Notting Hill

by Richard Curtis (Adapted by)

Penguin Readers Level 3
Contemporary / British English
Anna Scott is an American film star. She is rich, beautiful and very famous. William Thacker is a shy man who has a small, unsuccessful bookshop in London. Their lives are different in every way, but they are both looking for someone special. Can a future together be more than a dream? Notting Hill is a wonderful -- and very funny -- love story.

Genres: Romance

61 pages, Paperback

First published March 28, 2005

About the author

Richard Whalley Anthony Curtis, CBE

Graduate of Harrow School and subsequently Christ Church, University of Oxford. Academy Award nominee and recipient of Emmy and BAFTA awards for screenwriting. He is also a director and producer. In 2007, he became a Fellow of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA).

Reviews

[Danique · Rating 3 out of 5]

it was a fun short book, but I didn't really like it.

[Laraa · Rating 5 out of 5]

omg no pensé que existía algo mejor que la película pero este libro es todo lo que está bien. poder releer esas escenas de la peli que me marcaron, teniendo el recuerdo de la actuación de la reina de julia roberts al momento de leerlas hace que este librito sea una joya. además que no te das cuenta que estás leyendo en otro idioma por lo fácil o fluida que es la lectura. en fin, tremendo libro 10/10

[David Lacey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Magnificent modern day feel-good romance which is bold, witty, extremely funny and enlightening. All the characters in this story are epic. This helps with the flow in and out of peoples everyday lives from the rich and famous, to the bookseller. A romantic masterpiece that should not be missed.

[agostina · Rating 3 out of 5]

no está para nada mal. es una historia simple, fácil y entretenida. muy bueno para principiantes en el inglés.

[Rikko215 · Rating 2 out of 5]

Surreal but nice! I haven’t watched the firm before but it became one of my favorite love stories! I’d bette watch the actual firm too.

[Justyna · Rating 4 out of 5]

A

[simona🍒 · Rating 3 out of 5]

3⭐️

[hanna]

Well aware that this is a penguin readers book but I’ll take Notting hill in any form I can get it

[Sariwiiii · Rating 3 out of 5]

me tenía que leer un libro para las clases de inglés, escogí este porque la peli me gusta, ha sido leerme la peli tal cual, no ha estado mal

[Emilia · Rating 1 out of 5]

No me los banco ni al libro ni a la película

[Terka Zítková · Rating 5 out of 5]

Celosvětově známý příběh přizpůsobený čtenářům začátečníkům. V textu se nenacházejí těžká slova, takže tomu opravdu každý dobře porozumí

[Sayaka Moriyama · Rating 3 out of 5]

@Time of reading
12/30 100 min

@7 word summary
woman bookshop love famous man different relation

@Discussion question
Have you ever fallen in love with celebrity?

@My answer
No, i haven't. If i can, i would like to have a boyfriend who are star. however, it is just a dream. Because if i could have a boyfriend being celebrity, we will have a lot of problems. anyway, i don't have any opportunity to love with boy like this character.

@What I think about the book.
Though i didn't know it, this story was famous as much as a film being made. i would like to watch it because this book is great. it tells people's movements of minds deeply. i could be sympathized so much. i don't have any boyfriends now, but i would like to be like them. I want to feel true love.

[Misaki Arafuka · Rating 4 out of 5]

-Level
Penguin readers 3 

-Time
100min

-7words
Star/love/usual/man/media/picture/marry

-Question
1) The main character fell in love with a famous film star and finally they got married. If you fall in love with a film star, can you say that you love her? 
- I cannot probably say it. I am only happy to see him.

2) The main character married to a famous film star. Do you want to marry to a famous person?
- No, because I don't want to hide from a lot of mass media. I hope to have a good family!


This book was fantastic! To marry with a famous person is wonderful, but there are some problems such as mass media. Anyway, I want to watch the movie!!!

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really like this book, because i think is very interesting; it's about a famous star that fall in love of a poor man. The name of the famous star is Anna and she is an actress, very famous. The name of the man is William and he has a book store, but he doesn't earn alot of money from the book store. They met one day in the book store, because Anna went there; and there's where the story takes place, and all the interesting parts begins there, it is very interesting, I recommend this book for all ages, i think is really good.

[Kaoru Kawaguchi · Rating 4 out of 5]

-penguin readers
-level 3
-01/08=60min, 01/09=50min
-7 words: woman, star, man, bookshop, love, difference, dream

Have you experienced falling in love with film star?
>I have many favorite stars or actresses but I think it is impossible to go with them.

Can you get over if you fall in love the person who are difference world?
>Yes, it may be difficult thing, but I don't want to give up.

This is a famous title book and I really enjoyed reading. This book became film so I want to watch that film someday.

[Kayo Nakagaki · Rating 4 out of 5]

1. Penguin level 3
2. 12/8 40min 12/10 40min
3. rich, poor, travel book, orange juice, hotel, chocolate brownie, flower
4. a)” I'm just a girl. Standing in front of a boy. Asking him to love her.”
b) I like this Anna's phrase. I think so too. Probably all girls think that.
5. I read this book reason why I'd like to watch the movie of the book. This book is easy for me to read. It's not boring and not appearing so many characters. Last scene, Willam turned down the way Anna feels against his heart. But finally he became to be honest. The love between Willam and Anna is so strong.

[Nagisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

1. Penguin level3
2. 90minuted
3. Love false major famous propose couple sister
4. A: I'm also just a girl, standing in front of a boy, asking him to love her.
B: I really like this phrase because I really really understand and think same thing. I expect every girl think so too.
5. I tried level 3 of penguin for the first time, so it took long time to finish, but this book could read and understand easily because the story is sooo interesting. I like happy end story so I really like this.
I couldn't expect what next happen but it was my enjoy.

[Sukriti · Rating 4 out of 5]

Richard Curtis's book is a heartwarming tale that seamlessly weaves humor and poignant moments. The narrative, set against a charming backdrop, follows relatable characters on a journey of self-discovery and love. Curtis' witty writing style captivates readers, making it a delightful and easy read. The book's clever dialogue and cleverly crafted plot keep the pages turning. While some may find the ending predictable, Curtis injects enough charm and sincerity to make it satisfying. Overall, a delightful read for those seeking a feel-good story with a dash of humor and a sprinkle of romance.

[Erika Saito · Rating 4 out of 5]

-Pengin readers, level 3.
-Time: 11/10 = 90min; 11/11 = 15min; 11/16/ = 20min
-7-word summary: suddenly, accident, love, shock, relation, reporter, happy
1. Have you ever seen a celebrity in an accident?
I have never met famous person all my life.
2. What will you do if you fell in love for famous actor or actress?
As a matter of fact, I will try to give up.

This book is really hard for me, but when I could understand all contents, this story was so interesting:)

[金井彩音 · Rating 4 out of 5]

1 PENGUIN READERS/Richard Curtis/LEvel3
2 7/15=100min
3 suddenly/accident/love/different/relation/reporter/happy
4 Have you ever seen a celebrity in an accident?-I have never met famous person all my life.
5 This book is very difficult for me, but when I could understand this story, this story was so interesting:)

[Kiko Kawashima · Rating 4 out of 5]

1. Penguin readers level 3
2. About Three hours
3. London / Notting Hill / Anna Scott / American film star / William Thacker / small unsuccessful bookshop / dream / couple / love story
4. I like the passage that William encouraged Anna when her photos before her debut that she doesn't want to be seen was published.

[Abbie · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book was hard to understand! There is a lot of dialog that works better in a movie than a book. This book may be good if you have already seen the movie.

[Tazar Oo · Rating 3 out of 5]

Impossible-yet-saccharine love story.