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Sunday Express, 21/01/07
'A new book that will transform the most timid learner into a
fully licensed queen of the road.'
fully licensed queen of the road.'
Motror Schools Association News Jan 07
'Entertaining and informative, this book should appeal to learner
drivers and instructors alike.'
drivers and instructors alike.'
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book was an impulse buy for me, and though the cover may be a bit off-putting to some, I'd recommend it to anyone who needs a bit of light-hearted, down-to-earth encouragement on passing their driving text.
There are useful facts and figures that make you feel less of an idiot if you think you're taking longer to pass that you should. There's also practical advice on things like finding the right instructor and making the most of your lessons, and tips aimed at those accompanying the learner driver.
The book is full of anecdotes from real people, and they're not inspirational nonsense - there's a real feeling of honesty to the stories: `Deep down I think I was scared of having to drive alone and so that's why I kept failing...'.
It's basically a great all-rounder, tackling driving from all angles, and making you feel less alone! And it doesn't stop at the point of passing your test, it tells you the stuff you need to know about afterwards too. Though I read it through from cover to cover, there are bits I'll definitely dip back into.
There are useful facts and figures that make you feel less of an idiot if you think you're taking longer to pass that you should. There's also practical advice on things like finding the right instructor and making the most of your lessons, and tips aimed at those accompanying the learner driver.
The book is full of anecdotes from real people, and they're not inspirational nonsense - there's a real feeling of honesty to the stories: `Deep down I think I was scared of having to drive alone and so that's why I kept failing...'.
It's basically a great all-rounder, tackling driving from all angles, and making you feel less alone! And it doesn't stop at the point of passing your test, it tells you the stuff you need to know about afterwards too. Though I read it through from cover to cover, there are bits I'll definitely dip back into.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought the Girls'Guide to Losing your L-Plates last year when I was learning to drive in a manual car. I was good at clutch control but felt nervous about stalling and holding the car "on the bite" at junctions. Reading this book helped me to realise that driving does not come naturally to everyone. I could easily relate to the true life stories of crying in front of the instructor and struggles with roundabouts (my own pet hate). This year I switched over to automatic and passed my test in August.
The book is written in a friendly manner but is never too jokey or girly (despite the title). I found the level of writing was pitched just right - neither simplistic nor dry and over technical. I now keep the book on a shelf next to my road atlases and I still refer to it when I need to look up something I have forgotten or don't quite understand.
As a 40 something I could hardly describe myself as a girl but I would heartily recommend this book to learner driver "boys" and "girls" of all ages.
The book is written in a friendly manner but is never too jokey or girly (despite the title). I found the level of writing was pitched just right - neither simplistic nor dry and over technical. I now keep the book on a shelf next to my road atlases and I still refer to it when I need to look up something I have forgotten or don't quite understand.
As a 40 something I could hardly describe myself as a girl but I would heartily recommend this book to learner driver "boys" and "girls" of all ages.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If I could give this book 10 stars believe me I would - and then some! I brought this book in desperation after failing my eigth driving test. I skipped the first few chapters about booking lesson and picking an instructor becasue they were irrelevent to me. I went straight to the chapter on tips for passing your driving test and I have to say - it saved my life, my dignity and my sanity!Three hours ago I passed my driving test on my 9th attempt, just weeks after buying this book. Of course it would be stupid to say that this book passed me my test - but it definitly helped put my mind into the right perspective for my test and I looked at it in a whole new frame of mind - and bingo 'Congratulations - you have passed! the 4 words I never thought I'd ever hear.
The best thing about this book is that the author Maria McCarthy doesn't patronise you with her tone, nor does she use fancy jargon and rhetoric. She speaks to you through the pages as if she's your best friend giving you encouragement and advice and seems to really understand what it feels like if you don't pass. There is even a chapter dedicated to how to get over it! (which believe me I am an expert on!) But Maria doesn't just stop at passing your test, she continues with chapters on how to handle your first time driving alone since passing which I know will come in really handy. This book is very uplifting, and does make you feel much more confindent and calm. I can honestly say I wish I'd bought this book 4 years ago when I first started driving - I'd probably have got through it a lot sooner. It truly has been one 'L' of a ride (No pun intended!)Also, this book is full of anecdotes from women who have also struggled with every different aspect of driving, they tell their stories with full and frank honesty and it's nice to realise that you really aren't alone.
I'd recomend this book highly to anyone in my position who has numerous failures behind them and even better, young girls just learning to drive. The advice in this book is invaluable and I'll definitly keep it for many years to come. Maria McCarthy - Thank you, from the bottom of my heart!
The best thing about this book is that the author Maria McCarthy doesn't patronise you with her tone, nor does she use fancy jargon and rhetoric. She speaks to you through the pages as if she's your best friend giving you encouragement and advice and seems to really understand what it feels like if you don't pass. There is even a chapter dedicated to how to get over it! (which believe me I am an expert on!) But Maria doesn't just stop at passing your test, she continues with chapters on how to handle your first time driving alone since passing which I know will come in really handy. This book is very uplifting, and does make you feel much more confindent and calm. I can honestly say I wish I'd bought this book 4 years ago when I first started driving - I'd probably have got through it a lot sooner. It truly has been one 'L' of a ride (No pun intended!)Also, this book is full of anecdotes from women who have also struggled with every different aspect of driving, they tell their stories with full and frank honesty and it's nice to realise that you really aren't alone.
I'd recomend this book highly to anyone in my position who has numerous failures behind them and even better, young girls just learning to drive. The advice in this book is invaluable and I'll definitly keep it for many years to come. Maria McCarthy - Thank you, from the bottom of my heart!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
best book u can buy
This is the best book i have brought. After failing my driving test repeatedly i done loads of research on the net about how to deal with nerves when doing a driving test and i... Read more
Published 3 months ago by hanzy
really good book
I really like this book. I bought it because i want to learn more about driving and hopefully will start learning soon. Read more
Published 3 months ago by jenni
A really good and helpful book!
I decided to buy this book after failing my first driving test. As soon as I received it, I started reading it very closing. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Jr
coudnt have passed my test without it!
brilliant book, couldnt have passed my test without it!
i finally got round to taking my test at 28, and this book was a big help! Read more
i finally got round to taking my test at 28, and this book was a big help! Read more
Published 5 months ago by Miss L. Heselden
Book Review
I ordered The Girls Guide to Losing your L Plates for my daughter as she was turning 17 and about to start driving lessons. Read more
Published 8 months ago by L. Payne
Wrong information
Contains wrong information. For correct information search the internet, partucularly the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) or Business Link sites. Very dissapointing. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Driving Instructor
L Plates.
Very pleased at the speed my order was dealt with.Arrived in perfect condition hope it helps my granddaughter to throw away her L Plates.
Published 10 months ago by parrot
The Road to Victory!!!!
This book is an absolute most for any first time Learners or repeat learners. I had done many tests before I decided to get this book and amazingly I passed. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mel
Regretful
Alot of this info is avail for free on the internet and at least one of the chapters, which talks about prices of things, is already considerably out of date. Read more
Published 17 months ago by CurlyKel
Good for motivation when you are flagging
This book provides more of a confidence boost, when the going gets tough, rather than a strategy for passing your test (although tips and hints proliferate). Read more
Published 19 months ago by Rumplestaleskin
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