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mon_ique's review against another edition
2.0
Loved the ending! But it didn't seem like a full read to me. The jobs ( a great idea) weren't fleshed out enough and I felt there was more description of the many clubs she went to, and that is Not why I read this book. I feel cheated. Maybe this would be better for other people who probably live the same life as Lex. Also, I felt that Lexington was a total, spoiled brat, 3/4 of the book and that leaves me with 1/4 real entertainment, which is definitely not enough. I had such high hopes for this book, (I've waited months) and I was kinda disappointed. My fav character was definitely not Lex, but Luke. But I did enjoy the description (metaphors?) of the father's coldness like,
"But no matter how long you work at it, how many years you practice, you are never immune to everything. Because you can't predict when the next frost will hit. Or how hard it will bite."
"As much as I want to lie down and let the arctic mist roll right over me, I feel a stabbing sensation in my chest. The icicles have fallen. They've pierced through the skin. It's a direct hit."
"But no matter how long you work at it, how many years you practice, you are never immune to everything. Because you can't predict when the next frost will hit. Or how hard it will bite."
"As much as I want to lie down and let the arctic mist roll right over me, I feel a stabbing sensation in my chest. The icicles have fallen. They've pierced through the skin. It's a direct hit."
abbeyleec's review against another edition
4.0
I liked this book but it wasn't the best thing. I liked the idea of the book but some parts were a bit boring. I liked the jobs that Lexi had to undertake, it was interesting to see her in different settings.
I didn't really like how bitchy the main character was and how she thought she was better then everyone else because she had money. Not how the world works. Also, for Lexi to have a father that is never around was so stereotypical.
I really enjoyed Luke though. He was a fun addition to the book and I was rooting for him the whole book.
I didn't really like how bitchy the main character was and how she thought she was better then everyone else because she had money. Not how the world works. Also, for Lexi to have a father that is never around was so stereotypical.
I really enjoyed Luke though. He was a fun addition to the book and I was rooting for him the whole book.
ndavis8880's review against another edition
3.0
Entertaining
Basically what I expected. Reminded me of Paris Hilton on The Simple Life. Very unlikable character at the beginning but gradually changes. Ended pretty abruptly, but was an entertaining read.
Basically what I expected. Reminded me of Paris Hilton on The Simple Life. Very unlikable character at the beginning but gradually changes. Ended pretty abruptly, but was an entertaining read.
aira_reads's review against another edition
5.0
this novel deserves five stars for the right amount of everything. I totally recommend to everyone, regardless of age and gender, to have a go at this.
character development: Lexi is as spoiled as a bag of Paris Hiltons. She doesnt even know how to work a vacuum cleaner! Her complaints, and keep in mind that there are many, are funny enough to make you overlook her obnoxious nature. As the story progress, so did she. And it was beautifully writtem. Things that mattered before are now not that important. The character growth didnt feel out of place/forced and it had the right amount of cheese.
Not just another fluff: This book deals with some pretty hard daddy issues and Im pretty sure we've dealt with (daddy/mommy) issues some time or another so Lexi's feelings (after a twist) was very relatable. On a scale of stifle sobs to full on avalanche shaking with fat tears, I was a five.
Writing: Jessica Brody has the right calculations to write a good read. It's equally mix witty and doused with revelations. Note:If you have read Karma Club then this is your cup of tea) because Brody does a fine job of tying up loose ends and connecting the dots. Her writing wasnt repetitive nor was it too similied, metaphored and overly-descriptiony.
Musings: The not so random job descriptions made it all the more reason to reread and imagine (insert celebrity here) experience what Lexi did.
Aira Approved.
character development: Lexi is as spoiled as a bag of Paris Hiltons. She doesnt even know how to work a vacuum cleaner! Her complaints, and keep in mind that there are many, are funny enough to make you overlook her obnoxious nature. As the story progress, so did she. And it was beautifully writtem. Things that mattered before are now not that important. The character growth didnt feel out of place/forced and it had the right amount of cheese.
Not just another fluff: This book deals with some pretty hard daddy issues and Im pretty sure we've dealt with (daddy/mommy) issues some time or another so Lexi's feelings (after a twist) was very relatable. On a scale of stifle sobs to full on avalanche shaking with fat tears, I was a five.
Writing: Jessica Brody has the right calculations to write a good read. It's equally mix witty and doused with revelations. Note:If you have read Karma Club then this is your cup of tea) because Brody does a fine job of tying up loose ends and connecting the dots. Her writing wasnt repetitive nor was it too similied, metaphored and overly-descriptiony.
Musings: The not so random job descriptions made it all the more reason to reread and imagine (insert celebrity here) experience what Lexi did.
Aira Approved.
nicolet2018's review against another edition
5.0
The title caught my eye, I was looking for a chick lit sort of book, light hearted and fun and that is what I got here.
Lexington Larrabee is a heiress living in LA and she really lives it up. She has all the comforts and things she wants with a simple command and she has never known what it is like to not have everything at your beck and call.
One day, she crashes her car and that is it, her father who has hardly made an appearance in her life steps in with ultimatum: She must complete fifty-two ordinary jobs in an entire year if she wishes to receive her trust fund.
Lexi thinks it is a joke and does everything possible to get out of her assignments some if which include maid, supermarket helper, stable hand, working in a taco joint and more. She is a spoiled at first and than when she makes a friend while working and is inspired by the way he lives life with positivity, she decides to change how she feels if she cannot change how things are. She realizes that material items are nothing compared to family and being together. She wishes her father was there for her in the past. Her mother passes away when she was young so she has no guidance as a child growing up except for the people her father hires.
Monitoring her progress is college intern Luke and they butt heads more than once while he brings her to and fro for her jobs. Lexi's friends are supportive which surprised me. I thought they would backstab her like all rich teenagers do. Even though they were not present during majority of the book, they were supportive.
Besides the main plot, there is also the mystery of her mother. Everyone tells her the same thing, that her mother was kind, sincere and maternal. It all sounds rehersed and she thinks there is more to the story than is revealed.
And what is a chick lit book without..romance?
I really liked this book. It was so fun and easy to read. Something hilarious and full of heart. I loved the growth of the relationship between father and daughter. It shows that forgiveness is still possible and giving second chances pays off. The classic story of learning there is more to life than money and wealth. Take this to the beach!
Lexington Larrabee is a heiress living in LA and she really lives it up. She has all the comforts and things she wants with a simple command and she has never known what it is like to not have everything at your beck and call.
One day, she crashes her car and that is it, her father who has hardly made an appearance in her life steps in with ultimatum: She must complete fifty-two ordinary jobs in an entire year if she wishes to receive her trust fund.
Lexi thinks it is a joke and does everything possible to get out of her assignments some if which include maid, supermarket helper, stable hand, working in a taco joint and more. She is a spoiled at first and than when she makes a friend while working and is inspired by the way he lives life with positivity, she decides to change how she feels if she cannot change how things are. She realizes that material items are nothing compared to family and being together. She wishes her father was there for her in the past. Her mother passes away when she was young so she has no guidance as a child growing up except for the people her father hires.
Monitoring her progress is college intern Luke and they butt heads more than once while he brings her to and fro for her jobs. Lexi's friends are supportive which surprised me. I thought they would backstab her like all rich teenagers do. Even though they were not present during majority of the book, they were supportive.
Besides the main plot, there is also the mystery of her mother. Everyone tells her the same thing, that her mother was kind, sincere and maternal. It all sounds rehersed and she thinks there is more to the story than is revealed.
And what is a chick lit book without..romance?
I really liked this book. It was so fun and easy to read. Something hilarious and full of heart. I loved the growth of the relationship between father and daughter. It shows that forgiveness is still possible and giving second chances pays off. The classic story of learning there is more to life than money and wealth. Take this to the beach!
ghumpherys's review against another edition
4.0
I admit I didn't like the spoiled brat heiress at the beginning of the story, but I think that was the point. I did like how she changed and grew. I thought the story would focus more on the different jobs she was required to do, but I'm glad it ended up being more about her family relationships.
lhawk1's review against another edition
5.0
Read my FULL REVIEW HERE: http://escapingrealitybookreviews.wordpress.com/2013/07/01/review-52-reasons-to-hate-my-father-by-jessica-brody/
Okay, I’ll admit it, when I first saw this book, I was not sure what to expect. And whatever I did expect, was nothing like what I got. What I got was 340 pages of full-on FUN.
The plot was fun and quite enjoyable, and all in all, I loved it. It was pretty much a ‘fluff’ book. I mean, sure, it had great morals and laughs, but overall? It was just a lot of fun.
I'm 15, and I recommend this book.
Okay, I’ll admit it, when I first saw this book, I was not sure what to expect. And whatever I did expect, was nothing like what I got. What I got was 340 pages of full-on FUN.
The plot was fun and quite enjoyable, and all in all, I loved it. It was pretty much a ‘fluff’ book. I mean, sure, it had great morals and laughs, but overall? It was just a lot of fun.
I'm 15, and I recommend this book.