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Doesn't anyone else feel as though they are reading the same book over and over again with the Shopaholic series? I do. I think that Kinsella has become lazy due to her success. She has found a formula that works and continues to milk it. The first three books in the series were new and fun, but it just went downhill from there. I know this is chicklit, but that doesn't mean it shouldn't have any substance or effort put into it. Becky never grows up or changes as a character. Its not cute that she still acts this way when she's pushing thirty... and is about to become a mother. Speaking of which, for a novel called "Shopaholic and Baby", there is very little mention of the baby or motherhood (outside of shopping). Becky doesn't seem to be interested in becoming a mother at all. Her pregnancy, in my opinion, is nothing more than a thinly veiled gimmick used to further increase book sales. It did not really change or add much to the novel. Kinsella is a talented author, but I think this series has run its course and it is time for her to move on and explore other storylines.Read full review
This book is classic Sophie Kinsella at her absolute VERY best! The book is so funny that you just can't stop laughing and then reading and then laughing! Just a quick story: One very late night while reading the book with my book light in bed, I came to the part in the book where Becky along with her mother and her mothers' neighbor Janice go to Becky's first ever prenatal birth preparation class. As I started reading the section I began to snicker under my breath, as the chapter progressed the snickering lead to muffled giggles that caused my entire body to jerk as I tried to squelch any noise that would wake my sleeping husband. Then finally as the prenatal class went into full swing I could no longer hold back the outright laugh-out-loud belly laughs that woke up my very tired & sleepy husband which prompted him to smile at my genuine giggles & ask "What could you be reading that is so funny that you are actually laughing so hard about"! Then he saw the title of the book and said, "Oh, one of Sophies books again"! This book will not dissappoint you! The only dissappointment I had was when I finished the book and wanted to keep the story going! This is an absolutely fun and great read for all ages and genders! ENJOY IT!!!Read full review
I decided to buy this book because I've already read and own the first 4 books in the "Shopaholic" series: Confessions of a Shopaholic, Shopaholic takes Manhattan, Shopaholic Ties the Knot, and Shopaholic & Sister. I've been waiting for this cute "Shopaholic & Baby" for a long time! Sophie Kinsella is a talented author and her heroine Becky Bloomwood is plucky and lovable, and I think everyone can identify in some small way with her. The book is a great read, and especially perfect with summer coming up. Just make sure you read the other ones first!
was anxiously awaiting the release of Shopaholic & Baby. I adored the first four books (well, maybe with the exception of Shopaholic & Sister which was just okay). I couldn't wait to read about Becky's adventures as a pregnant woman and new mother. I was not disappointed. It really is a page-turner, with all of Kinsella's fabulous humor and charm embodied into Becky. Towards the end, you realize that the same reasons Luke loves her are the same reasons we, the reader, love her. You really learn to love to hate Becky's "must-have celebrity obstetrician" Venetia Carter, as well as Lulu, Suze's friend. It's amazing the consistency of memories that pop up in this book from the others: Tom and his parents, the Denny & George scarf, Jess, Kelly, honeymoon trinkets... You will laugh, cry, and seethe anger and demand justice. I absolutely loved this book.Read full review
I cannot say enough about this amazing author and series. I am in love. I had not been reading for years. Now thanks to Sophie I am a book worm. A book takes just a week. So this is the last one she has made so far and I am so sad that now I have to wait. This is the best series to read in the right order. I also suggest the tapes for the first read. That way you get the cute british voice in your head for when you read later. I cannot believe how easy she is to read. It is better than Grey's Anatomy. Read this one after all the books before it. Otherwise you will be sad when you realize it goes in order. Each book leaves off from the one before. Don't forget to vote for me. Anytime you want to chat about this author, I am always ready :)
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