Can’t wait to read the next two!
I have to admit that I watched the movie first but I love how they relate so much to each other and how the movie changed Things from the book.
I felt as though there were some things in the book that didn’t need to be there, like listing every fashion accessory in the fashion closet. But other then that it was a great book! Can’t wait to read the next two!
sagebeers's review
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
gzaborski's review against another edition
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
I feel like this is more a “boss from hell” story and less a reflection on Andy’s loss of self in the way the movie is.
The way Andy’s internal monologue talks about gay people and POC (especially her Indian roommates) made me cringe, some things have definitely not aged well, glad that wasn't in the film. It made me dislike Andy in a way that couldn’t be written off as her being overwhelmed at the job. Miranda is definitely different in the book, she seems more detached from reality than downright evil, which I think is an interesting critique of classism and how we cater to and feed into the detached nature of certain individuals due to their job or social standing.
The pacing was repetitive and could be slow at times, and the time jumps mid-chapter only to return to the original plot-line made for a somewhat disorganized reading experience. The story itself was fine, very straightforward. It was an interesting read but probably not something I would have picked up if it weren’t for the movie (which I prefer to the book).
The way Andy’s internal monologue talks about gay people and POC (especially her Indian roommates) made me cringe, some things have definitely not aged well, glad that wasn't in the film. It made me dislike Andy in a way that couldn’t be written off as her being overwhelmed at the job. Miranda is definitely different in the book, she seems more detached from reality than downright evil, which I think is an interesting critique of classism and how we cater to and feed into the detached nature of certain individuals due to their job or social standing.
The pacing was repetitive and could be slow at times, and the time jumps mid-chapter only to return to the original plot-line made for a somewhat disorganized reading experience. The story itself was fine, very straightforward. It was an interesting read but probably not something I would have picked up if it weren’t for the movie (which I prefer to the book).
torikate92's review against another edition
5.0
By all means, don’t read this book at a glacial pace, you know how much that thrills me.
anjalisudarsan's review against another edition
3.0
Miranda Priestly is a typical C level-ish exec in a corporation, lacking empathy and having a ton of power, this is how they’d power trip. Of course, since it’s a book it’s been dramatized quite a bit, but I really did feel the exhaustion that Andrea felt, having to be at the beck and call of her boss just to advance her career - the reflection of her life’s achievements.
I enjoyed the writing style,it was very real and relatable. I found the boyfriend and her best friend annoying, lacking understand and foresight - they were just acting too needy, and pulling back when she needed them the most. It was so devastating!
I did find a few gaps in their backstories, and I was unsatisfied with the ending. But I think the story “kept it real”.
I enjoyed the writing style,it was very real and relatable. I found the boyfriend and her best friend annoying, lacking understand and foresight - they were just acting too needy, and pulling back when she needed them the most. It was so devastating!
I did find a few gaps in their backstories, and I was unsatisfied with the ending. But I think the story “kept it real”.
thegreatstateofmoregon's review
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
To be perfectly honest, the movie is better. Its ending is much more satisfying, and it seems to understand the characters in a much more nuanced way. Interesting concept, mediocre writing, great legacy.