Proving that chick lit is not dead after all, USA Today posted an article called, Book Roundup: Chick Lit. This just shows that there are people out there brave enough to use the term “chick lit” rather than resort to the odd descriptions we use now, like sassy women’s fiction…or whatever strange thing we’re calling the subgenre these days.
The folks at USA Today focused on four books. They are:
A Hollywood Ending by Robyn Sisman – An actress goes to London and meets a stuffy British dude. Works for me. The reviewer says, “Author Robyn Sisman traipses down the well-worn path of “opposites attract,” but her likable characters and humorous send-ups of the celebrity world make this a worthwhile read.”
Fear And Yoga in New Jersey by Debra Galant – A young teacher, an unemployed hubby and a bar mitzvah. That might not get me to read it. The review will. Here’s my favorite part: “Galant casts a hilarious eye on middle-aged New Agers as they pilot their Priuses in search of enlightenment.”
Mrs. Perfect by Jane Porter – A woman who is perfect on the outside is an absolute mess on the inside. The reviewer says, “Porter’s authentic character studies and meditations on what really matters make Mrs. Perfect a perfect summer novel.”
A Bad Bride’s Tale by Polly Williams – Brit chicks find love. The reviewer describes it this way: “… large cast of characters, whose stories crisscross, to weave a vivid tale of second chances and finding true love.” This one is in hardcover. For that reason, I’m probably waiting for now.
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I’ve read Mrs. Perfect and really enjoyed it. Enough to grab the previous book, Odd Mom Out.
by Nicole June 11th, 2008 at 6:51 pmI think Jane’s book sounds interesting. I’ve read her romances (Harlequin Presents) and really like her voice. I’d give “Mrs. Perfect” a shot, though this genre isn’t really my thing.
by Stacy ~ June 12th, 2008 at 3:17 am