The Romancipation of Maggie Hunter

by Jane Sigaloff

Maggie Hunter is living the life she's always wanted.

Her career is taking off and, thanks to Japanese straighteningtechnology, her hair is lying down. The commitment-phobicMaggie even has a serious boyfriend, Max. Smart, caring andfunny, Max is practically perfect. There's just one adamant that it's time for Maggie to move in.

Maggie's not sure she's ready to go from 'me' to 'we,' or if shecan cope with putting all her eggs in one basket (or all her shoesin one closet)! If only she could be more like Eloise, her bestfriend who's dying to start nesting. Except Eloise is with Jake,who has an apparent allergy to forward planning. He'll barelycommit to an entire weekend at her place, let alone a joint lease.

So—Maggie wants a man like Jake, and Eloise wants a man likeMax. At least that's how it seems to Maggie. She knows thatsomehow someone will have to make a switch, but as sheexamines the relationships around her, she can't help butwonder, can you really make someone change?

Genres: Chick Lit, Romance, Fiction

442 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2007

About the author

Born in London, Jane Sigaloff has always been a city girl at heart. After studying history at Oxford University she entered the allegedly glamorous world of television, beginning her career as tea and coffee co-ordinator for Nickolodeon UK.

Progressing to researcher and then to assistanct producer, her contracts took her to MTV and finally to the BBC, where she worked for several years.

Since 2000 Jane has enjoyed a double life as a part-time PA which has given her more time to write and feel guilty about not going to the gym. Jane's novels include Lost and Found, Technical Hitch, Like Mother, Like Daughter and Confessions of an Agony Aunt.

Reviews

[Sharon · Rating 2 out of 5]

I got 140 pages into this book and just stopped reading it because I really did not care about any of the characters. I like all the other books by this author that I have read, but this was just boring.

[Lauryn · Rating 2 out of 5]

Sigaloff's writing style was refreshing in comparison to the typical YA novels I find myself reading. The story itself didnt deliver anything refreshing or exciting, however. Nothing worth noting happened in this book until the last 100 (possibly less) pages. If you're okay trudging through 300+ pages of unnecessary events and scenes, by all means, be our guest. I cant say you'll finish the novel feeling good and like you hadnt wasted your time. If it weren't for trying to reach my book goal this year, I probably wouldn't have finished.

[Sherri Bryant · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pretty good story though I didn't seem to connect with Maggie through most of the book and towards the end of the story, her actions seemed to be out of control and not making alot of sense. Fortunately, the ending brought a twist that enabled all of the characters to have a happy ending.

[Allie rademacher · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not my taste in a book

[Sheri Lind · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book was waaaaaaay too long. It could have been told with at least 100 less pages. It started VERY slow and and was very hard to get into. It wasn't until somewhere in the 300's pages that I finally felt like I had to finish reading just so I could find out what happened. There were completely needless plot points and I found it hard to care about several characters. I was not invested in them at all. I normally LOVE British authors but this story left much to be desired.

[Shaun · Rating 3 out of 5]

I would have to say this book I did like, but I found myself arguing with the characters in my head (but why do this, as this is a chick lit book?). Are we really that divided? Either we want to be in a long-term committed relationship or we want to be fiercely independent. Why can't we do both? But yeah, totally on the Red Dress kick right now. Something light and fluffy.

[Judy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a fantastic book! I was very intimadated by the actual size of the book; but it turned out to be a great read. Nothing seems so far fetched in this novel because the author writes so well. The only downside is the ending leaves you wanting more!

[Robin]

I ask you, who would seriously give a book this title?

[Aviva · Rating 3 out of 5]

Just a pleasant read. I can totally identify with Maggie's fear of commitment back in my single days.

[Elissa · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not a bad book, just far too long for what the story was. Good characters, although I did want to smack Maggie for some of her stupidity.

[Aparna · Rating 1 out of 5]

Horrible ... didnt like the book at all. Read like 10 pages and was already dozing off!! a big NO NO...

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really like this one. There was really no surprise, but it was enjoyable to read.

[Bridget · Rating 5 out of 5]

I liked this even more than I expected. The blurb on the back made it pretty predictable, so I was surprised there was no startling twist at the end. Loved it anyway.

[Carol · Rating 3 out of 5]

An amusing story, very English. I enjoyed the relationship between Maggie and her best friend Eloise.

[De Jr. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Still n the middle of reading it, but it's witty, humorous and very real.....I'm truly enjoying....

[Morg]

I made the mistake of reading this as my first chick lit book, frankly, it has deterred me from reading any more of the genre.

[Debbiedoesdctoo · Rating 2 out of 5]

Horrible. I wanted to bitch slap the main character. Actually I can't say I liked any if them.

[Stefanie Jones · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[Danielle · Rating 4 out of 5]

great beach read. Predictable plot, but a sappy ending. Loved it.

[Deirdre Albanese · Rating 1 out of 5]

I like this author for chick lit a lot. Fun!