Isabel Spellman's Guide to Etiquette: What is Wrong with You People

The Spellmans

by Isabel Spellman, Lisa Lutz

Ever wonder what Isabel thinks about such topics eating, email, dating, weddings, driving, umbrellas (and more)?
Her behavioral Isabel Spellman's Guide to What Is Wrong with You People will answer these and other common etiquette questions.

Genres: Humor, Fiction, Mystery, Self Help, Ebooks

67 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 28, 2013

Reviews

[Madeline · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5 Stars. Nothing new, we should already know proper etiquette.

I thought it would be funnier.

[Abbey · Rating 4 out of 5]

The only thing this book was missing was the voice of Christina Moore as narrator--I missed her so!

Fortunately, I have her voice of Izzy well etched in my mind and read the whole thing internally that way.

Really, this is just some humorous highlights of Izzy-quirks, a couple anecdotes that I don't recall being in the books alluded to (ie, a letter of apology to her cousin Amanda after she was a bridesmaid in Amanda's wedding).

Good stuff, all around, if very short.

[Susan Ferguson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Isabel Spellman of the "Spellman Files" series has written an etiquette book (Grammy made her read Emily Post as a punishment). Her rules of etiquette are short, but rather to the point in the usual Isabel style of things. Funny.

[Sharon · Rating 3 out of 5]

First, a confession: I downloaded this on my Kindle as I was about to board an airplane because it was available for free through my library. I had no idea Isabel Spellman was a character or that this was tied to a book series in any way. It is likely that this seriously compromised by understanding of the book! However, despite my deficiencies, I thought this was a very funny and quick read. Might even lead me to check out the Spellman books!

[Paula Lyle · Rating 3 out of 5]

The best part of this book was the first chapter of the next Spellman book. This was cute, but those are awesome. I can't wait!

[Christine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice little reintroduction to the Spellman with while we wait for the new book coming out next week.

[Susan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Izzie's no-nonsense guide to etiquette. Quick read, entertaining.

[Greyling54 · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you've read the Spellman files books, this is a lovely, funny book on etiquette that you are sure to enjoy. Not so sure what to think about it if I had come upon it cold. Advice is generally good and sensible.

[Elisa · Rating 3 out of 5]

I miss the Spellmans!

[Miranda · Rating 3 out of 5]

A charming and quick read, perfect for Spellman fans.

[Chris · Rating 5 out of 5]

I agree with nearly every piece of advice - and footnote - in Izzy's book of commonsense etiquette. Especially regarding baby showers.

[René · Rating 3 out of 5]

Etiquette Book by Fictional Character

Cute premise. Need to have read other stories to understand most of what is mentioned. Sometimes background story is shared; sometimes it is not. As Isabel Spellman is a funny character, this happens to be considered funny. If she weren't so endearing, it would be annoying.

[Elizabeth (Miss Eliza) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Funny little guide to being a human written by Isabel Spellman. Very funny, it's like reading lots of the footnotes for one of Lutz's Spellman books, also, some of the points are right on. Also has sneak peek of new Spellman book to, which was awesome btw (full book and sneak peek).

[Sandi · Rating 4 out of 5]

A plug for organ donation (specifically livers, yay!) and reminders to not eat tuna fish sandwiches on planes. How could anyone resist loving this book...and better yet, why would they want to do so?

[John Walker · Rating 4 out of 5]

Always a fan of Isabel Spellman and the files. This is a bit lacking, which I suppose has to do with the old Isabel in the first four books. I miss the old Izzy
but any Izzy Spellman is better than none.

[Laura Steinert · Rating 4 out of 5]

Extremely NOT painful help for young people. Easy to read with clear examples of life today (and not the 1800s). Without all the exaggerated "manners" and demands of the ultra rich. Have a pre-teen or teen? get this book!

[Gina Boyd · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wish I knew Lisa Lutz, and I can't wait for the next Spellman novel.

[Adele · Rating 4 out of 5]

Too funny! Be sure to read all the footnotes, too, just like in the other Spellman "documents, now available in paperback".

[Meredith Kaupp · Rating 4 out of 5]

This wasn't as funny as I expected, but I have very high expectations when it comes to Izzy Spellman. It was definitely a nice little surprise in between books, though.

[Carolyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

Actually, fairly calm book of modern etiquette. Some funny footnotes, but don't look for a Spellman files type book. Very short...amusing, but not knee-slapping.

[Judy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun, quick read for fans of the series.

[Gaynol · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hilarious, someone you know needs to read this. Common sense advice and just flat out funny!

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short but always thought provokingly funny. Love this hilarious author.

[Janeene · Rating 3 out of 5]

very quick e-book but wanted to read it before starting The Last Word .......

[Diane Bocci · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very short and enjoyable e-book. I think that someone who is enjoying reading the Spellman series, will love this. I think it's 99 cents on Amazon and B & N.

[Natalie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was okay, but not quite, somehow, in Izzy's loveable voice like I expected. David's intro was pretty good, though!

[Michaela Bench · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute - short - got some laughs, but prefer the Spellman File books better.

[Berenice McHale]

loved it - made me laugh from cover to cover

[JPM · Rating 2 out of 5]

A bonus read for big Spellman fans. I was annoyed that the footnotes didn't line up with the pages on the Kindle.

[Whitney Zink · Rating 5 out of 5]

What can I say? Lisa Lutz is hilarious. I like her style of humor.