A captivating story, full of heart. Becky Bloomwood is back! Book two of the Shopaholic series is just as compelling and witty as the original. But then an unexpected disaster threatens her career prospects, her relationship — and her credit line. A welcome return to this lovable character. It tells the story of Audrey, who has lost herself and can't even leave the house. Then her brother's friend, Linus stumbles into her life.
With his friendly smile and his funny notes, he starts to entice Audrey out again. And maybe, just maybe, the real world will become a little less scary A book about hope, possibility and love. The newest Sophie Kinsella is a total treat. However, reality is not quite so intoxicating. Can they overcome their differences to find one life, together? Pre-order this one, right now. Sign up to the Good Housekeeping newsletter to receive inspiring content straight to your inbox, from delicious recipe ideas and expert cleaning advice to uplifting lifestyle news, and fashion and beauty tips.
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The many odes to shopping are balanced by hilarious scenes such as a job interview where Becky gets caught for lying on her resume she says she speaks Finnish -- and it just so happens the company has new Finnish clients they want her to meet! Asking for realism in a chick-lit novel is like expecting a low-fat eclair -- Becky's solution to her financial problems could only happen in fiction -- but Kinsella keeps Becky grounded enough that readers care even when she's over the top.
Teens may not understand all the British financial references, especially in the second half and indeed, Becky herself barely does, either , but they are crucial to the plot.
Knowing the exchange rate for pounds to dollars will help translate Becky's debt into its true horror. Families can talk about Becky's Scarlett O'Hara "I'll think about it tomorrow" approach to her looming debt. Why does Becky keep spending money when she knows she shouldn't? Do teens think people can be addicted to shopping? How does Becky use shopping to cope with her emotions? Do teens feel pressured to own certain name-brand clothes or handbags?
With banks plying college students with credit-card offers, high school is a great age for parents to share their approach to credit and staying within one's financial means. Common Sense Media's unbiased ratings are created by expert reviewers and aren't influenced by the product's creators or by any of our funders, affiliates, or partners.
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Confessions of a Shopaholic. Popular with kids. Chick-lit fave gets a movie tie-in. Sophie Kinsella Contemporary Fiction Rate book. Read or buy. Based on 1 review. Based on 12 reviews. Get it now Searching for streaming and purchasing options Common Sense is a nonprofit organization.
Your purchase helps us remain independent and ad-free. Get it now on Searching for streaming and purchasing options Did we miss something on diversity? Suggest an update Confessions of a Shopaholic. From there, readers delighted to see Rebecca's life unfold. As Becky navigates marriage, motherhood, and more, her shopping addiction continually remains an issue that causes drama. Part of the charm of the series is its ability to highlight the real facts about addiction and how it affects one's life while retaining its humorous edge.
For reading recommendations from the series, peruse the list below. The Secret Dreamworld of a Shopaholic.
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