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Crazygirl Falls In Love
Crazygirl tells the story of Penelope Jones, a single lawyer living in London trying to find her way through a toxic work environment, a thirteen-coffee-a-day addiction and a group of girlfriends who keep leading her astray (or is she leading them?). Coupled with an inconvenient affection toward the elusive ‘Stranger’ and her evil ex-fiancé wreaking havoc on her professional integrity, things aren't going well. Then she meets Blue, waiter and DJ extraordinaire. Penelope considers him condescending and undesirable at first, but over the course of ten days discovers he is not all he once appeared.
244 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 23, 2015
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March 28, 2015
How to rate this book? At the start I really didn't like it but the last third was great.
The story follows Penny, a late twenties, single lawyer who lives in London. She hates her job, drinks too much, loves a good fight and is obsessed with finding a man. She has three close friends and they seem to spend all of their time phoning each other, going out partying and discussing their disastrous love lives. So far so sex in the city, albeit London rather than New York.
What annoyed me at the start of this book was it seemed to be a bit of a rip off of that show with a bit of Bridget Jones flung in for good measure. Penny isn't that likeable, she's supposed to be an intelligent, professional women but spends her time slacking off at work, being rude and obsessing over some loser guy because he's good looking. The fact that she and her friends score everyone out of 10 based on looks, personality and career to determine their suitability as partners really wound me up.
The story did pick up however around about the time she started to have a meltdown. It was so good to see her finally find a bit of self respect and backbone. I love it when people snap and finally say what they really mean. I wish I could do it myself at times.
Overall therefore an ok read.
The story follows Penny, a late twenties, single lawyer who lives in London. She hates her job, drinks too much, loves a good fight and is obsessed with finding a man. She has three close friends and they seem to spend all of their time phoning each other, going out partying and discussing their disastrous love lives. So far so sex in the city, albeit London rather than New York.
What annoyed me at the start of this book was it seemed to be a bit of a rip off of that show with a bit of Bridget Jones flung in for good measure. Penny isn't that likeable, she's supposed to be an intelligent, professional women but spends her time slacking off at work, being rude and obsessing over some loser guy because he's good looking. The fact that she and her friends score everyone out of 10 based on looks, personality and career to determine their suitability as partners really wound me up.
The story did pick up however around about the time she started to have a meltdown. It was so good to see her finally find a bit of self respect and backbone. I love it when people snap and finally say what they really mean. I wish I could do it myself at times.
Overall therefore an ok read.
March 13, 2015
Published: 23/02/2015
Author: Alexandra Wnuk
Recommended for: fans of 'chick lit'
Edition: Kindle
I found this novel on the Kindle Store for free and so I thought that I would give it a go. This is a fun, cute story to read, it features the main character Penelope Jones who has a mean ex-fiance and the meets Blue who she reads completely wrong as she thinks he is undesirable, this book goes to show you shouldn't judge a book by its cover. It is a good lighthearted, fun book and one that will make you want Penelope as your friend
Author: Alexandra Wnuk
Recommended for: fans of 'chick lit'
Edition: Kindle
I found this novel on the Kindle Store for free and so I thought that I would give it a go. This is a fun, cute story to read, it features the main character Penelope Jones who has a mean ex-fiance and the meets Blue who she reads completely wrong as she thinks he is undesirable, this book goes to show you shouldn't judge a book by its cover. It is a good lighthearted, fun book and one that will make you want Penelope as your friend
December 25, 2023
The second half of this far outweighs the first, but overall I enjoyed it. There were soooo many references to SATC, and it felt like plot lines, characters, and dialog were taken straight from the show, but being a huge fan of that show it didn’t bother me too much. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, right? So perhaps the author is just a huge fan too.
I find with chick lit you can’t really expect groundbreaking material, so as long as I’m entertained I call it a win.
I find with chick lit you can’t really expect groundbreaking material, so as long as I’m entertained I call it a win.
June 15, 2017
It's ok.
I wanted a quirky chic-lit Sophia Kinsella type of book but this didn't cut it. For me anyway. There are many others who will probably love this and being an anti "romance novels" person I do have to say that it held me far longer than I at first thought it would. But in the end it's simply not the read I am wanting on these fresh warm summer days.
I wanted a quirky chic-lit Sophia Kinsella type of book but this didn't cut it. For me anyway. There are many others who will probably love this and being an anti "romance novels" person I do have to say that it held me far longer than I at first thought it would. But in the end it's simply not the read I am wanting on these fresh warm summer days.
July 25, 2017
Crazy
Like I write, it's a little bit crazy. All of the sudden and at the final lap, she resolves her life. I would like a little more romance with "blue"
Like I write, it's a little bit crazy. All of the sudden and at the final lap, she resolves her life. I would like a little more romance with "blue"
November 18, 2017
Enjoyed it more then I thought I would
I need up enjoying this more then I thought I would. I couldn't stop reading and was surprised at many of the turns it took. Entertaining
I need up enjoying this more then I thought I would. I couldn't stop reading and was surprised at many of the turns it took. Entertaining
January 26, 2018
Fun read
It was a unique story and a fun read. There were several moments when I actually laughed out loud. Great fun.
It was a unique story and a fun read. There were several moments when I actually laughed out loud. Great fun.
March 28, 2015
Loved
When I stay up all night reading, I know it's a really good book. Am so sorry it's over, hope she wrote more. This book would be great for anyone who loves to get really involved with the characters in a story. Penney is so interesting and complex, as are her friends. Very fun book.
When I stay up all night reading, I know it's a really good book. Am so sorry it's over, hope she wrote more. This book would be great for anyone who loves to get really involved with the characters in a story. Penney is so interesting and complex, as are her friends. Very fun book.
May 13, 2015
Incredible
Absolutely amazing writing, just the right book to make you feel some girl power! The author just captures the female psyche so intensely and her smooth writing style resonated with me. I am an avid chick lit reader (british or otherwise) and this is definitely top 3 in flow, writing style, and interest. Please write more crazygirl books!!
Absolutely amazing writing, just the right book to make you feel some girl power! The author just captures the female psyche so intensely and her smooth writing style resonated with me. I am an avid chick lit reader (british or otherwise) and this is definitely top 3 in flow, writing style, and interest. Please write more crazygirl books!!
May 30, 2015
the story was ok. at the beginning it is very confusing the way it is written with mixed names and facts. in general the way it is written is like you are talking with a girlfriend of yours, what happened yesterday, what did he tell you and that sort of stuff. from the middle onwards it gets easier.
March 14, 2016
A Really Fun Read
This story really had me laughing most of the time. The characters are realistic, as they are not perfect. Most of the situations Penny finds herself in are spot on. Who wouldn't want to take down a cheating ex who is borderline mental.
I really enjoyed this book and recommend it to anyone in the dating scene or not.
This story really had me laughing most of the time. The characters are realistic, as they are not perfect. Most of the situations Penny finds herself in are spot on. Who wouldn't want to take down a cheating ex who is borderline mental.
I really enjoyed this book and recommend it to anyone in the dating scene or not.
May 8, 2015
Good Read!
Modern romance, with an awkward, feisty, fickle female main character. Although slightly predictable, it was well-written and entertaining, and I'm currently on the hunt for the author's next book.
Modern romance, with an awkward, feisty, fickle female main character. Although slightly predictable, it was well-written and entertaining, and I'm currently on the hunt for the author's next book.
August 7, 2015
Crazy about Crazygirl!
At first I wasn't sure about about Penny and her exploits but very quickly I was hooked and happy to be along for the ride. Funny and touching. I definitely want a sequel, Alexandra!! What will Penny do next?
At first I wasn't sure about about Penny and her exploits but very quickly I was hooked and happy to be along for the ride. Funny and touching. I definitely want a sequel, Alexandra!! What will Penny do next?
March 18, 2015
Falls in love with Crazygirl
I couldn't put this book down. I laughed out loud (especially at He Who Must Not Be Named) and wished I had a girlfriend just like Penny.
I couldn't put this book down. I laughed out loud (especially at He Who Must Not Be Named) and wished I had a girlfriend just like Penny.
March 19, 2015
I really loved this book. The main character is the sort you are really rooting for all the way through. So glad the ending gave me that feel good feeling.
April 18, 2015
Good fun read with great cheesy song quotes
May 12, 2015
Total jibberish! FULL of typos, missed words and repeated words. Really shallow characters who are only interested in sex and drinking. Avoid this one!
June 16, 2015
Thoroughly Enjoyable
Glad I came upon this read. Enjoyed the main character and her feisty little peanut self. Look forward to the next book from Wnuk.
Glad I came upon this read. Enjoyed the main character and her feisty little peanut self. Look forward to the next book from Wnuk.
November 14, 2015
Fun, cute chick lit. Enjoyed it, though sometimes the mc's rambling was a little much, and I wish Blue was in the story more. Would read more from the author.
November 27, 2015
Great read
At first I was a bit sceptical as it seemed a bit dull. The more I read the more I felt that I couldn't put the book down. It was a very enjoyable read.
At first I was a bit sceptical as it seemed a bit dull. The more I read the more I felt that I couldn't put the book down. It was a very enjoyable read.
December 31, 2015
Interesting read
The story line was a good one and although I took me a while to finish it, I still enjoyed it
The story line was a good one and although I took me a while to finish it, I still enjoyed it
April 29, 2016
Modern and hilarious!
Loved it! Amazing pop culture references (I mean who can resist a gossip girl reference?) And a lot of heart.
Loved it! Amazing pop culture references (I mean who can resist a gossip girl reference?) And a lot of heart.
March 27, 2017
Unlikable book and main character
If you are ok with the use of the word "retard" to disparage people then you may be able to get through this book. It is stunning no one from the author to her editors thought this was not ok.
If you are ok with the use of the word "retard" to disparage people then you may be able to get through this book. It is stunning no one from the author to her editors thought this was not ok.
April 11, 2017
Predictable chick lit.
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August 13, 2017The emotionally unstable MC is almost unbearably annoying. Note, however, that I was apparently interested enough to finish.
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