- Paperback: 416 pages
- Publisher: William Morrow & Company (May 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 006098824X
- ISBN-13: 978-0060988241
- Product Dimensions: 21 x 14 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (40 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,397,173 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Publisher's Weekly
'Had Maxted published this sharp, witty tale of a British woman's love life and real life before the Bridget Jones phenomenon, Fielding's novel might have been noted as a pale comparison.'
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'Maxted writes beautifully' -- "The Express
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'Warm, poignant and very funny' -- Marian Keyes
'A brilliant debut' -- "Cosmopolitan"
'Maxted is a gifted comic writer' -- "The Times" --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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'Warm, poignant and very funny' -- Marian Keyes
'A brilliant debut' -- "Cosmopolitan"
'Maxted is a gifted comic writer' -- "The Times" --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is one of the most true to life books I have ever read. It's funny, sad, bitter, sarcastic, sometimes annoying, sometimes scary, just like life itself - a very honest description of life. I cannot believe this book is seriously being compared to Bridget Jones (which I enjoyed for the "fun" factor, but did not think was great literature) - this is so much more complex and poignant. Helen's relationships with everyone from Fatboy to her mother to her boss sound genuine. I love how each chapter starts with an anecdote that is related to the chapter's topic. To me this book was like a female version of Nick Hornby's "High Fidelity" - a stunningly honest description of life as a young adult trying to come to terms with the fact that you don't have all the answers. Highly recommended!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
When I initially read the outline of this book I wrongly presumed that this was another amusing tale of a twenty-something bored with her career and manless (cue Bridget Jones). But I was pleasantly greeted with an excellent, touching tale of Helen - recently bereived and dealing with family and personal issues.
An excellent realistic story which really tugs at the heartstrings, as she tries to help her mother, keep her friends, find true love, and find herself in the process. It details too how the loss of a loved one can affect people, and also the tools in an effort to "come to terms" with it. I wish I had had this book to hand for my mum, who lost her mother a few years ago and could not deal with her grief.
Anna has an excellent descriptive nature and style to her writing which includes starting each chapter looking back and reflecting. Really entertaining to read.
Cant wait for the next book if this is the shape of things to come.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Anna Maxted's book is a joy to read.I took it on holiday with me and found myself laughing out loud at some parts and openly crying at others,(great interest from those around who didn't seem to be getting the same effect from their Jackie Collins'). At times I felt raw emotion coming from the pages. There are also some side splittingly funny scenarios in the book which made me cringe, the characters were believable and I liked the fact that the main character took great delight in winding (certain) people up. I highly recommend this book.I have chicken pox now and wish I hadn't read it yet as it would see me through this house arrest I feel as though I'm under!
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Don't read in a public place. . . .
. . . .unless you want to get some rather strange looks. I adored this book and it genuinely made me laugh (yes out loud! Read more
Published 3 months ago by Victoria
A cosy read
I have acquired a few by this author, through charity shop buys and swopping. I thought it best to start with her first novel and I was pleasantly surprised. Read more
Published on 24 Dec 2007 by SJSmith
EXCELLENT
Loved the book. Couldnt put it down but didnt want it to end either!!!
Published on 9 Sep 2003 by Pia Westerdahl
Fab
I have now read both Anna Maxted's first novels, and am looking forward to reading her third.
I picked up "getting over it" by chance, thinking I'd give a new author a try and... Read more
I picked up "getting over it" by chance, thinking I'd give a new author a try and... Read more
Published on 2 May 2003 by "melibop41"
you have to read it!
I love chick lit, but lately I was a little bit disappointed because all started to look the same. I was even getting worried! Read more
Published on 17 Feb 2002
One of my all-time favourite books
Incredibly true to life, funny, sad - I think it's almost impossible to read this book and not recognise yourself or someone you know. Read more
Published on 13 Feb 2002
Fantasticaly funny, easily realted to, side splitting
This book has to be the best book I've read that I can really relate to. Maxted's humour is so clear and set that I find myself laughing out loud hysterically, and getting strange... Read more
Published on 2 April 2001
I want to be buried with this book
This is undoubtedly one of the best books i have read in years. I laughed my way through the book not just because of the hilarious way in which it is written but also because you... Read more
Published on 30 Mar 2001
you cry, you laugh even cringe...
First book of Annas that I read.I loved it. I ceratinly felt for her and couldn't believe what she was doing half the time..but the CAT certainly came in handy did it not. Read more
Published on 17 Jan 2001 by Helena Kawalec
Fantastic
What a fantastic book. I can't wait to read the next work from Anna Maxted. The book allows you to look at life seriously or in a more light hearted manner. A great read.
Published on 22 Dec 2000
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