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An early bestseller from the author of the fabulous Shopaholic series
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I borrowed this from my sister, I am glad I didn't pay for it. I've read most of the books she has written as Sophie Kinsella, so I was expecting something a little bit more like that. However, I found this book very boring. The characters were 2-dimensional and mostly unpleasant, even when you were supposed to empathise with them. The spineless parents were easily led by a manipulative lawyer to sue their friends, and their intermittent bursts of rationality were easily headed off by the most obvious ploys. The content and style struck me as old-fashioned, reminding me of a poor attempt at Mary Wesley. The subject was miserable, the people in the book were miserable, and I was miserable by the time I'd finished it. Had it not been borrowed, I would have immediately given it to charity. As it is, I don't recommend it at all, especially if you've enjoyed the Shopaholic books or her other novels.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This was the first book by Madeleine Whickham that I had read, having enjoyed all of her books under her pen-name of Sophie Kinsella. I wasn't disappointed and found it absorbing and the characters believable. I'm definitely going to read more of her books.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is the first of Madeleine's books I have read, although I have read her other books under the writer of Sophie Kinsella.
Did not really know what to expect, but quickly became engrossed in Swimming Pool Sunday, which is set in an country village. Reminded me a bit of Midsomer Murders but without the murder, kept me turning the page and wanting to find out what happens in the end. Really enjoyed the book and am looking forward to reading many more.
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Rather dull and predictable
I found this book easy to read with an interesting story line, however it has quite a predictable ending and I found it rather dull in parts. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Lynn M
sophie kinsella, swimming pool sunday
Great read. As always with Sophie Kilsellas books fully enjoyable. Buying porduct was easy and delivered immediately. Very good value for money.
Published 1 month ago by sharkyoz
Not the usual laugh a minute you may expect from Sophie Kinsella
I enjoyed this book but not half as much of any of her later works from Shopaholic onwards. Consequently I probably won't bother with any of her other earlier books.
Published 2 months ago by Aunt Sally
Another Madeleine Wickham to enjoy....
Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella is just not my thing. But I am enjoying reading Madeleine Wickham's tales
Typical sunny day in the village. There's an accident. Turmoil. Read more
Typical sunny day in the village. There's an accident. Turmoil. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Pink Panther
Good read
This is the first I've read as Madeleine Wickham but I've read all the Sophie Kinsella books. Jury's still out for me. I prefer the 'Sophie' style of writing. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Poolie
SPA away day
Took this to a spa brak and although it was a slow burner at first i couldn't put it down so wasn't disappointed by the ending! I'm a fan of sophie's books so seek out any . Read more
Published 7 months ago by Rosie
A little disappointing, but not awful
I've read quite a few Sophie Kinsella books, including all of the Shopaholic series. This book wasn't one of her best if I'm honest. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Miss Penguin
Enjoyable
This is the first Sophie Kinsella book I have read and it defiantly wont be my last I have now bought all the Madeline Wickham and shopaholic books. Read more
Published 8 months ago by PookieHayes
great.
The books was in great condition and arrived really quickly. A great bargain, Can't wait to order from you again, Thanks!
Published 8 months ago by Melaniet1987
Another great, easy to read book.
I am a huge fan of Kinsella and whilst I have been a bit disapointed in some of her latest books like twenties girl i have been discovering the books she wrote in her past name and... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Missy
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