- Paperback: 416 pages
- Publisher: Onyx Books (Aug 2002)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0451410351
- ISBN-13: 978-0451410351
- Product Dimensions: 16.5 x 10.9 x 3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (207 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 462,204 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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126 of 128 people found the following review helpful
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I will admit that I originally downloaded this to my Kindle for the simple reason that it was free. Judging by the cover it wasn't necessarily something that I'd enjoy, but it looked like a quick read, so I gave it a go.
I'm glad I did, because I actually quite enjoyed it. Yes, many of the characters and plot points were a bit over the top, but all in all it was an addictive and well-written story. It dealt with issues that are very relevant at the moment (ageism and sexism in the media world), but delivered the message without seeming 'preachy' or patronising.
Natalie, the heroine of the story, is 40 and having a career crisis thanks to her obnoxious new boss, Tony. She has also just split from her husband of more than 10 years, and is at a bit of a loose end. Add a completely amoral - and much younger - rival to the mix, not to mention her handsome agent Geoff, and you can see where the story is going. There weren't really any big suprises - it's not that kind of book - and various parts were a bit predictable, but frankly if you're reading chick lit and expecting complicated and unforeseen twists then you're looking in the wrong place!
Basically Falling Star is a lighthearted story with good characters, an author who knows how to write, and an underlying message that reminds the reader that in actual fact the situation Natalie finds herself in is not entirely imagined. I recommend this to anyone who likes this kind of book (well-written chick lit), and I may well now read other books by the same author.
I'm glad I did, because I actually quite enjoyed it. Yes, many of the characters and plot points were a bit over the top, but all in all it was an addictive and well-written story. It dealt with issues that are very relevant at the moment (ageism and sexism in the media world), but delivered the message without seeming 'preachy' or patronising.
Natalie, the heroine of the story, is 40 and having a career crisis thanks to her obnoxious new boss, Tony. She has also just split from her husband of more than 10 years, and is at a bit of a loose end. Add a completely amoral - and much younger - rival to the mix, not to mention her handsome agent Geoff, and you can see where the story is going. There weren't really any big suprises - it's not that kind of book - and various parts were a bit predictable, but frankly if you're reading chick lit and expecting complicated and unforeseen twists then you're looking in the wrong place!
Basically Falling Star is a lighthearted story with good characters, an author who knows how to write, and an underlying message that reminds the reader that in actual fact the situation Natalie finds herself in is not entirely imagined. I recommend this to anyone who likes this kind of book (well-written chick lit), and I may well now read other books by the same author.
68 of 70 people found the following review helpful
Format:Kindle Edition
Not much to say, except a well written "Chick Lit" book with an edge to it. The author has written strong female characters, and some really good "baddies", there are twists and turns before the story is resolved, and few unexpected ones too. I enjoyed reading this book,and it was free which is even better, especially as in the past I have paid good monies, for really bad versions of this sort of novel! Recommend it very much.
53 of 55 people found the following review helpful
Format:Kindle Edition
This book is an honest-to-goodness delight from start to finish. Not only does it provide an intriging look inside the ruthless world of network news from an author who's actually worked in that industry, but it's full of richly-drawn characters -- heroines, heroes and villains -- as well as a fast-paced plot full of delicious twists and lots of romance and heart. I couldn't put this one down!
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Very enjoyable read
I was quite surprised at how much I enjoyed this Chick Lit book (and a bonus as it was free). It was well written and not predictable like so many pieces of fiction are. Read more
Published 12 hours ago by R
Falling Star
I quite enjoyed this book, and am surprised that I did.
The book is about a TV anchor woman's fall from stardom. Read more
The book is about a TV anchor woman's fall from stardom. Read more
Published 3 days ago by P. J. Tweedie
great read
loved it, predictable end, thank goodness
downloaded to my kindle, would definitely read Diana Dempsey again
gave a good insight into the pressures of being a news anchor... Read more
downloaded to my kindle, would definitely read Diana Dempsey again
gave a good insight into the pressures of being a news anchor... Read more
Published 4 days ago by Debra Boots
Pleasant Read
New to kindle, I downloaded this for free. After around the 4th chapter I was hooked. Yes it was predictable but I still enjoyed the ride. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Ms. K. Scully
Surprisingly enjoyable
I say surprisingly enjoyable, because had it not been free, I don't think I would have downloaded what in first light, appears to be a 'chick flick' read. I was wrong. Read more
Published 8 days ago by Lesley
Good holiday read
This was the first book I downloaded to my new Kindle and I have to say that was because it was free. Read more
Published 9 days ago by CraftyCrafter
First book I read on my new Kindle
Not only was this the first book I got to read on my Kindle, but it was also the first book I had read by Diana Dempsey. Read more
Published 13 days ago by sowenso
Love it
My first kindle book, and I could not put the kindle down almost missed my stop in the train! Nice story, great book
Published 15 days ago by Milene
rosey
I could not put this book down, I did not think, I would like this story, but readin Natalie's story of the struggle to keep her job all the back bitting that goes on in the world... Read more
Published 17 days ago by rosey
easy read
Easy pick-up, put-down read. I've not read anything by this author before but will look out for her in future.
Published 19 days ago by splenda brenda
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