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Till Death, or a Little Light Maiming, Do Us Part
When Jason Riley goes missing, feared killed by a shark, his family – make that families – have many questions.
Hearing a news report that a man on his morning swim has been taken by a Great White, teacher Gwen races to the beach, and finds all that remains of Jason Riley, her husband, is his swimming cap and a piece of torn, blood-stained wetsuit.
Her shock and heartbreak are soon interrupted by a woman screeching to a halt on a motorbike. Tish screams for information, convinced it’s her husband who’s been taken by the man-eater. Gwen reassures her that Jason Riley is the man who’s perished. ‘I know! Jason Riley’s my husband!' Tish sobs.
Needless to say, their grief is somewhat blighted by the realisation they've both been married to a bigamist. And their mutual animosity is not assuaged when they learn that Jason recently sent all his – make that their – money to a mysterious ‘business partner’ in Egypt, Skye.
They fly to Cairo, confront Skye, and discover that not only did Jason marry her last year, but he’s stolen her life savings too.
Till Death, or a Little Light Maiming, Do Us Part is a revenge caper that propels our double-crossed threesome through continents on the trail of truth and retribution. As they embark on a chase for their money, they build new friendships, discover much about themselves, and when closure is had they are bursting with energy for the next phase of their life.
Hearing a news report that a man on his morning swim has been taken by a Great White, teacher Gwen races to the beach, and finds all that remains of Jason Riley, her husband, is his swimming cap and a piece of torn, blood-stained wetsuit.
Her shock and heartbreak are soon interrupted by a woman screeching to a halt on a motorbike. Tish screams for information, convinced it’s her husband who’s been taken by the man-eater. Gwen reassures her that Jason Riley is the man who’s perished. ‘I know! Jason Riley’s my husband!' Tish sobs.
Needless to say, their grief is somewhat blighted by the realisation they've both been married to a bigamist. And their mutual animosity is not assuaged when they learn that Jason recently sent all his – make that their – money to a mysterious ‘business partner’ in Egypt, Skye.
They fly to Cairo, confront Skye, and discover that not only did Jason marry her last year, but he’s stolen her life savings too.
Till Death, or a Little Light Maiming, Do Us Part is a revenge caper that propels our double-crossed threesome through continents on the trail of truth and retribution. As they embark on a chase for their money, they build new friendships, discover much about themselves, and when closure is had they are bursting with energy for the next phase of their life.
336 pages, Paperback
Published March 29, 2022
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About the author
Kathy Lette
62 books244 followersKathy Lette divides her time between being a full time writer,
demented mother (now there's a tautology) and trying to find a shopping trolley that doesn't have a clubbed wheel.
Kathy first achieved succés de scandale as a teenager with the novel Puberty Blues, now a major motion picture.
After several years as a singer with the Salami Sisters and a newspaper columnist in Sydney and New York (collected in the book "Hit and Ms") and as a television sitcom writer for Columbia Pictures in Los Angeles, her novels, "Puberty Blues" (1979) "Girls Night Out" (1988), "The Llama Parlour" (1991), "Foetal Attraction" (1993), "Mad Cows" (1996),"Altar Ego" (1998) "Nip'N'Tuck" (2001), "Dead Sexy" (2003) and "How To Kill Your Husband (and other handy household hints)" (2006) became international best-sellers. Kathy Lette's plays include "Grommits", "Wet Dreams", "Perfect Mismatch" and "I'm So Happy For You I Really Am".
She lives in London with her husband and two children and has just finished a stint as writer in Residence at London's Savoy Hotel.
Kathy says that the best thing about being a writer is that you get to work in your jammies all day, drink heavily on the job and have affairs and call it research! (Although her husband says he should have the affair as it would give her a better book!)
demented mother (now there's a tautology) and trying to find a shopping trolley that doesn't have a clubbed wheel.
Kathy first achieved succés de scandale as a teenager with the novel Puberty Blues, now a major motion picture.
After several years as a singer with the Salami Sisters and a newspaper columnist in Sydney and New York (collected in the book "Hit and Ms") and as a television sitcom writer for Columbia Pictures in Los Angeles, her novels, "Puberty Blues" (1979) "Girls Night Out" (1988), "The Llama Parlour" (1991), "Foetal Attraction" (1993), "Mad Cows" (1996),"Altar Ego" (1998) "Nip'N'Tuck" (2001), "Dead Sexy" (2003) and "How To Kill Your Husband (and other handy household hints)" (2006) became international best-sellers. Kathy Lette's plays include "Grommits", "Wet Dreams", "Perfect Mismatch" and "I'm So Happy For You I Really Am".
She lives in London with her husband and two children and has just finished a stint as writer in Residence at London's Savoy Hotel.
Kathy says that the best thing about being a writer is that you get to work in your jammies all day, drink heavily on the job and have affairs and call it research! (Although her husband says he should have the affair as it would give her a better book!)
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April 21, 2022
Trying too hard to squeeze as many puns and one liners into every page. Superfluous chapter after chapter taking the reader on meaningless sightseeing trips around the world packed full of innuendo and implausable plot twists. Not for me.....
June 16, 2025
Fabulously funny feminist fiction. Inspired by the Tinder Swindler.
‘To inspire other women our age to go forth and be friggin’ fabulous.’
‘To inspire other women our age to go forth and be friggin’ fabulous.’
June 6, 2022
I rarely write reviews but this was soooo bad I feel I must! It read like a stand up comedy routine full of lame dad jokes strung together by a stupid plot that took in as many cliched tourist attractions as possible. A ridiculous book that would never have been published if it was written by a first time author.
April 28, 2022
The reported death of Jason Riley triggers a madcap revenge caper in Til Death, or a little light maiming, Do Us Part by Kathy Lette.
As sixty year old schoolteacher Gwen Brookes stares grief-stricken at all that remains of her handsome, loving husband of two years, Jason Riley, - a swimming cap and a piece of torn, blood-stained wetsuit - after he was reportedly taken by a shark while training for an Ironman competition, a woman in a bejewelled bustier and leather jacket barrels through the crowd calling her husband’s name. To Gwen’s horror, jazz singer Tish also claims to be Jason’s wife, and though she is loathe to believe it, Tish has their wedding certificate issued a year earlier, as proof. More shocks are to come when the women sit across from Jason’s lawyer and learn that his entire estate, and much of theirs, had been transferred to a female business partner in Egypt just days before his death.
Despite the antipathy between the two Mrs Riley’s, and Gwen’s fear of flying, the women fly to Cairo in the hope of recovering their money only to discover Jason, alive and well, in the arms of a younger woman. As Jason flees through the streets of the city, Gwen learns that Skye, a geologist, is not just Jason’s business partner but also his wife of less than a year, and though Skye is sceptical of the women’s claims, when she logs on to her banking account she finds both their business, and her personal account have been emptied.
Now three very hurt, angry and near broke Mrs Riley’s are on the trail of the conman they had the misfortune to marry, and Jason may well wish he was dead if they manage to catch him.
Sure the plot is absurd, but it’s also fun as the reader is led all over the globe while the women give chase, from Cairo to the Maldives, from Tanzania and through Europe, with Jason just barely eluding their grasp several times. Though it’s a whirlwind world tour, geography teacher Gwen insists on visiting at least some cultural sites as the women pursue their quarry by plane, train, ship and even bicycle, uncovering more victims of Jason’s as they go.
Tish’s bold personality and raunchy sense of humour contrasts sharply with Gwen’s sensible, timid manner, and Skye’s crystal loving spirituality. A descending decade or so apart in age (Gwen is the oldest) the women have almost nothing in common so there is plenty of conflict between them, but the bond that slowly develops between Gwen and Tish in particular is warming.
The dialogue consists mostly of wisecracks, innuendo and quips. Though Lette made me laugh more than once, the humour tends to be obvious and get a little one-note after a while.
For all its inanity however, the story does address issues such as the vulnerability of women of all ages and social groups to so called ‘love rats’, and explores the idea that women can choose to embrace the post menopausal period as an opportunity to redefine their lives.
Til Death, or a little light maiming, Do Us Part is a funny, raunchy, fast-paced adventure that you’ll likely either love or hate.
As sixty year old schoolteacher Gwen Brookes stares grief-stricken at all that remains of her handsome, loving husband of two years, Jason Riley, - a swimming cap and a piece of torn, blood-stained wetsuit - after he was reportedly taken by a shark while training for an Ironman competition, a woman in a bejewelled bustier and leather jacket barrels through the crowd calling her husband’s name. To Gwen’s horror, jazz singer Tish also claims to be Jason’s wife, and though she is loathe to believe it, Tish has their wedding certificate issued a year earlier, as proof. More shocks are to come when the women sit across from Jason’s lawyer and learn that his entire estate, and much of theirs, had been transferred to a female business partner in Egypt just days before his death.
Despite the antipathy between the two Mrs Riley’s, and Gwen’s fear of flying, the women fly to Cairo in the hope of recovering their money only to discover Jason, alive and well, in the arms of a younger woman. As Jason flees through the streets of the city, Gwen learns that Skye, a geologist, is not just Jason’s business partner but also his wife of less than a year, and though Skye is sceptical of the women’s claims, when she logs on to her banking account she finds both their business, and her personal account have been emptied.
Now three very hurt, angry and near broke Mrs Riley’s are on the trail of the conman they had the misfortune to marry, and Jason may well wish he was dead if they manage to catch him.
Sure the plot is absurd, but it’s also fun as the reader is led all over the globe while the women give chase, from Cairo to the Maldives, from Tanzania and through Europe, with Jason just barely eluding their grasp several times. Though it’s a whirlwind world tour, geography teacher Gwen insists on visiting at least some cultural sites as the women pursue their quarry by plane, train, ship and even bicycle, uncovering more victims of Jason’s as they go.
Tish’s bold personality and raunchy sense of humour contrasts sharply with Gwen’s sensible, timid manner, and Skye’s crystal loving spirituality. A descending decade or so apart in age (Gwen is the oldest) the women have almost nothing in common so there is plenty of conflict between them, but the bond that slowly develops between Gwen and Tish in particular is warming.
The dialogue consists mostly of wisecracks, innuendo and quips. Though Lette made me laugh more than once, the humour tends to be obvious and get a little one-note after a while.
For all its inanity however, the story does address issues such as the vulnerability of women of all ages and social groups to so called ‘love rats’, and explores the idea that women can choose to embrace the post menopausal period as an opportunity to redefine their lives.
Til Death, or a little light maiming, Do Us Part is a funny, raunchy, fast-paced adventure that you’ll likely either love or hate.
April 28, 2022
I’ll give it a generous two, as in it doesn’t really deserve it. OMG this book is so bad. I struggled through to page 140 and then I just looked at the last page. So so bad. A crap plot, characters that are so ridiculous, and the worst innuendos and dad jokes and one-liners and … it just goes on. Where the hell was her editor??
May 7, 2022
Sorry Kathy. I went to your book launch, and you were witty, clever and approachable. Unfortunately the same can’t be said about your book. Maybe it will appeal to people who are easily amused by puns and cliches but I had to skip great swathes of the middle of the book as I just didn’t really care what happened. Sorry. Dull and lowest common denominator stuff
April 27, 2022
This is one of the worst books I’ve read in a long time, storyline is so lame, it just rambled and the ending was ridiculous.
July 20, 2022
So bad, it is actually entertaining
October 19, 2022
To quote my 7 year old son - this book sucks massive testicles. It is honestly one of the worst books I’ve ever read, not even sure how it got published. The characters were truly awful & cliched and the language style was difficult to read. Do yourself a favour, don’t read this book.
June 8, 2022
A chick lit, road trip story.
Laugh out loud funny in places with numerous extraordinarily witty lines. So why did I give it only three stars? Maybe because it seemed just too improbable and the humour seemed to be tapering off or forced towards the end. It also felt like there was an end, but the story kept on going.
Enjoyable but...
Laugh out loud funny in places with numerous extraordinarily witty lines. So why did I give it only three stars? Maybe because it seemed just too improbable and the humour seemed to be tapering off or forced towards the end. It also felt like there was an end, but the story kept on going.
Enjoyable but...
July 1, 2022
This is the first of her books that I have read, so I can only judge her writing by this book. I'm sorry but she simply does not appear to have any talent for writing. The gratuitous use of long and difficult words is downright annoying, I can only assume that she thinks this is somehow clever? Totally implausible badly written book with a lot of inaccuracies.
November 25, 2022
What I thought would be a light hearted, repayable book about a journey in friendship was unrealistic and ridiculous.
I didn't manage to connect with any of the characters and found them to be written to accommodate certain stereotypes.
I didn't manage to connect with any of the characters and found them to be written to accommodate certain stereotypes.
May 5, 2022
TILL DEATH or a little light maiming DO US PART By Kathy Lette
After reading this, one can but admire Kathy’s penchant for descriptive and humorous script. You could be forgiven for thinking she’s a frustrated travel writer itching to get her experiences published as you flit from history in Cairo to diving in the Maldives, ballooning in Tanzania, art and chateau in France. At least that’s believable, unlike the farcical plot behind the story of an extraordinary conman who marries our heroine, has affairs with several other women yet dupes all but one into believing he’s dead and that’s what starts the chase. It’s a 21st century roller coaster ride through a dozen countries chasing a fraud and a cad of the worst kind.
Her extraordinary knowledge, unique phraseology and down to earth manner are what make Kathy a unique talent. Just don’t expect a sensible plot, that’s not where Kathy’s coming from, but let that not dim your enjoyment of this novel as three women of diverse backgrounds and goals join in a common pursuit of a man who has duped them.
Along the way three people die, as to who the first one is we never do get to find out but the death commences the search, and that is really what the book is all about.
Kathy’s language goes from upper class to the gutter so, if coarse language is not your go, choose another author. Having said that, it’s all in context and, though it’s 320 pages long, the whole episode feels like a sprint. There’s no tarrying around with Kathy, it’s all GO!
Towards the end it all seems to go pear shaped but is eventually resolved in a satisfactory manner and has significant implications for our lead lady, whose observance just before the end is profound, “Just when you’ve learnt to make the most of your life, most of your life is gone.”
Amen to that. So she heads off on a totally different course as, one suspects, has Kathy done at some stages in her famous life.
After reading this, one can but admire Kathy’s penchant for descriptive and humorous script. You could be forgiven for thinking she’s a frustrated travel writer itching to get her experiences published as you flit from history in Cairo to diving in the Maldives, ballooning in Tanzania, art and chateau in France. At least that’s believable, unlike the farcical plot behind the story of an extraordinary conman who marries our heroine, has affairs with several other women yet dupes all but one into believing he’s dead and that’s what starts the chase. It’s a 21st century roller coaster ride through a dozen countries chasing a fraud and a cad of the worst kind.
Her extraordinary knowledge, unique phraseology and down to earth manner are what make Kathy a unique talent. Just don’t expect a sensible plot, that’s not where Kathy’s coming from, but let that not dim your enjoyment of this novel as three women of diverse backgrounds and goals join in a common pursuit of a man who has duped them.
Along the way three people die, as to who the first one is we never do get to find out but the death commences the search, and that is really what the book is all about.
Kathy’s language goes from upper class to the gutter so, if coarse language is not your go, choose another author. Having said that, it’s all in context and, though it’s 320 pages long, the whole episode feels like a sprint. There’s no tarrying around with Kathy, it’s all GO!
Towards the end it all seems to go pear shaped but is eventually resolved in a satisfactory manner and has significant implications for our lead lady, whose observance just before the end is profound, “Just when you’ve learnt to make the most of your life, most of your life is gone.”
Amen to that. So she heads off on a totally different course as, one suspects, has Kathy done at some stages in her famous life.
October 1, 2022
This book was so bad, I’m not even sure where to begin. The book was about 10 times longer than what it should have been. The book would have been a lot shorter if the author wasn’t so invested in taking the readers on a scenic tour of the world, and if she stopped using lame jokes every second line. This book lacked a lot of plot, and the characters were insanely annoying. I constantly found myself annoyed with the things that the characters said and did, they just frustrated me so much. Also some of the jokes that the author made were extremely insensitive, they weren’t tactful or funny in the slightest and I’m really disappointed because I was hoping to enjoy this book.
March 15, 2023
Had this been Kathy Lettes first book, it never would have been published. Totally ridiculous and implausible storylines which read like Joey from Friends looking up words in the thesaurus. Shame, because it had potential, then got stupid.
July 19, 2025
Hilarious, barmy and utterly brilliant, this raunchy caper made me laugh from start to finish. It begins with a suitably crazy premise: Gwen rushes to the beach after hearing that a man has been killed by a Great White Shark to discover that all that is left of her husband, Jason, is his swimming cap and a piece of torn, blood-stained wetsuit. But Gwen’s grief soon turns to anger and disbelief when Tish turns up asking after her husband and the women discover they were married to the same man. Things get worse when they learn that Jason recently transferred all of their money to a mysterious business partner in Cairo. So, they put aside their animosity to go and confront her. But instead they find another swindled wife and the trio embark on an around-the-world journey of vengeance, self-discovery and sisterhood.
This book was the definition of insane. And I absolutely loved it. From the storyline to the characters, everything was ridiculous, but it also felt relatable and real, with moments of real emotion and surprising twists thrown in amongst the craziness. Gwen, Tish and Skye are fantastic characters. Each woman is completely different to the others and they often wonder how they could all be married to the same man. But as they bond over their anger and grief at Jason’s betrayals, they find the similarities that exist in them and work together to try and get answers. I loved their banter and the xx situations they got themselves into. It kept me turning the pages, eager to see if they would finally get their vengeance. But what I loved most is how they went from women who had been humiliated and felt they couldn’t go on without Jason to discovering themselves and their inner strength. These ladies are a great example of girl power and a reminder that it is never too late to find out new things about yourself or to find a new best friend.
This was my first time reading a book by Kathy Lette but it won’t be my last. Witty, entertaining and addictive, this is a must for your summer TBR.
This book was the definition of insane. And I absolutely loved it. From the storyline to the characters, everything was ridiculous, but it also felt relatable and real, with moments of real emotion and surprising twists thrown in amongst the craziness. Gwen, Tish and Skye are fantastic characters. Each woman is completely different to the others and they often wonder how they could all be married to the same man. But as they bond over their anger and grief at Jason’s betrayals, they find the similarities that exist in them and work together to try and get answers. I loved their banter and the xx situations they got themselves into. It kept me turning the pages, eager to see if they would finally get their vengeance. But what I loved most is how they went from women who had been humiliated and felt they couldn’t go on without Jason to discovering themselves and their inner strength. These ladies are a great example of girl power and a reminder that it is never too late to find out new things about yourself or to find a new best friend.
This was my first time reading a book by Kathy Lette but it won’t be my last. Witty, entertaining and addictive, this is a must for your summer TBR.
October 1, 2024
Gwen is heartbroken when she finds out her husband Jason Riley has been eaten by a shark when out swimming training. This heartbreak turns to heartache when overmade up and overdressed in skanky wear Tish Delaney shows up on her motorbike to claim she is also Jason's wife.
When Tish and Gwen go to the solicitor managing Jason's affairs to find out which wife has been acknowledged in the will, they find out there is no money as its all been transferred to a business partner overseas.
Gwen and Tish go on an adventure in an aim to get their money back. On this journey they collect more wives and potential wives faster than tips on where their missing money might be.
I really enjoyed the journey around the world to my favourite places and the friendships and funny situations they find themselves in. The humorous one liners kept me entertained throughout the book. I listened to the audio version of this book and absolutely loved it. My commutes and walks were immensely uplifted listening to this book.
A great holiday read, especially if you find yourself in one of Tish and Gwen's destinations.
When Tish and Gwen go to the solicitor managing Jason's affairs to find out which wife has been acknowledged in the will, they find out there is no money as its all been transferred to a business partner overseas.
Gwen and Tish go on an adventure in an aim to get their money back. On this journey they collect more wives and potential wives faster than tips on where their missing money might be.
I really enjoyed the journey around the world to my favourite places and the friendships and funny situations they find themselves in. The humorous one liners kept me entertained throughout the book. I listened to the audio version of this book and absolutely loved it. My commutes and walks were immensely uplifted listening to this book.
A great holiday read, especially if you find yourself in one of Tish and Gwen's destinations.
August 10, 2025
The premise sounded grand but as I was reading this story, which is chockful of wild, off the wall characters, lots of sightseeing on the chase to locate the absolute bum of a husband who marries women then steals their money and vanishes, I felt it really start to drag and I kept looking to see how much further to the end. That is never a good sign though I did have to keep reading because I needed to know if the women could catch Jason.
I feel it would have been better as a shorter book because while the sights were fun to hear about, it was irritating to see Gwen, Tish, and Skye come so close to getting Jason, when he slips away again and again. Plus the insults traded among the women got very repetitive. The final twist was pretty fun though and the lessons learned along the way of the chase about not being afraid to live and take chances but also be a bit responsible and not just give your money to someone with a pretty smile made this book okay in the end.
Will, I read this again? Probably not because I have read similar stories which took this concept and did a better job but it had good parts so I will rate this three stars.
I feel it would have been better as a shorter book because while the sights were fun to hear about, it was irritating to see Gwen, Tish, and Skye come so close to getting Jason, when he slips away again and again. Plus the insults traded among the women got very repetitive. The final twist was pretty fun though and the lessons learned along the way of the chase about not being afraid to live and take chances but also be a bit responsible and not just give your money to someone with a pretty smile made this book okay in the end.
Will, I read this again? Probably not because I have read similar stories which took this concept and did a better job but it had good parts so I will rate this three stars.
May 8, 2022
This is a bit of light and fluffy improbable nonsense by Kathy Lette, a writer I've admired ever since her ground-breaking 'Puberty Blues'. It abounds with clever and colourful rhetorical phrases, that can intrude at times, but mostly just add to the fun. It's not a book for your Presbyterian maiden aunt as it needs a broad-minded reader, but that said, it bounds along at great speed until we reach an end with an improbable twist. I enjoyed it for the piece of fun that it is, so don't start off expecting 'the great Australian novel.' It would be good holiday reading on the plane to your tropical resort. It would put you in the right mood.
July 31, 2025
After a traumatic incident, Gwen discovers her husband is missing, likely dead, before she can assimilate what this means, Trish appears, and even though they seem to differ in every way, they find they have more in common than they thought or want. The story continues with the discovery of another deceived woman, unified in vengeance, the unlikely allies decide to find out what happened to Jason and their money. It's a relentless story full of humour and emotion. The characters are vibrant, and there are many vivid, humorous scenarios, but it didn't engage me.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher.
July 12, 2022
Yes! 👏👏 Mums can do anything!
This book is empowering to me as a young woman, I hope it feels just as uplifting and encouraging to women in their forties, fifties and sixties. It's sad to think people stop seeing you as beautiful and lovely as you age, even worse is when people pray on you when you start to feel emotional, sexual or parental un-fulfilment. I loved every minute of seeing this story unfold, it really was an adventure.
Recommend this book if you want a dramatic short read which involves chasing an evil cheating man all across the world.
This book is empowering to me as a young woman, I hope it feels just as uplifting and encouraging to women in their forties, fifties and sixties. It's sad to think people stop seeing you as beautiful and lovely as you age, even worse is when people pray on you when you start to feel emotional, sexual or parental un-fulfilment. I loved every minute of seeing this story unfold, it really was an adventure.
Recommend this book if you want a dramatic short read which involves chasing an evil cheating man all across the world.
August 20, 2022
I took this book home from the local library because it was a "red hot read".
Take my review with a little proviso that it isn't my type of thing. I think these "smart and sassy" first person female narratives have now been done to death (no pun on title intended). Had I been familiar with Kathy Lette's other titles, I probably would have put it back on the shelf.
That said, if you are a fan of these type of books, or loved her others you will probably like this too. I found it to be a bit of a weekend read without much else. 1/5 stars.
Take my review with a little proviso that it isn't my type of thing. I think these "smart and sassy" first person female narratives have now been done to death (no pun on title intended). Had I been familiar with Kathy Lette's other titles, I probably would have put it back on the shelf.
That said, if you are a fan of these type of books, or loved her others you will probably like this too. I found it to be a bit of a weekend read without much else. 1/5 stars.
September 19, 2025
I find that this author often claims to be writing ‘feminist’ fiction. Yet, in this novel there is a lot of women degrading other women, slut shaming, victim blaming… that I just can’t agree. Aside from this, the endless puns and ‘dad’ jokes wear thin (I did giggle at c*ck monsieur) and the formula of each section is basically the same, just in a different setting. There is a twist, which isn’t blindingly obvious, so that’s one bonus. Overall, couldn’t wait to finish it, so I could stop reading it.
June 1, 2022
A shocker. Tried hard, but only made it to 3 chapters. The humour, it isn't funny, it's try hard (at times classist and nasty), the characters more like characterisations. I wanted to read this as a break in my more serious novels. However this was SO nonsensical, and annoying (the characters).
It surprises me, as Lette comes across as such a smart funny woman, with a lot of life experience to share.
Glad I didn't buy it, got it from the library, and returned WAY before it's due date.
It surprises me, as Lette comes across as such a smart funny woman, with a lot of life experience to share.
Glad I didn't buy it, got it from the library, and returned WAY before it's due date.
June 21, 2022
Another Fabulous book by Kathy Lette.
I loved the whole story it was a real page turner.
I read it in two days .
The characters were very different in their own way.
Loved all the travelling and descriptions of all the different places.
I loved the two twists at the end and that Justice was Served.
I hope there is another book with further Adventures of Trish and Gwen.
Look forward to te next book by Kathy.
I would highly recommend reading this book.
I loved the whole story it was a real page turner.
I read it in two days .
The characters were very different in their own way.
Loved all the travelling and descriptions of all the different places.
I loved the two twists at the end and that Justice was Served.
I hope there is another book with further Adventures of Trish and Gwen.
Look forward to te next book by Kathy.
I would highly recommend reading this book.
November 4, 2022
Kathy Lette has the BEST EVER sense of humour and her books (well I’ve only read one other, HRT) are just a jam packed, laugh a minute, on the edge of your seat comedy of errors. Heroic, mad and such good entertainment. Light and easy to boot.
I wanted to take notes on the huuuge repertoire of one liners that are sooooo relatable and fucking hilarious! I could see this book as a movie! Or even a short run TV series.
Congrats Lette… 🥂
I wanted to take notes on the huuuge repertoire of one liners that are sooooo relatable and fucking hilarious! I could see this book as a movie! Or even a short run TV series.
Congrats Lette… 🥂
June 25, 2023
I really wanted to read this book, but at the same time, I just knew it would be hard. I hate scammers and this was ALL about that and about bad people doing underhanded things.
However, it was super witty and so, so funny and punny and I laughed out loud on multiple occasions!
The plot was good and the characters were hilarious and relatable.
8.5/10. I have recommended it to other people already!
However, it was super witty and so, so funny and punny and I laughed out loud on multiple occasions!
The plot was good and the characters were hilarious and relatable.
8.5/10. I have recommended it to other people already!
May 31, 2022
A funny read that entertained me, but also bored me because of the repetitive language and themes, but it could be a holiday read to another person.
The underlying theme of men's terrible treatment of women and the inevitable disappointment of relationships is depressing although it feels funny as you read it, but it left me feeling sad
Maybe Kathy Lette is just not my type of author!
The underlying theme of men's terrible treatment of women and the inevitable disappointment of relationships is depressing although it feels funny as you read it, but it left me feeling sad
Maybe Kathy Lette is just not my type of author!
February 13, 2023
So so bad I couldn’t finish it. I got about 70% and then began to dread going to bed because I had to read more so figured it was best to give it up. Every second line was a pun or dad-joke inuendo and the plot was so far fetched it was annoying. After the sixth country I just couldn’t go back for more!
October 15, 2023
Witty, punny as all hell, and chock full of laughs, I quite enjoyed this book about a pair of women more Jekyll and Hyde than Golden Girls. While some of the characters may have been a bit stereotypical, there was plenty to love about the friendships formed and the crimes committed throughout! Easy recommendation from me!
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