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Dear Internet: It's Me, Avery
"Oh, don’t judge me, people. We all do it.
Don’t try to tell me that you’ve never checked that weird mole on your thigh on WebMD. Or how to fold meringue on Epicurious. And, there’s no way that I’m the only one who clears her search history after looking up how to give a great bl— (Um, that last one’s not important.)"
When newspaper reporter Avery Fowler discovers her husband is having an affair, the online help site HowTo.com is where she turns to navigate this challenging stage of her life.
If the Internet is Avery’s information god, then HowTo.com is her Holy Grail. Its live chat option is like having a virtual life coach for the low, low price of $14.95 a month:
Add into the mix a new boss whose managerial style calls to mind the Wicked Bitch Witch of the West—or the Anti-Christ—and the poor girl needs all the help she can get! The stakes rise and hilarity ensues as our heroine struggles to take control of her personal life and topple her boss after she learns Victoria’s guilty secret.
With Clementine (virtually) in tow, our heroine tackles such tricky situations as dating after divorce, sex once nothing points north anymore, and how to cover attempted murder scenes (despite a paralyzing fear of blood) as the new and improved Avery Fowler 2.0.
Don’t try to tell me that you’ve never checked that weird mole on your thigh on WebMD. Or how to fold meringue on Epicurious. And, there’s no way that I’m the only one who clears her search history after looking up how to give a great bl— (Um, that last one’s not important.)"
When newspaper reporter Avery Fowler discovers her husband is having an affair, the online help site HowTo.com is where she turns to navigate this challenging stage of her life.
If the Internet is Avery’s information god, then HowTo.com is her Holy Grail. Its live chat option is like having a virtual life coach for the low, low price of $14.95 a month:
Add into the mix a new boss whose managerial style calls to mind the Wicked Bitch Witch of the West—or the Anti-Christ—and the poor girl needs all the help she can get! The stakes rise and hilarity ensues as our heroine struggles to take control of her personal life and topple her boss after she learns Victoria’s guilty secret.
With Clementine (virtually) in tow, our heroine tackles such tricky situations as dating after divorce, sex once nothing points north anymore, and how to cover attempted murder scenes (despite a paralyzing fear of blood) as the new and improved Avery Fowler 2.0.
258 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 27, 2015
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About the author
Jennifer Ammoscato
4 books94 followersBy day, Jennifer Ammoscato is an intrepid writer/editor. By night, she fights crime (not so much), the urge to organize closets and to stuff herself with salted chocolate caramels.
Despite her exhaustive to-do list, she's written the following novels:
Dear Internet: It's Me, Avery (Book 1)
The Internet Made Me Do It (Book 2)
The Internet Never Lies (Book 3)
The Detour - A Road Trip with My Mom, Her Pug & a 1986 Volvo
Despite her exhaustive to-do list, she's written the following novels:
Dear Internet: It's Me, Avery (Book 1)
The Internet Made Me Do It (Book 2)
The Internet Never Lies (Book 3)
The Detour - A Road Trip with My Mom, Her Pug & a 1986 Volvo
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July 10, 2017
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Dear Internet is the first instalment in a trilogy of books about Avery Fowler, written by Jennifer Ammoscato.
Avery Fowler's life isn't exactly going so well. First she finds out her husband is having an affair. Then her new boss turns out to be an absolute nightmare. So not only is she desperately trying to hang on to her job, or somehow find a way to get rid of her boss, she's also trying to pick up the pieces of a broken marriage and navigate the dangerous minefield of dating. And she does all this with the help of the Internet. In particular, a site called HowTo.com which has a live chat option.
Avery has an incredibly fun personality and I warmed to her immediately. She's really likeable and frequently had me in fits of giggles. She's also very much glued to her phone. It's almost like an extra hand. She will ask Clementine, the virtual life coach, pretty much everything from how to get rid of red wine stains on a white carpet to how to tell the signs when your husband is cheating on you, or even how to get away with murder. Throw in the banter with her circle of friends and this very much reminded me of Bridget Jones.
This isn't my usual type of read, as you all should know by now. But I found it to be thoroughly entertaining as Avery tries to reinvent herself. The author has a delicious sense of humour and frequently throws in some fabulous one-liners. So if you're looking for a little something that'll put a smile on your face and would like to try out the chick-lit department, then this is the book for you!
Dear Internet is the first instalment in a trilogy of books about Avery Fowler, written by Jennifer Ammoscato.
Avery Fowler's life isn't exactly going so well. First she finds out her husband is having an affair. Then her new boss turns out to be an absolute nightmare. So not only is she desperately trying to hang on to her job, or somehow find a way to get rid of her boss, she's also trying to pick up the pieces of a broken marriage and navigate the dangerous minefield of dating. And she does all this with the help of the Internet. In particular, a site called HowTo.com which has a live chat option.
Avery has an incredibly fun personality and I warmed to her immediately. She's really likeable and frequently had me in fits of giggles. She's also very much glued to her phone. It's almost like an extra hand. She will ask Clementine, the virtual life coach, pretty much everything from how to get rid of red wine stains on a white carpet to how to tell the signs when your husband is cheating on you, or even how to get away with murder. Throw in the banter with her circle of friends and this very much reminded me of Bridget Jones.
This isn't my usual type of read, as you all should know by now. But I found it to be thoroughly entertaining as Avery tries to reinvent herself. The author has a delicious sense of humour and frequently throws in some fabulous one-liners. So if you're looking for a little something that'll put a smile on your face and would like to try out the chick-lit department, then this is the book for you!
June 20, 2015
Review first published on Musings of a Wallflower
I didn't want to to put this book down! It was very entertaining, and Avery's personality was just hilarious!
Avery is a 36 year old journalist, who discovered that her husband cheating on her. Not knowing how to deal with everything, she turns to her virtual know-it-all Clementine for answers and advise.
I found that Avery was quite relatable and likable. She had a strong support network in the form of her friends and parents. I loved that her inner monologue was quite realistic - Even when things got messy, she still spoke (or thought) like the average woman. I really liked that.
Dear Internet, It's Me Avery is a light, witty, and a fun read, it will suck you in and keep you entertained. I can't believe that this is Ammoscato's debut novel! I enjoyed her writing style. We got a teaser of the second installment, now I can't wait to read it.
*This arc was kindly provided by Blue Moon Publishers via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you!
I didn't want to to put this book down! It was very entertaining, and Avery's personality was just hilarious!
Avery is a 36 year old journalist, who discovered that her husband cheating on her. Not knowing how to deal with everything, she turns to her virtual know-it-all Clementine for answers and advise.
I found that Avery was quite relatable and likable. She had a strong support network in the form of her friends and parents. I loved that her inner monologue was quite realistic - Even when things got messy, she still spoke (or thought) like the average woman. I really liked that.
Dear Internet, It's Me Avery is a light, witty, and a fun read, it will suck you in and keep you entertained. I can't believe that this is Ammoscato's debut novel! I enjoyed her writing style. We got a teaser of the second installment, now I can't wait to read it.
*This arc was kindly provided by Blue Moon Publishers via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you!
July 25, 2015
This is 3.5
‘Dear Internet, It’s Me Avery’ was an interesting read. The first thing that grabbed me was the title as it is eye catching and made me wonder what it meant. The very idea of Avery looking for help on everything in her life had me in stitches in the situations she got herself in and the consequences that came with it. This book made me smile and as a result I’m looking forward to the second book in the series and hopefully more after that.
Thank you to Net galley and the publishers for providing a copy in exchange for an honest review.
‘Dear Internet, It’s Me Avery’ was an interesting read. The first thing that grabbed me was the title as it is eye catching and made me wonder what it meant. The very idea of Avery looking for help on everything in her life had me in stitches in the situations she got herself in and the consequences that came with it. This book made me smile and as a result I’m looking forward to the second book in the series and hopefully more after that.
Thank you to Net galley and the publishers for providing a copy in exchange for an honest review.
March 8, 2016
In a nutshell: Avery nearly loses it when her husband tells her he is leaving her for his secretary, but she handles this life crisis in the same way she handles all her problems: by asking her helper Clementine on Howto.com.
Recommendation: Do not under any circumstances read this book because it will not add any value whatsoever to your book list; You will be overwhelmed with a poor writing style, angered by the clearly insane protagonist, and peeved by the “OMG” ‘s strewn everywhere.
Sorry, I’m going against the grain of the author writing a MAJOR MARKETING SALES PITCH for everyone to read it and recommend it to people on the very first page. As a ‘wannabe” author myself, self-promotion in your own book at the beginning telling everyone to buy it seriously irks me. I have never seen anything so blatant in my entire life. It threw me off… And then I started reading it and realized that maybe the author needs to self promote herself because the book is poorly written with an unlikable main character and a story line that is all over the place.
“’Dear SexyChick8459,’ purrs Jay2362. ‘You’re the kind of woman I’m looking for. Hope we can meet for drinks sometime. I’m very excited to meet you!’ I quickly scan Jay2362′s profile. Never married, good-looking, owns an accounting business, and enjoys sailing and snowboarding. I jump up off the couch and punch my fist in the air. ‘I ROCK! Yeah, baby! I rock. Yeah, baby!’ Question: Am I a hypocrite? Answer: Do you really think I care? (Seriously, don’t judge me until your husband dumps you in a Thai restaurant over spring rolls. I have nothing to freaking answer for.)”
Avery relies on her virtual helper Clementine on Howto.com to solve all her problems… but there is one problem that the British cyber helper may not be able to solve: how to get Avery over the fact that her husband left her for his secretary. As Avery goes through this, she also goes through changes at her job at the Ottawa Herald Tribune where she is a reporter, as she gets a new editor in chief that is a monster. Avery re-enters dating life and struggles to get over her failed marriage, all while making a fool of herself in multiple awkward situations and mishaps.
As you can see, I didn’t appreciate the books from basically all aspects, including the writing style, characters, and plot.
I will start with the writing style. It is much to simple and very chick lit, but even worse because it’s as if the author tries to be descriptive but in all the wrong ways. It also gets repetitive as if it hasn’t been edited well. On one page alone, the author writes twice that Avery is sitting in a Thai restaurant on a June evening. I’m sorry, I read you the first time. and one part of a sentence quotes, “the popular restaurant is busy.” When I read this, I knew I would loathe the book. If a restaurant is popular it implies that it is busy. Redundancy in prose irks me. I will note once again that I am very picky when it comes to writing styles and cannot tolerate certain things… especially when I see an author write “OMG” or “WTF” in both short and long form… and if you’re going to use those phrases, at least make it consistent throughout the book.
I dislike Avery as a main character and supposed protagonist for the book. Who turns to Howto to solve all her problems? Well… I guess many people in this day and age turn to the internet but for EVERYTHING? Not to mention that she doesn’t even take the advice half the time and does her own thing. Avery also kind of whines about everything and her relationships throughout the book are just perplexing. Finally, I was once an amateur journalist, and the way she is at her job, like saying “I don’t write news stories” or having to have other people do her work for her since she sucks at doing her actual job, tells me that she doesn’t care about journalism. She says she had role models for journalism but the way she is with her career… it seems like she doesn’t really care about it.
Does Clementine count as a character? because her/his advice isn’t really helpful in my opinion. Avery and her best friend Jordan don’t seem THAT close, especially since Avery only talks to Jordan on the phone throughout the book and hangs out with her co-workers more than anyone really.
Finally, the plot is so all over the place. Is it about Avery’s failed marriage and her getting through the rejection? Is it about her crazy new boss and work woes? Is it about her rampant dating life or love of wine? Is it about her friendships with her colourful co-workers? I mean, the plot you would think is supposed to be about Avery asking the internet for help, which she kind of does, but it is not the main focal point of the book and is kind of just peppered throughout like it’s filler content. The main plot consists of what I listed above, not what the book kind of promises to be about based on the title.
One good thing I will say is that the chapters are short so I was able to whip through the book quickly. I am a reader that HAS to finish a book when I start it, even if I don’t like it.
Recommendation: Do not under any circumstances read this book because it will not add any value whatsoever to your book list; You will be overwhelmed with a poor writing style, angered by the clearly insane protagonist, and peeved by the “OMG” ‘s strewn everywhere.
Sorry, I’m going against the grain of the author writing a MAJOR MARKETING SALES PITCH for everyone to read it and recommend it to people on the very first page. As a ‘wannabe” author myself, self-promotion in your own book at the beginning telling everyone to buy it seriously irks me. I have never seen anything so blatant in my entire life. It threw me off… And then I started reading it and realized that maybe the author needs to self promote herself because the book is poorly written with an unlikable main character and a story line that is all over the place.
“’Dear SexyChick8459,’ purrs Jay2362. ‘You’re the kind of woman I’m looking for. Hope we can meet for drinks sometime. I’m very excited to meet you!’ I quickly scan Jay2362′s profile. Never married, good-looking, owns an accounting business, and enjoys sailing and snowboarding. I jump up off the couch and punch my fist in the air. ‘I ROCK! Yeah, baby! I rock. Yeah, baby!’ Question: Am I a hypocrite? Answer: Do you really think I care? (Seriously, don’t judge me until your husband dumps you in a Thai restaurant over spring rolls. I have nothing to freaking answer for.)”
Avery relies on her virtual helper Clementine on Howto.com to solve all her problems… but there is one problem that the British cyber helper may not be able to solve: how to get Avery over the fact that her husband left her for his secretary. As Avery goes through this, she also goes through changes at her job at the Ottawa Herald Tribune where she is a reporter, as she gets a new editor in chief that is a monster. Avery re-enters dating life and struggles to get over her failed marriage, all while making a fool of herself in multiple awkward situations and mishaps.
As you can see, I didn’t appreciate the books from basically all aspects, including the writing style, characters, and plot.
I will start with the writing style. It is much to simple and very chick lit, but even worse because it’s as if the author tries to be descriptive but in all the wrong ways. It also gets repetitive as if it hasn’t been edited well. On one page alone, the author writes twice that Avery is sitting in a Thai restaurant on a June evening. I’m sorry, I read you the first time. and one part of a sentence quotes, “the popular restaurant is busy.” When I read this, I knew I would loathe the book. If a restaurant is popular it implies that it is busy. Redundancy in prose irks me. I will note once again that I am very picky when it comes to writing styles and cannot tolerate certain things… especially when I see an author write “OMG” or “WTF” in both short and long form… and if you’re going to use those phrases, at least make it consistent throughout the book.
I dislike Avery as a main character and supposed protagonist for the book. Who turns to Howto to solve all her problems? Well… I guess many people in this day and age turn to the internet but for EVERYTHING? Not to mention that she doesn’t even take the advice half the time and does her own thing. Avery also kind of whines about everything and her relationships throughout the book are just perplexing. Finally, I was once an amateur journalist, and the way she is at her job, like saying “I don’t write news stories” or having to have other people do her work for her since she sucks at doing her actual job, tells me that she doesn’t care about journalism. She says she had role models for journalism but the way she is with her career… it seems like she doesn’t really care about it.
Does Clementine count as a character? because her/his advice isn’t really helpful in my opinion. Avery and her best friend Jordan don’t seem THAT close, especially since Avery only talks to Jordan on the phone throughout the book and hangs out with her co-workers more than anyone really.
Finally, the plot is so all over the place. Is it about Avery’s failed marriage and her getting through the rejection? Is it about her crazy new boss and work woes? Is it about her rampant dating life or love of wine? Is it about her friendships with her colourful co-workers? I mean, the plot you would think is supposed to be about Avery asking the internet for help, which she kind of does, but it is not the main focal point of the book and is kind of just peppered throughout like it’s filler content. The main plot consists of what I listed above, not what the book kind of promises to be about based on the title.
One good thing I will say is that the chapters are short so I was able to whip through the book quickly. I am a reader that HAS to finish a book when I start it, even if I don’t like it.
May 21, 2015
I received an ARC of this for an unbiased review
Jennifer Ammoscato's debut novel is the story of thirty-six year old Avery Fowler (love the name Avery!) who has just discovered that her husband doesn't love her anymore and is leaving her for his secretary - a plot kick-off that never gets old, does it?
Avery is an internet obsessed journalist, with (as in all good chick lit novels) a couple of super-supportive best girlfriends and a gay guy friend who dispense drinks and advice. Sound familiar? Yes, this book is Extreme Chick Lit very much in the Bridget Jones mould, but Avery is a twenty-first century girl, who also has an internet life coach called Clementine and doesn't sit around waiting for Mr Darcy to appear on her doorstep with red roses. If you loved the Bridget Jones books, though, I think you will adore Avery!
Ms Ammoscato's style is very sharp and witty, with SO many great lines:
"Online dating! Of course! It's like shopping on Amazon.com, but for guys. In my pyjamas. What's not to love?"
I couldn't fault the writing, all the way through it. There's a definite formula to this genre, but it's one that works, if it's done well. Now, listen. As many know, I am absolutely not a chick lit fan (not enough flu pandemics, zombies and sixteenth century executions), in fact it rates on my list of go-to genres only just above YA fantasy, sweet romance and vampire trilogies, but I'd like to think that I can tell if something is good of its type, and I reckon this is.
Any negatives? I did think the book lost its way slightly in the middle, getting a bit too zany for me, though probably not for fans of this genre. However, it totally picks up in the last twenty-five per cent, with a satisfying ending that made me want to know what happens next; yes, I read the excerpt of part two at the back! It was good to see the story become more real, and Avery become less ditzy; a bit more like someone who *no spoilers here!* might fall in love with - and who might get the better of her boss-from-hell.
To sum up: a very respectable debut, highly recommended for chick lit lovers.
Jennifer Ammoscato's debut novel is the story of thirty-six year old Avery Fowler (love the name Avery!) who has just discovered that her husband doesn't love her anymore and is leaving her for his secretary - a plot kick-off that never gets old, does it?
Avery is an internet obsessed journalist, with (as in all good chick lit novels) a couple of super-supportive best girlfriends and a gay guy friend who dispense drinks and advice. Sound familiar? Yes, this book is Extreme Chick Lit very much in the Bridget Jones mould, but Avery is a twenty-first century girl, who also has an internet life coach called Clementine and doesn't sit around waiting for Mr Darcy to appear on her doorstep with red roses. If you loved the Bridget Jones books, though, I think you will adore Avery!
Ms Ammoscato's style is very sharp and witty, with SO many great lines:
"Online dating! Of course! It's like shopping on Amazon.com, but for guys. In my pyjamas. What's not to love?"
I couldn't fault the writing, all the way through it. There's a definite formula to this genre, but it's one that works, if it's done well. Now, listen. As many know, I am absolutely not a chick lit fan (not enough flu pandemics, zombies and sixteenth century executions), in fact it rates on my list of go-to genres only just above YA fantasy, sweet romance and vampire trilogies, but I'd like to think that I can tell if something is good of its type, and I reckon this is.
Any negatives? I did think the book lost its way slightly in the middle, getting a bit too zany for me, though probably not for fans of this genre. However, it totally picks up in the last twenty-five per cent, with a satisfying ending that made me want to know what happens next; yes, I read the excerpt of part two at the back! It was good to see the story become more real, and Avery become less ditzy; a bit more like someone who *no spoilers here!* might fall in love with - and who might get the better of her boss-from-hell.
To sum up: a very respectable debut, highly recommended for chick lit lovers.
June 18, 2015
4.5 stars. I. Loved. This. Book. It made me giggle so hard I literally leaked a little from my spastic bladder. The author's style was fresh and her dialogue so engaging, that I flew through the pages. I adored the snarky wit of Avery and her preoccupation with the internet. She was incredibly like able and realistic I cheered her accomplishments and cringed at her mistakes. The male characters were also very lifelike with flaws and none of them the all perfect in obtainable Mr. Right. I also found it hilarious that Avery ended up working at Burger King (past alumni here...actually where I met my husband) and relating to that certainly made me chuckle.
It's not easy to write a humorous AND poignant novel that keeps you laughing, engaged in the plot, and also on your toes at the same time. I thoroughly enjoyed Ms. Ammoscato's debut, approve of her use of the Oxford comma, and am looking forward to Book 2 in the series.
It's not easy to write a humorous AND poignant novel that keeps you laughing, engaged in the plot, and also on your toes at the same time. I thoroughly enjoyed Ms. Ammoscato's debut, approve of her use of the Oxford comma, and am looking forward to Book 2 in the series.
June 3, 2015
Originally reviewed for Bookaholic Confessions
Things aren’t going great for reporter Avery Fowler. Her husband has been having an affair and ups and leaves her for another woman, breaking the news at a Sushi restaurant, and then she meets her terrifying new boss, Victoria, who makes Hitler look like a softie.
Struggling in her personal and professional life, Avery is relieved to have at least one ally in the form of Clementine, her very own advisor/life coach/confidant. For a monthly subscription to HowTo.com, Clementine is on hand 24/7 to help Avery out with life’s tricky problems, such as ‘How do I get cabernet out of a white carpet?’, ‘How can I impress my boss?’, and ‘Is twelve cups of coffee a day too many?’
Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery follows the ups and downs of Avery’s slightly crazy home/work/love life. Then as things start to continue on a downward spiral, Avery decides that it’s time of unleash something special…Avery Fowler 2.0. The new and improved Avery goes jogging and isn’t afraid of a hard day’s work…But the question is, can this brand new Avery follow her heart?
I was drawn to Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery from the moment I spotted it. I loved the premise for the story; most of us would be lying if we said that we could now survive without the internet and the idea of having your own personal advisor who you can call upon any time, day or night, with those tricky questions (‘How long can I live on mac & cheese?’) is rather amazing. However, you’ve then got the issue of becoming over-reliant on the World Wide Web and it takes one crisis too many for Avery to see that the only advice she needs to follow doesn’t come from Clementine, but from herself.
Before we go any further I must confess my love for Avery Fowler. Jennifer Ammoscato has created one heck of a fabulous heroine in Avery that every reader will be able to relate to in some shape or form. She’s just your average (slightly disaster prone) woman, trying to navigate the choppy seas of work and romance. I can’t imagine anyone not loving Avery. Self deprecating, funny, loyal, witty and with a slight tendency to day dream, she is your ideal chick-lit heroine who I guarantee you’ll be rooting for. I badly wanted everything to turn out right for Avery, despite her being involved in crisis after crisis. I just wanted a nice man to take her in his arms and tell her he loved her. Not that I’m some soppy old romantic (*cough*), but this girl deserved it! Avery is definitely up there is my list of favourite fictional characters. In fact I’d place her somewhere near the top amongst Bridget Jones and Becky Bloomwood).
There’s a range of fantastic characters throughout the novel. I loved Andy, despite his infuriating tendencies (and occasional smugness) I had the feeling that there was more to him than met the eye and couldn’t wait to find out if my instincts were right. I also loved Avery’s friends and work colleagues Becca and Harrison. They formed a friendship group that I would love to be a part of…
You will have no trouble hating Victoria, I can assure you. Jennifer Ammoscato has created a wonderfully bitchy villain who will have you seething with her cruel jibes and behaviour. You will need to keep reading this novel to ensure she gets her comeuppance…
There wasn’t a single thing that I didn’t love about Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery. Jennifer’s style of writing is wonderful; she sneaks in some hilarious one liners and scenarios that will have you sniggering. The fact that some of the things that happen are realistic as well as extremely funny make it all the better. (Ok, they’re maybe not ALL one hundred per cent realistic but they are certainly one hundred percent funny.) I adored the way her sense of humour was translated onto the page and her writing had me flicking through the pages on my kindle, desperate to see what was going to happen to Avery and co.
If you’re feeling low or down about life then I urge you to pick up this book. It’s the best medicine you could find. A fabulous mix of romance and humour I guarantee that this novel will brighten anyone’s day. It’s also one of those stories that you can’t help but gobble up all at once if time allows. So set aside an ‘Avery Day’ and be prepared to laugh your stilettos off.
Things aren’t going great for reporter Avery Fowler. Her husband has been having an affair and ups and leaves her for another woman, breaking the news at a Sushi restaurant, and then she meets her terrifying new boss, Victoria, who makes Hitler look like a softie.
Struggling in her personal and professional life, Avery is relieved to have at least one ally in the form of Clementine, her very own advisor/life coach/confidant. For a monthly subscription to HowTo.com, Clementine is on hand 24/7 to help Avery out with life’s tricky problems, such as ‘How do I get cabernet out of a white carpet?’, ‘How can I impress my boss?’, and ‘Is twelve cups of coffee a day too many?’
Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery follows the ups and downs of Avery’s slightly crazy home/work/love life. Then as things start to continue on a downward spiral, Avery decides that it’s time of unleash something special…Avery Fowler 2.0. The new and improved Avery goes jogging and isn’t afraid of a hard day’s work…But the question is, can this brand new Avery follow her heart?
I was drawn to Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery from the moment I spotted it. I loved the premise for the story; most of us would be lying if we said that we could now survive without the internet and the idea of having your own personal advisor who you can call upon any time, day or night, with those tricky questions (‘How long can I live on mac & cheese?’) is rather amazing. However, you’ve then got the issue of becoming over-reliant on the World Wide Web and it takes one crisis too many for Avery to see that the only advice she needs to follow doesn’t come from Clementine, but from herself.
Before we go any further I must confess my love for Avery Fowler. Jennifer Ammoscato has created one heck of a fabulous heroine in Avery that every reader will be able to relate to in some shape or form. She’s just your average (slightly disaster prone) woman, trying to navigate the choppy seas of work and romance. I can’t imagine anyone not loving Avery. Self deprecating, funny, loyal, witty and with a slight tendency to day dream, she is your ideal chick-lit heroine who I guarantee you’ll be rooting for. I badly wanted everything to turn out right for Avery, despite her being involved in crisis after crisis. I just wanted a nice man to take her in his arms and tell her he loved her. Not that I’m some soppy old romantic (*cough*), but this girl deserved it! Avery is definitely up there is my list of favourite fictional characters. In fact I’d place her somewhere near the top amongst Bridget Jones and Becky Bloomwood).
There’s a range of fantastic characters throughout the novel. I loved Andy, despite his infuriating tendencies (and occasional smugness) I had the feeling that there was more to him than met the eye and couldn’t wait to find out if my instincts were right. I also loved Avery’s friends and work colleagues Becca and Harrison. They formed a friendship group that I would love to be a part of…
You will have no trouble hating Victoria, I can assure you. Jennifer Ammoscato has created a wonderfully bitchy villain who will have you seething with her cruel jibes and behaviour. You will need to keep reading this novel to ensure she gets her comeuppance…
There wasn’t a single thing that I didn’t love about Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery. Jennifer’s style of writing is wonderful; she sneaks in some hilarious one liners and scenarios that will have you sniggering. The fact that some of the things that happen are realistic as well as extremely funny make it all the better. (Ok, they’re maybe not ALL one hundred per cent realistic but they are certainly one hundred percent funny.) I adored the way her sense of humour was translated onto the page and her writing had me flicking through the pages on my kindle, desperate to see what was going to happen to Avery and co.
If you’re feeling low or down about life then I urge you to pick up this book. It’s the best medicine you could find. A fabulous mix of romance and humour I guarantee that this novel will brighten anyone’s day. It’s also one of those stories that you can’t help but gobble up all at once if time allows. So set aside an ‘Avery Day’ and be prepared to laugh your stilettos off.
September 3, 2017
A lighthearted quick read
This book was good. Nothing fancy, but enjoyable to read. Avery, the main character, was relatable and real. No complaints.
This book was good. Nothing fancy, but enjoyable to read. Avery, the main character, was relatable and real. No complaints.
November 10, 2015
Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery: Avery Fowler 2.0 Series, Book 1 is Jennifer Ammoscato’s breakout debut novel that will leave you in stitches and with the realization that you’re either going to have to work on those Kegels or stop by the Depends aisle of your local supermarket. Because putting down Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery is simply not an option.
Smart, funny, sassy, snarky and at times irreverent, Avery Fowler is the best friend we all want (or is that just me, dear reader?).
With her life turning into a cliché… cheating husband (they always go for the younger blonde, don’t they?)… the new boss-from-hell who, if she were a cartoon, would have a balloon over her head that reads “I drown kittens and knit their skins into placemats for my dinner parties.”… a career headed in the wrong direction… Avery does the only thing a girl can do. She gets a life coach. But where does one find a life coach that is a good match for one with Avery’s unique personality (read "quirks and foibles")? The Yellow Pages? Recommendation from a friend? Noooooo….!
Avery turns to the Internet because, well… because the Internet can fix anything, right? I mean, if it’s on the Internet…. right?
Enter Clementine, Avery’s ‘life advisor’ from HowTo.Com. Clementine soon becomes, unwittingly, Avery’s partner-in-crime as Avery takes (read "ignores") much of Clementine’s advice and sets out to ‘fix’ things in her life and when things go from bad to worse…
Well, I can’t say more… that would be a spoiler.
I can’t remember the last time I laughed so hard! I already have a reputation on the train as that crazy lady who laughs out loud for seemingly no reason and Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery had me laughing with each page turn.
Jen Lancaster and Sophie Kinsella… move over because there’s a new funny lady on the block. Her name is Jennifer Ammoscato and she is bringing it ‘live and unplugged’! Jennifer brings her characters to life with a verve and wit that you just don't see a lot of in today's rom/com - chick-lit. They are sharply drawn and all-too human, a reflection of people some of us know all too well. The dialogue is unforced and spot-on and flows seamlessly with the story. Jennifer gets high marks indeed for her skills as a storyteller.
Hmmm… I have a sudden craving for a chocolate chip muffin. Darn you, Avery! You're gonna make me fat!
Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery: Avery Fowler 2.0 Series, Book 1 is a ‘can’t-put-down’ must-read that I can’t recommend highly enough. You’ll want to be careful reading it on the bus or train though, lest you miss your stop (oh, surely I am not the only person that has ever happened to. Don’t judge me, blame Avery… err, I mean Jennifer. *wink*).
“I LOVE you, Avery Fowler!”
Veronica Marie Lewis-Shaw
9 November 2015
(Writing under a large mushroom somewhere in the Pacific Northwest)
Smart, funny, sassy, snarky and at times irreverent, Avery Fowler is the best friend we all want (or is that just me, dear reader?).
With her life turning into a cliché… cheating husband (they always go for the younger blonde, don’t they?)… the new boss-from-hell who, if she were a cartoon, would have a balloon over her head that reads “I drown kittens and knit their skins into placemats for my dinner parties.”… a career headed in the wrong direction… Avery does the only thing a girl can do. She gets a life coach. But where does one find a life coach that is a good match for one with Avery’s unique personality (read "quirks and foibles")? The Yellow Pages? Recommendation from a friend? Noooooo….!
Avery turns to the Internet because, well… because the Internet can fix anything, right? I mean, if it’s on the Internet…. right?
Enter Clementine, Avery’s ‘life advisor’ from HowTo.Com. Clementine soon becomes, unwittingly, Avery’s partner-in-crime as Avery takes (read "ignores") much of Clementine’s advice and sets out to ‘fix’ things in her life and when things go from bad to worse…
Well, I can’t say more… that would be a spoiler.
I can’t remember the last time I laughed so hard! I already have a reputation on the train as that crazy lady who laughs out loud for seemingly no reason and Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery had me laughing with each page turn.
Jen Lancaster and Sophie Kinsella… move over because there’s a new funny lady on the block. Her name is Jennifer Ammoscato and she is bringing it ‘live and unplugged’! Jennifer brings her characters to life with a verve and wit that you just don't see a lot of in today's rom/com - chick-lit. They are sharply drawn and all-too human, a reflection of people some of us know all too well. The dialogue is unforced and spot-on and flows seamlessly with the story. Jennifer gets high marks indeed for her skills as a storyteller.
Hmmm… I have a sudden craving for a chocolate chip muffin. Darn you, Avery! You're gonna make me fat!
Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery: Avery Fowler 2.0 Series, Book 1 is a ‘can’t-put-down’ must-read that I can’t recommend highly enough. You’ll want to be careful reading it on the bus or train though, lest you miss your stop (oh, surely I am not the only person that has ever happened to. Don’t judge me, blame Avery… err, I mean Jennifer. *wink*).
“I LOVE you, Avery Fowler!”
Veronica Marie Lewis-Shaw
9 November 2015
(Writing under a large mushroom somewhere in the Pacific Northwest)
May 31, 2017
I have to give this book a 5 star rating without a doubt! Jennifer Ammoscato’s writing is modern and very witty. I cannot wait to read parts two and three.
Avery, a rather modest journalist who is actually better than she gives herself credit for, has to face the wrath of the evil new boss, Victoria. Picture the wicked witch of the west, Cruella de Vil, your Mother in Law…….then you can visualise Victoria. Everything seems to be going wrong for Avery this year. After realising that her husband is having an affair, she is obviously devastated and turns repeatedly to Clementine (her virtual friend) from HowTo.com for advice in her topsy turvy life.
The relationship between Avery and Ryan Whiteford is brilliantly written. A nerdy, Clark Kent, Superman type of mix, Ryan and Avery surprisingly get to know each other and the blossoming relationship is a pure joy to read.
As the story unfolds, I found myself desperately wanting to find that ‘Me Time’ to pick up my kindle and continue with this fun filled book. There is a Bridget Jones feel to the style and I could relate to Avery from the very beginning of the book. I felt that she could be a friend or a sister, I felt her pain, and her excitement and her witty lines had me giggling aloud.
If you are unsure about reading the book, take my advice and go for it. You won’t regret it.
Thank you Jennifer Ammoscato for making me laugh, smile and for writing this wonderfully witty book.
Avery, a rather modest journalist who is actually better than she gives herself credit for, has to face the wrath of the evil new boss, Victoria. Picture the wicked witch of the west, Cruella de Vil, your Mother in Law…….then you can visualise Victoria. Everything seems to be going wrong for Avery this year. After realising that her husband is having an affair, she is obviously devastated and turns repeatedly to Clementine (her virtual friend) from HowTo.com for advice in her topsy turvy life.
The relationship between Avery and Ryan Whiteford is brilliantly written. A nerdy, Clark Kent, Superman type of mix, Ryan and Avery surprisingly get to know each other and the blossoming relationship is a pure joy to read.
As the story unfolds, I found myself desperately wanting to find that ‘Me Time’ to pick up my kindle and continue with this fun filled book. There is a Bridget Jones feel to the style and I could relate to Avery from the very beginning of the book. I felt that she could be a friend or a sister, I felt her pain, and her excitement and her witty lines had me giggling aloud.
If you are unsure about reading the book, take my advice and go for it. You won’t regret it.
Thank you Jennifer Ammoscato for making me laugh, smile and for writing this wonderfully witty book.
May 27, 2015
'Dear Internet: It's Me, Avery' was a highly entertaining read. I think the author did a very good job writing this book. There were tons of humor and romance. I love Avery. She's a lively character. There are times when I did get a bit frustrated with her, but she's a fun person. I enjoyed reading this book through her view. She made me laugh with her obsession with HowTo.com. I love the other supporting characters (Avery's friends and parents) as well. They made the story a lot more interesting. I especially love Avery's parents. They're lovely people who cared a lot about their daughter. I just wish that there was more about Jordan, though. I would definitely recommend this book to those who were looking for a light, humorous read.
I received a copy of Dear Internet: It's Me, Avery by Jennifer Ammoscato from the author/CLP Blog Tours as part of the book tour.
I received a copy of Dear Internet: It's Me, Avery by Jennifer Ammoscato from the author/CLP Blog Tours as part of the book tour.
June 10, 2015
CANADIAN FLUFF!!! I just finished the first installment of Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery by Jennifer Ammosacto and fell in love with the quirky misfit main character, Avery. I chuckled through Avery’s adventures in Ottawa and could easily picture the same things going wrong in my own life. Yes, a little unbelievable and sometimes a little predictable, but it was light, fluffy and funny – what more could you want in a book?
What I loved: Avery’s 2 work besties Harrison and Becca. I can’t wait to see what adventures they get into in the next book and hope they have an even larger role in Avery’s mishaps.
What I didn’t love: Clem got annoying about three quarters through the book. I hope she has a reduced role in the next story.
What I learned: It can get worse..
Overall Grade: B+
What I loved: Avery’s 2 work besties Harrison and Becca. I can’t wait to see what adventures they get into in the next book and hope they have an even larger role in Avery’s mishaps.
What I didn’t love: Clem got annoying about three quarters through the book. I hope she has a reduced role in the next story.
What I learned: It can get worse..
Overall Grade: B+
April 16, 2017
Move over Bridget Jones. We finally have a modern, tech-obsessed replacement for you. The wait has been too long but totally worth it. This book is a gem and I recommend it to anyone who enjoys chick-lit. Light-hearted, funny and well-written. Avery is definitely one of my new favorite characters
June 2, 2017
I'm glad it was my first choice to read from my new goal of reading my downloaded books on Kindle. I enjoyed the witty story that came when I needed a smile. NICE...
June 9, 2017
Dear Internet review
Dear Internet: It's Me, Avery is the first amusing book in the Avery Fowler 2.0 series written by author Jennifer Ammoscato .
Dear Internet: It's Me, Avery is the first amusing book in the Avery Fowler 2.0 series written by author Jennifer Ammoscato .
July 4, 2017
very good. This book was hilarious. I could not put it down. laughed and cried all the way through. Look forward to reading more.
June 21, 2017
This is a slight suspense comedy love story. I can't believe the turn of events towards the end. I have to see what happens in the next book. Avery is off the wall funny and accident prone. She finally shows signs of maturity towards the end. I also like the alcoholic beverage recipes at the back of the book.
May 14, 2017
Avery is my new bff
Averys conversations with Clementine kept me laughing. This book made me laugh and kept me interested. I definitely recommend this light summery read.
Averys conversations with Clementine kept me laughing. This book made me laugh and kept me interested. I definitely recommend this light summery read.
May 29, 2015
Come on, we all do it. One minute you find a weird rash thing on your arm, the next minute you’ve self diagnosed yourself with a brain tumor – why is it always a brain tumor?? – thanks to WebMD.
When 36 year old Avery Fowler is unceremoniously dumped in public by her husband, she turns to Clementine. No not a friend, but the virtual assistant on HowTo.com to help her navigate and cope with this next stage of life.
“When I joined HowTo.com, it assigned me “Clementine” as my advisor, based on my choice of “British female” in the Preferences panel. That way, I can pretend that a Maggie Smith or Judi Dench type supplies the wisdom, tinged with a sassy touch of malt vinegar. (In reality, it’s most likely a bored, seventeen-year-old boy labouring in a New Delhi call centre.)”
Surprisingly knowledgeable and witty, Clem provides all the answers in life, prompting Avery to call on her at every opportune moment (WWCD? What Would Clementine do) or after just barely dodging imminent disaster.
Avery manages to get herself into many interesting situations, some as part of her day job as a journalist on a heritage yet floundering newspaper, and some after hours thanks in part to her friends Harrison and Becca. Along the way, Avery also finds herself- as cliche as that sounds! Not the woman who married her (awful) husband, but who Avery Fowler really is, how she wants to be treated, and what she wants to do for the rest of her life, professionally and romantically.
This book is a really fun, fast read, with heaps of actual laugh out loud moments – get ready for strange looks if you’re sitting on public transport! I loved Avery, and felt she sounded a lot like a modern day Bridget Jones. The dialogue is believable and the characters are all relateable. The writing is fast paced and witty throughout – cudos to the author. I thought starting each chapter off with Avery’s HowTo.com search was a great way to set the tone and was a nice touch. The debut also provides a sneak peak into the second book in the series, which judging from the included extract will be just as funny as the first!
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this book to anyone who loves a good chic lit read, or even a comedy – the author really is very funny.
This review first appeared on http://www.atnumber11.com/2015/05/boo...
When 36 year old Avery Fowler is unceremoniously dumped in public by her husband, she turns to Clementine. No not a friend, but the virtual assistant on HowTo.com to help her navigate and cope with this next stage of life.
“When I joined HowTo.com, it assigned me “Clementine” as my advisor, based on my choice of “British female” in the Preferences panel. That way, I can pretend that a Maggie Smith or Judi Dench type supplies the wisdom, tinged with a sassy touch of malt vinegar. (In reality, it’s most likely a bored, seventeen-year-old boy labouring in a New Delhi call centre.)”
Surprisingly knowledgeable and witty, Clem provides all the answers in life, prompting Avery to call on her at every opportune moment (WWCD? What Would Clementine do) or after just barely dodging imminent disaster.
Avery manages to get herself into many interesting situations, some as part of her day job as a journalist on a heritage yet floundering newspaper, and some after hours thanks in part to her friends Harrison and Becca. Along the way, Avery also finds herself- as cliche as that sounds! Not the woman who married her (awful) husband, but who Avery Fowler really is, how she wants to be treated, and what she wants to do for the rest of her life, professionally and romantically.
This book is a really fun, fast read, with heaps of actual laugh out loud moments – get ready for strange looks if you’re sitting on public transport! I loved Avery, and felt she sounded a lot like a modern day Bridget Jones. The dialogue is believable and the characters are all relateable. The writing is fast paced and witty throughout – cudos to the author. I thought starting each chapter off with Avery’s HowTo.com search was a great way to set the tone and was a nice touch. The debut also provides a sneak peak into the second book in the series, which judging from the included extract will be just as funny as the first!
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this book to anyone who loves a good chic lit read, or even a comedy – the author really is very funny.
This review first appeared on http://www.atnumber11.com/2015/05/boo...
October 2, 2024
I'm not the biggest reader of this genre but I do like to dip my toe in every so often, especially when I have read a succession of heavier books and, having read the blurb, this book seemed ideal for my purpose.
And, oh my goodness, I had such a blast whilst reading it! It really did tick every box for what I required.
Avery, head in her phone, suddenly (and inappropriately) during a meal out, twigs that her husband is having an affair. Well, she doesn't so much twig as ask Clementine, her "British speaking online life guru" from "HowTo.com". What follows next is a series of wonderfully funny, sad, inappropriate, cringe-worthy, delightful snippets into the internet-led life of newly single Avery. There are some very funny moments, sometimes verging towards slap-stick but all mostly credible and fitting nicely with Avery's path of rediscovery! I especially loved the foray into internet dating and, of course, the cooking incident had me in stitches.
The more gritty side of the book finds Avery fighting for her job in the light of a new boss who seems hell-bent on turning the world of publishing upside down and we see a different side of Avery. A bit more confident and a bit more gutsy. Could this be the startings of the new-new-Avery?
Taken as a whole, you do start to wonder a bit about the realism and credibility of all the things happening to and around Avery but let's face it, it's fiction, it's "chick-lit" and that's what happens in these kinds of books.
If you want a proper substantial read then this book is probably not the best fit, but if you want to kill a few hours with a nice, easy read and have a laugh and a bit of fun whilst doing it then maybe give this a go.
The end of the copy I read had the first few chapters of book 2 in it. Although I never read these "tasters" (can't see the point of starting something I can't finish) I am a little bit excited that there is a book 2 and I will be looking out for it.
I received a free ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
And, oh my goodness, I had such a blast whilst reading it! It really did tick every box for what I required.
Avery, head in her phone, suddenly (and inappropriately) during a meal out, twigs that her husband is having an affair. Well, she doesn't so much twig as ask Clementine, her "British speaking online life guru" from "HowTo.com". What follows next is a series of wonderfully funny, sad, inappropriate, cringe-worthy, delightful snippets into the internet-led life of newly single Avery. There are some very funny moments, sometimes verging towards slap-stick but all mostly credible and fitting nicely with Avery's path of rediscovery! I especially loved the foray into internet dating and, of course, the cooking incident had me in stitches.
The more gritty side of the book finds Avery fighting for her job in the light of a new boss who seems hell-bent on turning the world of publishing upside down and we see a different side of Avery. A bit more confident and a bit more gutsy. Could this be the startings of the new-new-Avery?
Taken as a whole, you do start to wonder a bit about the realism and credibility of all the things happening to and around Avery but let's face it, it's fiction, it's "chick-lit" and that's what happens in these kinds of books.
If you want a proper substantial read then this book is probably not the best fit, but if you want to kill a few hours with a nice, easy read and have a laugh and a bit of fun whilst doing it then maybe give this a go.
The end of the copy I read had the first few chapters of book 2 in it. Although I never read these "tasters" (can't see the point of starting something I can't finish) I am a little bit excited that there is a book 2 and I will be looking out for it.
I received a free ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
May 29, 2015
In her debut novel, Dear Internet, It's Me Avery, author Jennifer Ammoscato weaves a thoroughly entertaining chick lit / romantic comedy tale that follows the trials of tribulations of Avery Fowler.
Avery is your average woman who is trying to live her life the best way she can ... she's attached to her phone (oh come on ... admit it, you are too!), but when she finds out that husband Michael cheats on her with a younger woman, Avery takes to the internet website HowTo.com and her personal online advisor Clementine, for answers to every issue that she encounters in her life from her love life, to her boss from hell, to cooking! So come follow Avery's journey as she muddles through her daily life adventures with the help of her crazy internet advice addiction!
Oh my goodness, Dear Internet, It's Me Avery is a crazy good, laugh-out-loud chick lit tale that will keep the reader in stitches. Author Jennifer Ammoscato uses her wicked sense of humor to weave a witty tale that has a great mixture of humor, drama, and romance that is pure chick lit at its finest.
The reader is easy drawn into Avery's story, you can't help but relate and commiserate with her as she faces the challenges in her life. And talking about realistic storytelling, come on people, we all are guilty of being attached to our cell phones ... and who hasn't googled "how to" everything ... you know you have, so just admit it!
Dear Internet, It's Me Avery is such a fun story that easily kept me engaged and turning the pages, shaking my head in amazement, and snickering so much that my husband thought I was going crazy! I can't wait to read the next installment in The Avery Fowler 2.0 Trilogy! This is the perfect summertime beach read for chick lit fans.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of the book from the author / publisher via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review and participation in a virtual book tour event hosted by Chick Lit Plus Blog Tours.
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Avery is your average woman who is trying to live her life the best way she can ... she's attached to her phone (oh come on ... admit it, you are too!), but when she finds out that husband Michael cheats on her with a younger woman, Avery takes to the internet website HowTo.com and her personal online advisor Clementine, for answers to every issue that she encounters in her life from her love life, to her boss from hell, to cooking! So come follow Avery's journey as she muddles through her daily life adventures with the help of her crazy internet advice addiction!
Oh my goodness, Dear Internet, It's Me Avery is a crazy good, laugh-out-loud chick lit tale that will keep the reader in stitches. Author Jennifer Ammoscato uses her wicked sense of humor to weave a witty tale that has a great mixture of humor, drama, and romance that is pure chick lit at its finest.
The reader is easy drawn into Avery's story, you can't help but relate and commiserate with her as she faces the challenges in her life. And talking about realistic storytelling, come on people, we all are guilty of being attached to our cell phones ... and who hasn't googled "how to" everything ... you know you have, so just admit it!
Dear Internet, It's Me Avery is such a fun story that easily kept me engaged and turning the pages, shaking my head in amazement, and snickering so much that my husband thought I was going crazy! I can't wait to read the next installment in The Avery Fowler 2.0 Trilogy! This is the perfect summertime beach read for chick lit fans.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of the book from the author / publisher via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review and participation in a virtual book tour event hosted by Chick Lit Plus Blog Tours.
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August 13, 2015
In Dear Internet Jennifer Ammoscato introduces a phenomenal character in Avery Fowler. Avery goes through major life-changing events such as a cheating husband and comes out the other side a changed person. While the humor ranges from smile to outright laughter inducing, the story also gives a very contemporary spin on dealing with the ups and downs of life. Namely our reliance on the internet in both its positive and negative aspects.
I think one of the first things many new writers think about is writing something where what is happening is juxtaposed with what is going on in a character's head. Unfortunately, most of us fail miserably at pulling this off very well, especially in our first (couple of dozen?) attempts. Ammoscato manages to pull this off very well. In addition, most of the asides and inner thoughts are similar to what most of us can relate to if we were in the same situation. Avery is someone we can relate to very easily and the humor, while maybe about a mistake or accident she experiences, never induces laughter at her but rather with her. She knows that laughter is the best defense and lets us in on it.
I would recommend this book to anyone who has ever experienced a bad day, well, maybe week, okay, year. You will likely see yourself in a couple of the scenes and will be cheering her on as the story progresses. It is humorous throughout and downright funny at many points. Yet the life experiences are familiar to all of us, well, maybe not the first big story she gets, but in general.
Reviewed from a copy made available by the publisher via NetGalley.
I think one of the first things many new writers think about is writing something where what is happening is juxtaposed with what is going on in a character's head. Unfortunately, most of us fail miserably at pulling this off very well, especially in our first (couple of dozen?) attempts. Ammoscato manages to pull this off very well. In addition, most of the asides and inner thoughts are similar to what most of us can relate to if we were in the same situation. Avery is someone we can relate to very easily and the humor, while maybe about a mistake or accident she experiences, never induces laughter at her but rather with her. She knows that laughter is the best defense and lets us in on it.
I would recommend this book to anyone who has ever experienced a bad day, well, maybe week, okay, year. You will likely see yourself in a couple of the scenes and will be cheering her on as the story progresses. It is humorous throughout and downright funny at many points. Yet the life experiences are familiar to all of us, well, maybe not the first big story she gets, but in general.
Reviewed from a copy made available by the publisher via NetGalley.
February 15, 2016
Reviewed for Chick Lit Central (www.chicklitcentral.com)
Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery is pure genius, from start to finish! I felt like I had a front-row seat into Avery Fowler, a topsy-turvy natural-born comedienne who can still find humor in even the most depressing of situations, including the impending splitsville from her two-timing husband. Where was this book when I was going through my own divorce? It’s fun to read about her experiences jumping back into the saddle (ahem) with potential love interests, or dealing with obnoxiously stuffy, perfect co-workers (who she discovers has a lot more to offer her than she’d ever bargained on). Of course, there’s also the terrible, no good, very bad new boss, who intends to make Avery’s life a living hell.
The greatest character trait (flaw) about Avery, is that she’s a lot like the rest of us. We can relate to her because she is the quintessential woman of 2015. She believes by consulting the internet, or more accurately, HowTo.com, she can solve all of her problems and find answers to anything and everything. Her cell phone has become her best friend, navigating her through the random how to’s and what’s that for’s of life. Problem is, Clementine can only do so much. She’s on her own!
Avery is filled to the brim with the perfect blend of humor and self-deprecation. She’s just a normal person who has been scorned, and painfully so. There’s no amount of secrecy or hidden behavior here, it’s an honest look at the lengths someone will go to, to get over the hurdles thrown in front of us, one swipe of the screen at a time!
Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery is pure genius, from start to finish! I felt like I had a front-row seat into Avery Fowler, a topsy-turvy natural-born comedienne who can still find humor in even the most depressing of situations, including the impending splitsville from her two-timing husband. Where was this book when I was going through my own divorce? It’s fun to read about her experiences jumping back into the saddle (ahem) with potential love interests, or dealing with obnoxiously stuffy, perfect co-workers (who she discovers has a lot more to offer her than she’d ever bargained on). Of course, there’s also the terrible, no good, very bad new boss, who intends to make Avery’s life a living hell.
The greatest character trait (flaw) about Avery, is that she’s a lot like the rest of us. We can relate to her because she is the quintessential woman of 2015. She believes by consulting the internet, or more accurately, HowTo.com, she can solve all of her problems and find answers to anything and everything. Her cell phone has become her best friend, navigating her through the random how to’s and what’s that for’s of life. Problem is, Clementine can only do so much. She’s on her own!
Avery is filled to the brim with the perfect blend of humor and self-deprecation. She’s just a normal person who has been scorned, and painfully so. There’s no amount of secrecy or hidden behavior here, it’s an honest look at the lengths someone will go to, to get over the hurdles thrown in front of us, one swipe of the screen at a time!
October 3, 2024
Had the makings of a great chick-lit book...in the blurb. But on paper/screen, it proved a different story (sorry for the pun - it was a pun; not to be taken literally!)
I wanted to enjoy this tale but Avery was a little too over the top for me. I would've entertained this kind of ditziness and over-the-topness (okay, I'm gonna go with the possibility that this even is a word) in a very young/early-twenty something character, but Avery was a grown woman and her behavior fell flat for me. It really was my impression that the author wanted to push for more and (again!) more over the top...and this gritted on my nerves because I wanted to see Avery behave like a normal, regular woman with an Internet addiction (which one of us women doesn't have one of these nowadays???) but she was just (you guessed it!) too over the top for me.
Sad, coz I really wanted to enjoy this book as chick lit is rather rare to come by lately and this had all the makings of a good one, but the delivery kinda killed it for me.
I wanted to enjoy this tale but Avery was a little too over the top for me. I would've entertained this kind of ditziness and over-the-topness (okay, I'm gonna go with the possibility that this even is a word) in a very young/early-twenty something character, but Avery was a grown woman and her behavior fell flat for me. It really was my impression that the author wanted to push for more and (again!) more over the top...and this gritted on my nerves because I wanted to see Avery behave like a normal, regular woman with an Internet addiction (which one of us women doesn't have one of these nowadays???) but she was just (you guessed it!) too over the top for me.
Sad, coz I really wanted to enjoy this book as chick lit is rather rare to come by lately and this had all the makings of a good one, but the delivery kinda killed it for me.
September 2, 2015
With a title like that, I had no choice but to up the ante with the technology, and read the book via my favourite text-to-speech app on my smart phone. Once I convinced Nicole Ivona (my favourite Australian accented woman who lives inside my phone and reads me stories) that Avery's nickname wasn't "Arvay" (Ave) or Avenue (Ave. at the end of a sentence) and told her to say "Ayv", then all was well. (Dear Howto.com How do you stop Nicole saying stupid things?)
This was such a fun read. I had a stupid grin plastered on my face the whole way through, and often had my kids asking me what I was laughing at. I found Avery lovable and I'm looking forward to catching up with her again in the next book. I enjoyed her little asides, when she spoke directly to the reader. This novel had a "Murphy's Law" vibe - what ever can go wrong, will go wrong, but, of course, it all get fixed up by the end. There was a sweet romantic plot, but it wasn't the sole focus.
I hunted this book down on NetGalley on a recommendation from a friend, and received it free in exchange for an honest review.
This was such a fun read. I had a stupid grin plastered on my face the whole way through, and often had my kids asking me what I was laughing at. I found Avery lovable and I'm looking forward to catching up with her again in the next book. I enjoyed her little asides, when she spoke directly to the reader. This novel had a "Murphy's Law" vibe - what ever can go wrong, will go wrong, but, of course, it all get fixed up by the end. There was a sweet romantic plot, but it wasn't the sole focus.
I hunted this book down on NetGalley on a recommendation from a friend, and received it free in exchange for an honest review.
July 16, 2015
I received a digital ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Really cute, fun book! I loved the main character, Avery, and her friends/co-workers. It's crazy funny at times, which results in laughing out loud. The characters and storyline are realistic and easy to relate to. I really enjoyed the book and recommend it. Really, the only issues I had with it are things I expect to be worked out before final publication. If by chance they aren't, I did find it hard to follow a few times when transitioning from different scenes within the same chapter, as it was missing the spacing or decorative dividers books generally have for that. Again, I assume that will be taken care of. Also, the drawings for the cover and chapters could improve. I'm not sure, of course, what the final copy will be like. That doesn't take away from the reading of the book itself, of course.
Really cute, fun book! I loved the main character, Avery, and her friends/co-workers. It's crazy funny at times, which results in laughing out loud. The characters and storyline are realistic and easy to relate to. I really enjoyed the book and recommend it. Really, the only issues I had with it are things I expect to be worked out before final publication. If by chance they aren't, I did find it hard to follow a few times when transitioning from different scenes within the same chapter, as it was missing the spacing or decorative dividers books generally have for that. Again, I assume that will be taken care of. Also, the drawings for the cover and chapters could improve. I'm not sure, of course, what the final copy will be like. That doesn't take away from the reading of the book itself, of course.
May 29, 2015
I received a review copy
Oh man, this is a true laugh out loud chick lit tale. I absolutely love how this is written, like Avery is talking right to us, and the beginning of each chapter starts with such a hoot. We have a classic heroine – single after her husband finds someone younger, in peril with her job, an abysmal cook (I can relate to that, so that particular scene really stuck with me) and trying to move on and find a new Mr. Right. I laughed so hard snorted, I giggled so much I got tears, and this is a must for your summer reading list.
4.5 stars
Oh man, this is a true laugh out loud chick lit tale. I absolutely love how this is written, like Avery is talking right to us, and the beginning of each chapter starts with such a hoot. We have a classic heroine – single after her husband finds someone younger, in peril with her job, an abysmal cook (I can relate to that, so that particular scene really stuck with me) and trying to move on and find a new Mr. Right. I laughed so hard snorted, I giggled so much I got tears, and this is a must for your summer reading list.
4.5 stars
October 10, 2015
I thoroughly enjoyed Dear Internet: It’s Me, Avery. It is FUNNY! You could read it for the one-liners alone.
I have to confess that I don’t normally like chicklit. Yes, I read Bridget Jones – I’m that generation – but Avery is better. The book is a bit more Sex and the City, except that Avery is honourable and clever.
I have never gulped down a “Read the first chapter of the next book” but I did at the end of this. I want more, people!
Ammoscato brings a smart, classy, sassy perspective to what used to be called chicklit and now I am renaming chiclit.
I have to confess that I don’t normally like chicklit. Yes, I read Bridget Jones – I’m that generation – but Avery is better. The book is a bit more Sex and the City, except that Avery is honourable and clever.
I have never gulped down a “Read the first chapter of the next book” but I did at the end of this. I want more, people!
Ammoscato brings a smart, classy, sassy perspective to what used to be called chicklit and now I am renaming chiclit.
July 25, 2017
Here's to happy endings
I chose this book because I really wanted to laugh. There were times that I smiled or chuckled. I actually read an excerpt out loud to my husband. I looked her snarky attitude towards Ryan. I knew Raj had to go with his insecurities. The main reason I gave it 3 stars is Avery was a wiener, she went to Clementine for everything at nauseam. Instead of being portrayed as a long term wife that was lost she seemed more on the pathetic side. I am sure as Avery grows in here relationship with her confident man, she will become a more sensible woman.
I chose this book because I really wanted to laugh. There were times that I smiled or chuckled. I actually read an excerpt out loud to my husband. I looked her snarky attitude towards Ryan. I knew Raj had to go with his insecurities. The main reason I gave it 3 stars is Avery was a wiener, she went to Clementine for everything at nauseam. Instead of being portrayed as a long term wife that was lost she seemed more on the pathetic side. I am sure as Avery grows in here relationship with her confident man, she will become a more sensible woman.
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