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The Old Girl Network (Paperback)

by Catherine Alliott (Author)
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  • Paperback: 512 pages
  • Publisher: Headline book publishing (9 Jun 2006)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0747243905
  • ISBN-13: 978-0747243908
  • Product Dimensions: 17.2 x 10.4 x 3.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 167,253 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Dreamy, scatty and impossibly romantic, Polly McLaren is a secretary in an advertising agency, but the day a stranger on a train catches her eye, her life changes for ever. This American Romeo, who s recognised her old school scarf, begs Polly to help him find his missing Juliet. Over an intoxicating dinner at the Savoy, Polly agrees to play Cupid St Gertrude s girls must, after all, stick together and her investigations begin. The last thing she needs now is trouble from the men in her life...<br/> <br />...like Henry Lloyd Roberts Polly s madly attractive but infuriatingly elusive boyfriend. It s he who goads her into turning detective on the grounds that it might give her something to do for a change. Not to mention distract her from his own lustful pursuits...<br/> <br />...and Nick Penhalligan Polly s rude, arrogant and ridiculously demanding boss, who s not best pleased that her mind is everywhere but on her job. But even he gets entangled when the old-girl network turns into a spider s web of complications, deceit, and finally, love.

About the Author
Catherine Alliott worked in London as a copywriter in advertising. She now lives in Hertfordshire with her husband, a barrister, and their three children.

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious, 10 Jan 2004
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This book, although relatively old, was one that caught my eye sometime ago on a recommendations list by amazon. I put it in my wish list for Crimble and alas my wonderfull husband bought me it!
This is the first of Alliots i have read and it will not be the last! I am really impressed!
It begins with the lead character Polly playing her games on the way to work and from then on you just cannot stop laughing, the story goes on to tell of her past present and "what SHE thinks is going to be" her future. The characters Alliot has invented are so loveable, even the "villains", such as her "boyfriend" Harry and her boss Nick. Polly is forever daydreaming about one thing or another and this is where her personality shows itself! The endless twists and turns she takes are what makes the story! A most memorable character who will leave you awake laughing until the early hours definately worth a read!
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars A fun read, ideal as a holiday book for the beach, 18 Jul 1999
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The Old-girl network is a fast and funny read, ideal for the beach or lounging around the garden on a sunny day. It's light and undemanding, but that doesn't mean you have to switch off your brain. The plot is complicated enough to keep your interest, the heroine isn't so dim or the hero such a macho bore that you lose interest in whether they get together or not. In short, it's a modern, witty romance that - in parts - had me laughing out loud. I'd recommend it, and look forward to reading more of Catherine Alliott's books.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Best read ever, 11 April 2002
I first picked up the book in my local library in Perth Western Australia. I laughed from start to finish, as the story has an interesting plot it made for really excellent reading. I have since bought the book and all other titles of Catherines. I have also got many of my aussie friends interested too. Must read. Please write more.
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2.0 out of 5 stars disapointing
found this story a little difficult to follow initally as it was a tadge boring and confusing. At one point I nearly put the book away however as I dont like giving up half way... Read more
Published 15 months ago by M. Crompton

1.0 out of 5 stars a HUGE disappointment
I am sorry to disagree with most of the reviewers here, however I found this book painfully annoying, tedious and stupid. Read more
Published on 9 Aug 2005 by Atheana

5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth a read!
I first read this book a couple of years ago and found it really good fun. It's the kind of book you can come back to and read again and again. Read more
Published on 8 Jul 2004 by cgno1

5.0 out of 5 stars Read it!
This is such a funny book. I read it for the first time a couple of years ago and it's the kind of book that you can go back to and read again and again because it will still... Read more
Published on 8 Jul 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars I love Polly!!!
On reading this book, Polly gets into your head. She became my new best friend. She is a wonderful character and made me laugh out loud so many times, it got a little... Read more
Published on 20 Feb 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars fantasticly funny laugh out loud best read ever
the best book that I have read it made me laugh out loud I read going to far first not realising that it was a sequel so when I stumbled across the old girl network and stumbled... Read more
Published on 1 Feb 2002 by carolinecarrington@cwctv.net

5.0 out of 5 stars Laugh-out-loud funny!!
This book is just so funny. I laughed out loud whilst reading it ... on a train, in a cafe, on a bus. Read more
Published on 6 Dec 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars The hilarious first novel from this excellent author
This novel is hysterical. I have been addicted to Catherine Alliott ever since.
The plot is great - a real page turner. Read more
Published on 5 Nov 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars Addictive, fun-loving and reassuringly real!
This is a great read - if you think you've got it bad others in this book have it worse! Polly McLarens character is one all sane women should be able to relate to - Why have... Read more
Published on 10 Jun 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars Why do we love them?
The question I keep asking myself is this: How can I, a self-proclaimed feminist, be such a sucker for characters like Polly and Nick? Read more
Published on 14 Feb 2001

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