Diary of an Adorable Fat Girl

by Bernice Bloom

Mary Brown is funny, gorgeous and bonkers. She's also about six stone overweight. When she realises she can't cross her legs, has trouble bending over to tie her shoelaces without wheezing like an elderly chain-smoker, and discovers that even her hands and feet look fat, it's time to take action. But what action? She's tried every diet under the sun.
This is the hysterical story of what happens when Mary joins 'Fat Club' where she meets a cast of funny characters and one particular man who catches her eye.
The story is laugh-out-loud funny and will resonate with anyone who has dieted, tried to keep up with any sort of exercise programme or spent 10 minutes in a changing room trying to extricate herself from a way too-small garment that she ambitiously tried on and is now completely stuck in.

Bernice Bloom is the big, new name in comedy writing...this is the first full-length novel after her series of laugh-out-loud mini books.

Genres: Fiction

231 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 16, 2017

About the author

Bernice Bloom writes comedy, romance and mystery novels. She has written dozens of novels including the best-selling Adorable Fat Girl series. She has sold over 100,000 books and is an Amazon best-selling author

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THE ORDER OF THE ADORABLE FAT GIRL BOOKS:

BOOK ONE: Diary of an Adorable Fat Girl
BOOK TWO: Adventures of an Adorable Fat Girl
BOOK THREE: Crazy Life of an Adorable Fat Girl
BOOK FOUR: Christmas with Adorable Fat Girl
BOOK FIVE: Adorable Fat Girl on Safari
BOOK SIX: Cruise with an Adorable Fat Girl
BOOK SEVEN: Adorable Fat Girl Takes up Yoga
BOOK EIGHT Adorable Fat Girl goes to weight loss camp
BOOK NINE: Adorable Fat Girl goes online dating
BOOK TEN: Adorable Fat Girl and the six-week transformation
BOOK ELEVEN: Adorable Fat Girl in lockdown
BOOK TWELVE: Adorable Fat Girl and the reunion
BOOK THIRTEEN: It's Christmas Again (out in December)


You can also buy the books in box-sets, there's a series of Mary Brown Mystery books, non-fiction books and lots more to come

MARY BROWN MYSTERIES
BOOK ONE: Marvellous Mary Brown and the Mysterious Invitation
BOOK TWO: Marvellous Mary Brown & the Manhunt (out in December)

THE BOX SETS
BOX SET ONE: First three books combined
BOX SET TWO First three holiday books combined
BOX SET THREE: The first two weight loss books
BOX SET FOUR: Romance books combined (6-week and reunion)
BOX SET FIVE: Mystery books combined (available in December)
BOX SET SIX: Christmas books combined (available in December)

NON-FICTION BOOKS:
Adorable Fat Girl shares her Weight Loss Tips
Handbook for Adorable Fat Girls

PLUS

Look out for the stand alone books:

I'm dating a Hollywood Star! is out in November 2020

Mother & Son is out in 2021

Then there's the SUNSHINE COTTAGE series about the wonderful Lopez family based in Cove Bay.

The first book is out now, and the whole series will be available in 2021

Thank you for your incredible support xx

I HAVE THE BEST, MOST LOVELY, LOYAL, SUPPORTIVE READERS IN THE WORLD.
Here are some of my reviews:

"I adored the various storylines, loved the quirky and captivating characters, and was beguiled by Ms. Bloom's colorful and highly amusing writing style. I am hopelessly addicted. More Fat Girl, please!"

"The book was just a delight to read. Every time I picked the book up I could guarantee that it was going to make me smile. The full-length novel was funny, this one was hilarious, and heart-breaking at the same time. I was completely and utterly hooked to the pages and didn't want the book to end."

"The last thing on earth I need is another addiction, but I fear I have acquired a new one for the cunningly amusing author Bernice Bloom and her wily Adorable Fat Girl series. Mary Brown is an adorable yet outrageous Queen-Sized trouble-magnet and party animal who manages to embroil herself in the oddest of quandaries."

"I can't recommend this book enough.
This series is fast becoming my favourite and I can't wait to see what's in-store next for Mary. I urge you to pick up these books, you won't be disappointed!"

"Cruise with an Adorable Fat Girl is just THE most heartwarming, funny and emotional read. It's great to have a more real life heroin

Reviews

[DJ Sakata · Rating 4 out of 5]

Favorite Quotes:

Sorry, it might sound like a horrible thing to say, but when I was sweet and pretty and slim, men opened doors. Now they take one look at me bulldozing my way down the street and think ‘well that one can clearly open the door herself - blimey she might take the whole thing off its hinges’… The day you can’t squeeze into your size 16 jeans is the day you learn to open doors for yourself.

I wanted the fish and chips like I’ve never wanted anything in my life before, but I reined myself in. I could easily nick some of Ted’s chips instead, everyone knows that the calories don’t count if they are contained in food nicked from someone else’s plate.

“This is the stupidest thing ever to happen to me in my whole, entire life.” I just shrugged. It wasn't the stupidest thing to have happened to me that week, so I wasn't in a position to comment.

Most beauticians think they’re scientists… And I was absolutely sure that every time they covered my face in something like mashed up beetle's’ legs, sea moss and elephant’s semen that I’d emerge looking like Cameron Diaz. That was the thing about going to the beauticians - it was all about the hope.

Honestly, bringing out weighing scales at a Fat Club was like bringing out a hand grenade or a venomous snake. I noticed that Janice had physically recoiled from the sight of it.

My Review:

Originally written as three separate novella type installments for a six-part series, I giggle-snorted my way through this delightfully amusing yet insightfully written tale of a dramatic, Queen-Sized, Calamity Jane type named Mary. Mary was a trouble-magnet of the most unusual variety, yet she meant well, most of the time. Mary had acquired a weight problem following a vaguely referenced traumatic event in her teens, and while she had attempted and failed many diets, she was frustrated with herself and driven to join her first group-oriented approach, a group she called “Fat Club.” She made new friends with a few of the members and a special friend indeed with Ted, a sweet man whose kind heart was as large as his appetite.

I enjoyed the premise, adored the quirky characters, and was highly entertained and charmed by Ms. Bloom’s observantly insightful, colorfully descriptive, and humorous writing style. Much to my merriment, Mary repeatedly found herself in the most unusual and comical of predicaments. The ending of this book felt rather abrupt until I realized the story had not concluded but had reached a satisfactory for-now stopping point in the middle of the series, as three more installments remained.

And between giggles, I fell upon a new addition for my Brit vocabulary list with “cack-handed” – which according to Urban Dictionary means “an awkward or inept way of doing something; originally meaning left-handed, stemming from cultures that use their right hand to eat and their left hand to wipe their behind.” I am eagerly looking forward to more cack-handed adventures as I already have Cruise with an Adorable Fat Girl waiting for me on my Kindle. And, my apologies to any southpaws who may accidentally stumble upon this silly little review.

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my days! What an absolutely fabulous book this is!

Having struggled with my weight since I was in my mid teens I could so easily relate to Mary and the other members that go to ‘Fat Club’. What I loved about the group is that it isn’t just about the losing weight, it’s more about the mental aspect and defining the moment that made each individual start eating more. Some of the individual stories were heart breaking but over all this really is such a feel good and fun read.

Mary makes some great friends including a love interest, Ted. Ted truly is a great character and I have no doubt that readers will find themselves falling ever so slightly in love with him also.

Through Mary we get to see the day to day issues she has with her weight. Some parts really riled me up as some people thing nothing of calling someone fat. Some parts there was a lot of humour to it though like when she tries a dress on in a shop. Mary tries to make light of her weight but it’s something that we get to see that deep down it really affects her.

Diary of an Adorable Fat Girl is such a fun and entertaining read. It is so heart warming and endearing as well as being proper laugh out loud in parts. Can not wait to read more by the author!

My thanks to Rachel’s Random Resources for a copy of this book. All opinions are my own and not biased in anyway.

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

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Diary of an Adorable Fat Girl is for every woman who has ever been on a diet, tried to be on a diet, has thought about I going on a diet…. Yes, this novel is for every woman out there! She is where Bridget Jones missed the mark: At 130-140 pounds Bridget is NOT actually fat! That’s the one thing I did not like about those novels. Mary actually is very obese. She is also ‘every woman’ out there, relatable and realistic with her imperfections and insecurities that we all have. You can’t help but like Mary!

This novel will make you laugh out loud, and then it has its serious moments. It begins with Mary’s journey to ’fat club’ and takes off from there. She meets several people who become friends and of course the possible love interest. There are hilarious events that happen throughout this novel. You wonder what ‘trouble’ Mary will get into next.

Things take a serious tone towards the end as we find out the events that trigger Mary and what her reasons are for overeating. Mary went through something that no woman should go through.

Diary of an Adorable Fat Girl is one I really enjoyed and look forward to more from Bernice Bloom.

Diary of an Adorable Fat Girl is highly recommended.

I received a copy for review for the blog tour.

[Rachel Gilbey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Believe it or not Mary Brown really is an adorable fat girl. and this book is utterly hilarious. Its not just a barrel of laughs though, it does touch on some real issues, and I think if you are overweight enough to be considering going to a fat club then some of the help that Mary is given may actually help you too.

I did spend a some of the book thinking, wow I'm overweight but thankfully I'm not quite as large as Mary. Not the nicest or most charitable thing to think. But a the same time I could identify with a large number of her feelings and situations she found herself in.

Originally this was split into three mini stories, but having read it as one whole book I think it works better like this, as I now have a great grounding on the character of Mary. The first book focuses on Mary's first course at "fat club" and its where she meets some fabulous new people who will be come her friends.

The second book is hilarious, and I loved the trip to Amsterdam where a large amount of cake was eaten, with amusing consequences, and a drunken night out leads to a rather expensive problem. Then the third book is more to do with Mary, her fledgling relationship and we finally hear the triggers for her over eating.

When put together it creates one memorable book with so many relatable to and realistic characters. Mary Brown is just wonderful, and I challenge you to read this and not be amused by the book. I am so looking forward to reading more of the Adorable Fat Girl series, and anything else that Bernice Bloom writes.

Anyone that is able to write about a larger woman and make her into a superstar, real, with faults, a lovely sense of humour, and generally all around lovely person. I have loved every moment that I was reading this book and I'm also really rooting for Mary that she will triumph in the battle against overeating.

Thank you to Bernice Bloom for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.

[Jackie Stitt · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is really funny, love Bernice and her witty sense of humour. I found it to be a real page turner.

[Katie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Diary of an adorable fat girl
By Bernice Bloom
5 stars

Reviewed on behalf of 3 Degrees of Fiction Book Blog

I really enjoyed this book and I honestly didn’t think that I was going to. I’m always a little unsure about books where it obvious they are about someone overweight but the author wrote this book in such a way that I couldn’t help but love it. She wrote it with empathy and it felt like I really was reading someone’s diary. I loved all of the characters, they all had issues that had caused their overeating and each one was different but they had all come together to help each other through. There were so many times where I laughed out loud whilst reading this book, Mary really was an adorable character and add Ted into the equation and I was just in love! There was just so much of this story that I could relate to and I thought that the characters in the story were amongst some of the most relatable that I have ever read about. I am really looking forward to reading the next book in the series!! I can’t wait to read more about Mary!!

[Amie's Book Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have a new favorite heroine. Her name is Mary Brown and guess what, she is F-A-T and she relishes it.

The ADORABLE FAT GIRL SERIES by hilarious author BERNICE BLOOM features real people. There are no blonde barbie dolls who look like they might die if they so much as look at a cheeseburger. Nope. Mary Brown is FAT and in this series, fat is not a bad word.

If you are in the mood for a good laugh, this is the book for you!

I rate DIARY OF AN ADORABLE FAT GIRL as 5 out of 5 Stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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[Jo Macleod · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun and frolics

This is 3 short stories of the life of Mary, a very overweight lady looking for love and trying to lose weight and mend her relationship with food. I loved the story and how it progressed. Bloom brings hilarity to a sometimes very sad situation. The middle book which sees Mary and Veronica travel to Amsterdam had me howling! If you've ever done the overnight ferry to Amsterdam you'll totally understand! Looking forward to reading more of the series.

[Nicki Kendall · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a fun read. This book had me laughing out loud and also feeling a sense of kinship with the adorable fat girl herself. Some poignant moments about the struggles of dieting and overeating is counterbalanced with some lighthearted funny moments. A heartwarmingly good read. #bernicebloom #diaryofanadorablefatgirl #tea_sipping_bookworm #litsy #goodreads

[Charlotte Amy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great story but disappointing download

The story is great- very entertaining and very funny, however this particular download is not good. This download claims to hold the first 3 'Fat Girl' books, but actually contains only the first one. If this is resolved, I will download again.

[Bekah Graham · Rating 3 out of 5]

Funny with heart

It's a cute book, so many times I burst out in laughter or found myself nodding while reading, the hard part was reading Mary's secret. Yes is great and Double D is a character in himself.

[Joanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hilarious and great fun read

I loved these three books in one. I really liked the style and structure of writing. It is light hearted and comedic. A good quick read. Will look to read other Adorable Fat Girl Books in the future

[Josephine Coburn · Rating 5 out of 5]

A really good tead

I thoroughly enjoyed this book, it's a good read and has the right feel for a diet Club story and how emotional eating is the main cause. A light heart read with laugh out loud bits.

[Sharon · Rating 4 out of 5]

A lovely, funny little read about the fight to lose weight. I’ve been there myself so could see myself in this club 😂 it’s different as it deals with the psychological side of weight loss. It made me laugh and also feel sad for a tiny bit but I thoroughly enjoyed it.

[Sinead · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great intro to a new author. I liked it very much and touch on subjects in a light hearted way but got the point across

Would I recommend it :yes
Would I read more from author: yes

[Carol DeGregorio · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reminded me of Becky Bloomwood in Sophie Kinsellas wonderful series. I enjoyed Mary so much. Looking forward to more fun.

[Linda Miles · Rating 3 out of 5]

Started well

The story started well with likeable characters and a relatable storyline but, unfortunately the ending was predictable and, sadly, trite.

[julie mills · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it

I really connected with the main character felt her pain and understood where she was coming from. This book made me rethink my eating habits made me laugh and cry.

[Jane · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick, fun, engaging.

Every girl everywhere whose been even a tiny but overweight understands where the narrator is coming from. Looking forward to the rest of the series!

[Ingrid G · Rating 4 out of 5]

Light hearted fun

[mrs w l dickinson · Rating 1 out of 5]

A no from me

I found this book childish. The ending of each chapter could easily be second guessed
Sorry but not for me

[Sheena Lowe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant & funny

Such a brilliant read starting with the Fat club just how I think it should be. Loved the follow up books will certainly be reading some more

[Paula Tolhurst · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dairy

Enjoyed this book easy to read made me chuckle to myself . The dress page was hilarious could see that happen to anyone

[Lynne Nichol · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

Loved the distributed books can't wait to start the next one. Sounds a bit like Sophie Kinsella books which also loved.

[Bev Reed · Rating 5 out of 5]

hilarious…so many things I could relate to

Great read and one which makes you laugh out loud. Recommend 100%

Read it all in two sittings as couldn’t put it down.

[Claire Hastings · Rating 3 out of 5]

good beach reading

A fun book with some laugh out loud moments. A nice beach book. Perhaps I’ll read the lockdown book too.

[Deborah Wilkinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Extremely funny and moving story.well worth a read

[Greta Nicholls · Rating 3 out of 5]

Sadly I can relate to this book !

[Catherine · Rating 3 out of 5]

I thought this book started well, but I got a bit bogged down by all the seemingly trivial things that Mary got herself mixed up in. However it was a light, fun read which was quite enjoyable and educational too. I look forward to reading more of Mary's adventures.

[Bena Roberts · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mary is an overweight girl who used to be a gymnast. This diary is her story of her joining Fat Club and finding love. A light read that captivates its audience and that can be enjoyed by anyone whatever size or shape they are! So, not just a "fat girl" book, where you feel sorry for the heroine or where change is not forthcoming. The change in Mary is more in her perception of herself.

The Good!
An ambitious novel that I enjoyed. What a lot of fun! This made me giggle. Lovely to see authors having strong female leads with women of all shapes and sizes. Ideal for a long train journey or beach read.

The Bad!
Not really bad, but a tad predictable.

The Ugly?
It is horrible reading about people wanting to commit suicide or become cleaners for men because they want to feel loved. The book touched on these issues - but only lightly.

I received as part of a blog tour and in exchange for an honest review.

LIKE!! 3.5 Stars