- Paperback: 320 pages
- Publisher: Headline Book Publishing (1 Sep 2003)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0755302680
- ISBN-13: 978-0755302680
- Product Dimensions: 21.2 x 15.2 x 2.2 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 3,635,721 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Young, gorgeous and gifted, Benjamina Franklin works for Filly, America's hippest magazine. She seems to have it all, including her master plan for world domination and lasting happiness: become a famous journalist, meet LA's cutest guy, get married, reproduce, retire to the Hamptons a la Spike Jonze and Sophia Coppola. How hard can that be? Welcome to LA, city of angels, jam packed with wannabes and has-beens, wall-to-wall with ego and not an ordinary guy in sight...
About the Author
Deanna Kizis is a freelance journalist and contributing writer at Elle magazine. She has written articles on everything from Silicon Valley Millionaires (Elle) to the politics of the party list (Harper's Bazaar), as well as penning celebrity cover stories on A list stars from Britney Spears to John Cusack. Her piece on Silicon Valley Millionaires was optioned by Julia Roberts' film company.
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3.0 out of 5 stars (32 customer reviews)
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
Words may fail me., 25 Sep 2003
By D. L Harris "dlhs82899" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: How to Meet Cute Boys (Hardcover)
Chick Lit may have hit its nadir (or is it zenith?) with "How To Meet Cute Boys," a novel that verges on self-parody. Lead character in publishing, imbued with hipster references, lots of pink type, lots of girly drinks, lots of self-deprecating comments, lots of boy angst. But what really makes this book stand out is the self-centered, narcissistic and neurotic character of the 27-year-old Benjamina Franklin (oh, boy). Her thoughts and actions were based on one of two principles: (A) How can I get a boyfriend? and (B) How do you think I can get a boyfriend?
With that in mind, it's not surprising when her new beau, the 21-year-old Max, starts getting a little freaked out. Any dating veteran will wince with recognition at his telltale signs of an increasingly disinterested lover, but as a reader I had another, stronger reaction: Damn straight. This guy's pretty sensible for his age.
If we werent supposed to see Benjamina as a victim, "How To Meet Cute Boys" could have the bones of a good satire. The idea of someone suffering through unrequited love - yet being uncomfortable when it comes to sharing the bathroom to brush your teeth - is pretty funny.
My low rating of the book stems from the usual assortment of novel-writing sins: plot is nonexistent, it's not very funny and the writing's no great shakes. (Extra discredit for repeated brand-name dropping.) However, I must give the novel its props in one respect: reading it, I felt the bite of recognition for a time in my life where I was every bit as obnoxious and clueless when it came to men. Still, owning up to it doesn't mean I was justified; I look back and cringe. I wish the author felt the same way.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
That's All?!?, 28 April 2004
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: How to Meet Cute Boys (Hardcover)
Umm...did they forget to print the last few pages or something? Good book, but a horrible ending. It seems that those several blank pages at the end of the book must have been meant to have a proper ending printed on them.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
Chic-Lit with Cosmo Appeal, 7 Dec 2003
By "wendy0528" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: How to Meet Cute Boys (Hardcover)
Deanna Kizis, West Coast Editor at Elle magazine, delivers a cute and entertaining debut addition to the chic-lit genre. Although the advice and dating policies are not what I'd take to heart, this remains a light, humorous break from the real world.27-year-old Benjamina Franklin (a.k.a. Ben) is a journalist at a successful woman's magazine, which gives her almost instant access to the hottest parties and social events in L.A. You'd think finding a boyfriend would be easy. Wrong. As Ben continues her neurotic search, she must deal with the jealousy she feels towards her younger sister who's now engaged, her not-so-helpful friends (one of whom is an analytical psychology student), her boss who's always looking for a new and romantic article from Ben, and Ben's mother. You'll just have to read about Ben's mother. You wouldn't believe me if I told you!
The chic-lit genre is becoming very popular among women, probably in their 20s and 30s. This addition is light, refreshing and funny at times. What I thought was unique, were the numorous Cosmo-like quizes and dating tips added throughout the story. For me, this book provided a nice break from the heavier reading I also enjoy.
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