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23 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Julian Clary, welcome back! Devil in Disguise is a terrific story about Molly and Simon, and their journey from how they came to be friends, the events leading to their big fall out, and the rest I won't spoil for you. The story starts to gain momentum and takes shape with the introduction of Lilia Delvard, an eccentric landlady whose fame and star quality has long gone supernova.
Even though there are characters that are somewhat grotesque in their own unique way, you can't help but feel empathy, anger or even pity for them. This novel really does show off JC's talent for making very different characters feel realistic and very 3-Dimensional, as well as his flair for storytelling.
The style of the novel is definately not as much sleaze-fest, or as in-your-face when it comes to sex compared to his previous work, as he is writing through they eyes of 2 very different people. However, this still retains his deliciously wicked sense of humour, and delivery of observations, no matter how subtle - He even manages to send himself up a little, which is a very nice touch!
Although this is a huge improvement on his first novel, and you can tell a lot more thought has gone into this - it doesn't feel quite there yet - there a couple of things that just need that little bit of tuning, in my opinion. If, like me, you read the synopsis just to know what you are buying, it almost gives the entire plot away (okay, the first 2 parts)! Unfortunately, like in Murder Most Fab, the final part of the story and conclusion, although satisfying, feels rushed - it could have been executed a little better.
That said, the above points do not take much enjoyment away from the novel - I was reading this until half 3 in the morning last night - I couldn't put it down until I had finished. I had to have my curiosity sated as to what price would anyone put on fame and success, and after all is said and done, what price can friends place on their own self redemption?
Even though there are characters that are somewhat grotesque in their own unique way, you can't help but feel empathy, anger or even pity for them. This novel really does show off JC's talent for making very different characters feel realistic and very 3-Dimensional, as well as his flair for storytelling.
The style of the novel is definately not as much sleaze-fest, or as in-your-face when it comes to sex compared to his previous work, as he is writing through they eyes of 2 very different people. However, this still retains his deliciously wicked sense of humour, and delivery of observations, no matter how subtle - He even manages to send himself up a little, which is a very nice touch!
Although this is a huge improvement on his first novel, and you can tell a lot more thought has gone into this - it doesn't feel quite there yet - there a couple of things that just need that little bit of tuning, in my opinion. If, like me, you read the synopsis just to know what you are buying, it almost gives the entire plot away (okay, the first 2 parts)! Unfortunately, like in Murder Most Fab, the final part of the story and conclusion, although satisfying, feels rushed - it could have been executed a little better.
That said, the above points do not take much enjoyment away from the novel - I was reading this until half 3 in the morning last night - I couldn't put it down until I had finished. I had to have my curiosity sated as to what price would anyone put on fame and success, and after all is said and done, what price can friends place on their own self redemption?
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is my first Julian Clary fiction novel, I have read his biography but have not read "murder most fab" yet.
What can I say, a magnificent, emotional, bitchy, laugh out loud, tragic story of Molly and Simon and their rather hap hazard relationships, their alter egos: Genita L'Warts and Mia Delvard are incredibly well thought out and multi dimensional characters. I just love this book, it had me reading well into the night and I just could not put it down. Well done Julian, fantastic novel and i'm definitely going to read Murder Most Fab now!
What can I say, a magnificent, emotional, bitchy, laugh out loud, tragic story of Molly and Simon and their rather hap hazard relationships, their alter egos: Genita L'Warts and Mia Delvard are incredibly well thought out and multi dimensional characters. I just love this book, it had me reading well into the night and I just could not put it down. Well done Julian, fantastic novel and i'm definitely going to read Murder Most Fab now!
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
after reading the first book, i was eagerly awaiting this new release. i wasn't disappointed. fantastic read and i couldn't put it down. laughed out loud on the tube to word and got funny looks, nearly cried at points, good twists, turns and emotions. can't wait for the next one.
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Julian Clary in Disguise ?
Right from offset of this novel the voice is distinctly Julian Clary (and let's face it, that is probably what attracted most people to this book) and he, surprisingly, manages to... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mr. Ct Kent
More Please, Julian
His first novel I found was superb in-your-face humour. This second novel has very caustic humour, but is more "serious" at time, which I wasn't quite expecting. Read more
Published 12 months ago by MARK C. BALE
Worthwhile
This is one of those books that you dip in and out easily. Fun, interesting and addictive. What more can you want?
Published 15 months ago by Craig Taylor
LOW BOTTOMY
This novel has quite a lot going for it in terms of narrative skill and creating suspense, but I don't really feel that Julian Clary has yet got inside his own distinctive style. Read more
Published 17 months ago by DAVID BRYSON
Couldn't put it down
My girlfriend read this one, so these are her thoughts...
I took this book on holiday and simply couldn't put it down for the couple of days it took me to read it. Read more
I took this book on holiday and simply couldn't put it down for the couple of days it took me to read it. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Peter Lee
Heaps of fun.
Some may feel that Julian Clary's novel is filled with vacuous and self absorbed characters, but that's half the fun. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Ben Whitehouse
Yet More Clary gold !!
Couldn't put it down another fab Clary read If you enjoyed Murder Most Fab then this is the book for you. I will looking out for his next one early next year
Published 19 months ago by NettyP
A fun yarn that is hard to put down
Two things concerned me when I first started reading this book,the main one being my general dislike for celebrity written novels. Read more
Published 19 months ago by J. Lyne
an easy fun read
Quite a funny book, much better than the author's 1st novel. Makes a great airport or holiday read, or if you just need a bit of distraction and wants to laugh your head off.
Published 19 months ago by Lova
An interesting experience...
Devil in Disguise was my first Julian Clary book and I did not know what to expect. Based on Amazon reviews I ordered and started reading it shortly after delivery. Read more
Published 19 months ago by GoldDragonFly
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