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Shopaholic Ties the Knot by Sophie Kinsella
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Shopaholic Ties the Knot by Sophie Kinsella

Becky Bloomwood is back and life can’t be any better for the loveable, albeit sometimes clueless shopaholic. She has found her perfect career as a personal shopper at the respectable Barney’s department store, she is living next door to a fashion designer, and her successful, though workaholic, boyfriend has just proposed! Becky cannot wait to be Mrs. Luke Lloyd, and quickly begins planning their nuptials.
Only one snag- her mother is going into wedding overdrive that her only daughter is getting married, and is planning a beautiful ceremony at the house Becky grew up in. But Luke’s high-society mother is insisting on a blow out wedding at the Plaza in New York City. Becky can’t find it in her to let her mother or her soon to be husband down, and finds herself planning two different weddings on two different continents.
Shopaholic Ties the Knot by Sophie Kinsella will not disappoint. You can’t help but laugh at the wacky situations Becky keeps finding herself in- including not being allowed to her own wedding shower- and you just want to peek to the back to find out where exactly she has her wedding. There is plenty of drama to go along with the fun- what is the real story behind Luke’s frosty mother anyways- but I couldn’t help my growing impatience towards the end. With the wedding a mere 14 days away, there is still no decision on where the wedding will take place, and I found myself getting frustrated with the indecision. But in the end, there is a happy ending for everybody, and I think all chick lit lovers will continue to adore the ‘Shopaholic’ series.

December 7, 2009
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For Better, For Worse by Carole Matthews
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For Better, For Worse by Carole Matthews

Newly single Josie Flynn does not want to participate in a wedding. After finding her husband has been cheating, she unfortunately still finds herself en route from London to New York to be in her cousin’s wedding. It isn’t all bad though, after meeting Matt Jarvis on the flight. The cute aspiring rock journalist asks her out on a date, and while Josie is relieved that she can still be found attractive, she is stood up and left alone at a New York restaurant, once again crushing her self confidence.
Matt Jarvis just missed meeting Josie at that restaurant, a date that he was highly looking forward to. He is determined to find her, but with little information to go on, madness and humor ensues as he tries to track down the elusive Josie. He even crashes a wedding that he thought was Josie’s cousins, as he was only going off the first name of the bride.
For Better, For Worse by Carole Matthews isn’t my favorite novel by the English author. The plot starts off strong, with good descriptions of all the main players, but as the time goes on, it seems just too unbelievable. The humor can give you a good laugh every now and then, but even some of those scenarios are too silly to believe- trying to smuggle a duck with a diamond ring in its stomach through the airport- is just one example. It is still an entertaining read, though Matthews has definitely written better.

December 6, 2009
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Be My Baby Tonight by Kasey Michaels
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Be My Baby Tonight by Kasey Michaels

Do you believe in curses? Tim Trehan sure does. The star player for the Philadelphia Phillies has always been haunted by following in the footsteps of his older brother- always doing the same thing he does just months later. Now, twin brother Jack suffered an injury that ended his MLB career too soon, and Tim is terrified he will be next. So when his awkward childhood friend turned gorgeous young women appears at one of his games, Tim believes he has found a way to fight the curse.
Suzanna Trent has always loved Tim. When they were growing up, she would do anything for him- homework, bail him out of trouble, good ole Suze would do anything. And her love for Tim has not faded over time. After spending a few hours together (and a passionate night in bed) Tim proposes that they head off to marry in Vegas. Thinking that he must have loved her all these years just as much as she did, Suze agrees and quickly becomes Mrs. Trehan.
But Suze quickly finds out that Tim only married her in hopes of warding of the curse that could possibly end his baseball career. Before she can decide how to react, they find out another common factor between him and his brother- fatherhood. Suze is pregnant.
Be My Baby Tonight by Kasey Michaels is an excellent read. The entire book will keep you on your toes, wondering if this couple can possibly make things work. Does Tim really love Suze? And is Suze actually in love with Tim, or just infatuated with the school boy she once crushed on? Michael’s does a great job at making both main characters come alive, and you can’t help but wonder who was really at fault for the rushed marriage- and hope that the adults can overcome all the obstacles.

December 4, 2009
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Secrets of the Hollywood Girls Club by Maggie Marr
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Secrets of the Hollywood Girls Club by Maggie Marr

Secrets of the Hollywood Girls Club is an extreme eye opener of what the Hollywood scene is all about. Narrator and leading publicist Kiki Dee leads us through the lives of four friends trying to stay on top of their Hollywood game. Actress Celeste Solange is trying desperately to maintain her youthful face, even when it means going under the knife. But the real fact she is trying to hide is her kinky sex tape made with ex husband before it is leaked to the internet and her devoted fans find out she isn’t as sweet and innocent as her persona seems- and before her husband and Worldwide Pictures exec Ted Robinoff realizes it exists. Mary Anne Meyers, the naive screenwriter from Minnesota, is attempting to begin a relationship with the delicious actor Holden Humphrey, but him being forced to act opposite is mentally unstable ex-girlfriend is causing cracks in the blossoming relationship. Lydia Albright, producer and new president to Worldwide Pictures knows about Celeste’s sex tape and how important it is to keep the secret, ensuring the longevity of Celeste’s career and the multimillion dollars her company has invested in the actress. And agent Jessica Caulfield-Fox is trying to help all her friends avoid a scandal, all while trying to juggle her new role as producer/manager/wife/mother.
The four friends stick together, but end up putting all their careers on the line to try to keep the sex tape under wraps. But publicist Kiki Dee has just stumbled upon a very large secret, something so huge, so extreme, that it would throw all of Hollywood into a tailspin. But can she prove it? And can the friends manage to keep their secrets, careers, and personal lives in check throughout the whole ordeal?
Secrets of the Hollywood Girls Club by Maggie Marr will keep anyone on their toes, constantly flipping pages in hopes of uncovering all the dirty secrets the power players of Hollywood keep. If you love the celebrity world, this book is a must for your list!

November 29, 2009
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I Do (But I Don’t) by Cara Lockwood
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I Do (But I Don’t) by Cara Lockwood

I Do (But I Don’t) the debut novel from Cara Lockwood brings us the story of Lauren Crandell, wedding planner. Perfection is her job, and being super organized, overly neat, and a stickler for details is sure to get her far in the business. If only her condescending boss, Gennifer, would notice her qualities, and ignore her shocking “birds nest” hair that G continually calls unprofessional and a disgrace. And if G can overlook the fact that two of Lauren’s weddings goes haywire on the same day, having the firefighters come to the rescue at both events. In particular, the sexy Nick Corona, quite possibly the most gorgeous man Lauren has laid eyes on. And to Lauren’s complete shock- he seems to be as equally attracted to her!
But we all know it can’t be so easy. While Lauren is working on a quickie wedding with a bride from hell, Darla, she realizes the groom is none other than her supposed prince charming, Nick Corona. Devastated, Lauren tries to push her love for this firefighter away, but she just can’t stop running into him. And each and every time she does- he makes a move on her! Lauren does her best to maintain her professionalism and ethical duties as Darla and Nick’s wedding planner, but can she keep holding him off?
Cara Lockwood brings a unique plot line that makes for a fast and entertaining read. The hilarious scenes will keep you laughing, but the seriousness of the situation keeps you wondering how the characters will end up. The first person narration really makes readers feel like they are inside Lauren’s head and all her personal thoughts- something chick lit fans will enjoy. Grab I Do (But I Don’t) for a breezy yet fun read.

November 23, 2009
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Gucci Gucci Coo by Sue Margolis
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Gucci Gucci Coo by Sue Margolis

Gucci Gucci Coo by Sue Margolis became one of my favorite books before I even finished the first chapter. Ruby Silverman runs a posh baby boutique for London mothers that have money to spare, and even celebrities can’t resist the adorable and high end items from Les Sprogs. But what happens after Ruby inadvertently sees one of the biggest stars sporting a prosthetic baby bump? Could there be something shady behind why all celebrities that give birth at St. Lukes “the Bentley of birth centers” come out skinny as a rail after having their baby? And if there is, could Ruby’s new love interest, the handsome American doctor, be involved?
Right from the beginning, Margolis brings the humor, the compassion, and the mystery with the supporting characters and their problems. Her mother has just found out she is expecting her second child- at age 50. Her co-worker is desperately trying to get pregnant, but having no luck with IVF treatments. And now, a possible scandal involving the biggest hospital and even bigger celebrity names. Can Ruby put together all the missing pieces before it’s too late- and before she loses the love of her life? Read all about it Gucci Gucci Coo.

November 21, 2009
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Party Girl by Sarah Mason
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Party Girl by Sarah Mason

What could be worse than returning to the place where you were tormented so terribly as a child? For Isabel Serranti, that answer would be nothing. Izzy loves her job as a party planner, but when her boss asks her to head up a charity event at the Pantiles estate, she finds herself sick with dread. Pantiles was her second home as a child, with the Monkwell’s a second family to her. But her childhood friend, Simon Monkwell, turned from best friend to tormentor in their early years, and Izzy has many doubts and fears about coming face to face with him again.
Party Girl from British author Sarah Mason is a laugh out loud chick lit novel, filled with humor, love, and even a bit of suspense with a wide array of quirky characters filling the pages. Why did Simon insist of making Izzy’s childhood so awful? Who exactly is Izzy’s roommate, Dom, shacking up with? And can an odd assortment of a party planner, financier, housekeeper, and other oddballs be able to save the Pantiles estate from going under? The shocking twist at the end comes as a surprise, but helps pull the entire novel and cast of characters together, so everyone can receive their happy ending.

November 17, 2009
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Does She or Doesn’t She by Alisa Kwitney
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Does She or Doesn’t She by Alisa Kwitney

Delilah Levine has fantasies. About her plumber. Not the usual situation that opens up a chick lit novel, but with off beat characters that make up this story, readers can be assured that they will be laughing while turning the pages. Delilah’s husband, Jason, seems to be less than interested in his wife, spending more and more time at work as a corporate lawyer and picking at every little thing Del does (or doesn’t) do. Their sex life in non-existent and Delilah keeps finding herself having fantasies about the sexy plumber that keeps coming back for “odd” jobs.
The story then takes a bizarre twist. Delilah is trying to get established as a soap opera writer, and after she pitches an idea to her boss, accidents keep happening to her, almost like someone is out to get her. The troubling part- the storyline she pitched was regarding a product that her husband’s company is working on. Could he have something to do with all the “accidents” happening to Delilah? And Ford, the plumber- could he really be an undercover FBI agent doubling as a plumber?
Does She or Doesn’t She by Alisa Kwitney takes some crazy twists and turns throughout the story, sometimes to confusing to stay focused. With so many secrets and unknown identities, the plot can seem almost too farfetched at times, making it hard to be believable. But the heroine is such a great character with her quirks and fantasies, that she becomes lovable the whole way through. I can’t say this was my favorite book, but still an entertaining read.

November 11, 2009
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The Second Assistant by Clare Naylor & Mimi Hare
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The Second Assistant by Clare Naylor & Mimi Hare

The Second Assistant is truly a tale from the bottom of the Hollywood ladder. Elizabeth Miller decided to give up her comfortable job as a Washington senator’s aide to get her shot in the glamorous Hollywood elite. She joins on to The Agency, a powerful representation company, but quickly finds herself the odd one out. Her hair is not highlighted, her clothes are not designer, her car is a clunker, and readers seriously doubt that Lizzie can pull it off in LA. Her naïve sense gets her in to trouble on more than one occasion- falling for the wrong guys, getting roofied at dinner, thinking someone is a friend when they are really out to sabotage her every move- but readers will cheer for Lizzie as we watch her grow up in between the pages. Lizzie slowly gains friends and a sense of desire- she wants to produce and has an excellent opportunity land on her lap. But can she pull it off when she once again is hung out to dry by a ‘friend’ when a better opportunity comes along?
Clare Naylor & Mimi Hare give readers a tantalizing peek behind the scenes of the Hollywood lifestyle and the major players (think Cameron, George and Leo) and the entertaining and outrageous scenarios that the heroine finds herself caught up in keeps the book on pace. The Second Assistant offers a fun, fast, a laugh out loud chick lit novel.

November 10, 2009
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