Welcome to another Tuesday celebrating bookish events, First Chapter/Intros, originally hosted by Bibliophile by the Sea and now hosted by I’d Rather Be at the Beach; and Teaser Tuesdays hosted by The Purple Booker.
Today’s feature is a library book from a delightful author: My (Not So) Perfect Life, by Sophie Kinsella, a witty critique of the false judgments we make in a social-media-obsessed world.
Intro: First: It could be worse. As commutes go, it could be a lot worse, and I must keep remembering this. Second: It’s worth it. I want to live in London; I want to do this; and commuting is part of the deal. It’s part of the London experience, like Tate Modern.
(Actually, it’s not much like Tate Modern. Bad example.)
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Teaser: To be fair, I did have some good nights out with the girls at my previous job. But all we really did was drink prosecco and bitch, and after then I had such a scare with my overdraft, I swore off going out for a bit. And at Cooper Clemmow, no one seems to socialize at all. Unless you count working late as “socializing.” (p. 64)
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Synopsis: Everywhere Katie Brenner looks, someone else is living the life she longs for, particularly her boss, Demeter Farlowe. Demeter is brilliant and creative, lives with her perfect family in a posh townhouse, and wears the coolest clothes. Katie’s life, meanwhile, is a daily struggle—from her dismal rental to her oddball flatmates to the tense office politics she’s trying to negotiate. No wonder Katie takes refuge in not-quite-true Instagram posts, especially as she’s desperate to make her dad proud.
Then, just as she’s finding her feet—not to mention a possible new romance—the worst happens. Demeter fires Katie. Shattered but determined to stay positive, Katie retreats to her family’s farm in Somerset to help them set up a vacation business. London has never seemed so far away—until Demeter unexpectedly turns up as a guest. Secrets are spilled and relationships rejiggered, and as the stakes for Katie’s future get higher, she must question her own assumptions about what makes for a truly meaningful life.
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I’m eager to keep reading. What do you think?
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It’s been years since I read any of Sophie Kinsella’s books – this one looks good.
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Thanks, Margaret, I hadn’t read any books from this author for a long time, either, and then borrowed her book Surprise Me from the library…and I was delighted. So I had to also borrow this book.
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I bought this book ages ago and still haven’t read it even though I love Kinsella. I will be keeping an eye out for your review.
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Thanks for stopping by, Ali, and I was so delighted with Surprise Me, my first read of hers in years, that I had to add this one to my reading list.
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I haven’t read anything by Sophie Kinsella, but I sure like that teaser!
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Thanks, Jenea, I loved the Shopaholic books, and then read a few of her stand-alone offerings and enjoyed them…so after a few years of reading nothing from her, I borrowed Surprise Me and now this book.
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This sounds like a fun read!
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Thanks, Catherine, I am hopeful…I’ve been balancing my thrillers with fun books this summer.
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This sounds like it could be a fun summer pick. Hope you are enjoying it.
Here’s my pick – https://bibliophilebythesea.blogspot.com/2018/07/first-chapter-first-paragraph-tuesday.html
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Thanks, Diane, I haven’t started it yet…but soon! I am feeling good about its “fun” ingredients. Enjoy your pick.
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I love books like this for summer reading. I’m really curious about the things to be revealed.
My TT from House Of Furies
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Thanks, Laura, I’m eager to learn more, too. Enjoy your reading.
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I’ve never read this author but I like the writing style in this book. I hope you are enjoying it. This week I am featuring Somebody’s Daughter by David Bell. Happy reading!
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Thanks, Kathy, and I discovered David Bell through his book Bring Her Home. I hope to read Somebody’s Daughter, too.
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I’d love a nice London experience myself. I guess I could get one through Sophie Kinsella. Sounds good to me and I hope you’re enjoying it too.
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I am planning to enjoy it, Margot…soon. I love London-speak. Enjoy your pick.
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I’ve not read Sophie’s books for a while. Sounds like a fun read!
Here is my teaser!
Have a great day! Luv Sassy!
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I am glad I borrowed these two Kinsella books from the library…just in case I didn’t like them. As it turns out, I enjoyed Surprise Me…and hope to love this one. Thanks for visiting, Sassy.
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You’re very welcome, That’s a great idea actually, I don’t know why I didn’t think of that… (scratches head)
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I’ve never read a book by this author. I like the intro and teaser.
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Thanks for visiting (and hosting), Vicki…I am glad that I borrowed these Kinsella books.
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Haven’t read Sophie Kinsella in a while. That intro was Bridget Jones ish …I liked Bridget Jones.
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Thanks, Joanne, I love Bridget Jones, too!
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My other reviewers liked this book. Check out what we are featuring this week at Girl Who Reads
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Thanks, Donna, I’m definitely eager to read it.
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I love the sound of this one. I have to check and see if my library has it.
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Thanks for stopping by, Yvonne; I can’t wait to read this one.
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I’ve always enjoyed this author’s books.
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Me, too, Nise, but a long time went by between books…and I’m happy to have started catching up on them.
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Oh, this one sounds like it could be fun! Hope you enjoy it! And thanks for stopping by my blog today!
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Thanks for returning the visit, Denise, and I’m eager to jump right into this book.
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