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Listopia > Michelle Leonhardt's votes on the list 52 Book Club 2025: #1 - A Pun In The Title (1 Book)
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Dial A for Aunties (Aunties, #1)
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"The title "Dial A for Aunties" is indeed a pun! It's a playful twist on the familiar concept of a "dial-a" service (like "Dial-A-Pizza" or "Dial-A-Ride") but instead of a service for things like food or transportation, it humorously refers to a group of aunties.
Michelle
rated it 4 stars
Here’s how the pun works: The phrase "Dial A" is often associated with calling a service, and the letter "A" could refer to a specific category or option. In the context of the title, "Aunties" replaces whatever service might normally be offered, suggesting that the story might involve calling upon, or interacting with, a quirky or helpful group of aunties in a comedic or dramatic way. So, the pun comes from the familiar structure of a phone service (dialing a number or letter for something) being humorously applied to a family situation involving aunties, making it both playful and intriguing. This title is also a nod to the "Dial M for Murder" classic thriller, blending suspenseful genre conventions with a comedic twist." See Review |
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