Confessions of a Shopaholic (Shopaholic #1)

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Confessions of a Shopaholic (Shopaholic #1)
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Release Date
February 01, 2000
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0440241413
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MEET BECKY BLOOMWOOD, AN IRRESISTIBLE HEROINE WITH A BIG HEART, BIG DREAMS --- AND JUST ONE LITTLE WEAKNESS ...

Becky Bloomwood has what most twenty-five-year-olds only dream of: a flat in London's trendiest neighborhood, a troupe of glamorous socialite friends, and a closet brimming with the season's must-haves. The only trouble is, she can't actually afford it --- not any of it. Her job writing at Successful Saving magazine not only bores her to tears, it doesn't pay much at all. Still, how can she resist that perfect pair of shoes? Or the divine silk blouse in the window of that ultra-trendy boutique? But lately Becky's been chased by dismal letters from Visa and the Endwich Bank --- letters with large red sums she can't bear to read --- and they're getting ever harder to ignore. She tries cutting back; she even tries making more money. But none of her efforts succeeds. Her only consolation is to buy herself something ... just a little something ...

Finally, a story arises that Becky actually cares about, and her front-page article catalyzes a chain of events that will transform her life --- and the lives of those around her --- forever.

MEET BECKY BLOOMWOOD, AN IRRESISTIBLE HEROINE WITH A BIG HEART, BIG DREAMS --- AND JUST ONE LITTLE WEAKNESS ...

Becky Bloomwood has what most twenty-five-year-olds only dream of: a flat in London's trendiest neighborhood, a troupe of glamorous socialite friends, and a closet brimming with the season's must-haves. The only trouble is, she can't actually afford it --- not any of it. Her job writing at Successful Saving magazine not only bores her to tears, it doesn't pay much at all. Still, how can she resist that perfect pair of shoes? Or the divine silk blouse in the window of that ultra-trendy boutique? But lately Becky's been chased by dismal letters from Visa and the Endwich Bank --- letters with large red sums she can't bear to read --- and they're getting ever harder to ignore. She tries cutting back; she even tries making more money. But none of her efforts succeeds. Her only consolation is to buy herself something ... just a little something ...

Finally, a story arises that Becky actually cares about, and her front-page article catalyzes a chain of events that will transform her life --- and the lives of those around her --- forever.

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A Fun Quick Read!
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Reader reviewed by Lianne

Becky Bloomwood lives in london where she shares a appartment with her best friend. She works at a finnacial magazine which she hates but, can't quit because, she has found herself in a bit of trouble with the bank. Becky is obbsessed with shopping,but, when she begins to reacieve letters from the bank about her money problems she has to make a huge effort to quit shopping. Unfortunately is dosen't make much of a difference for Becky! I loved this book, I truly did. Reading and of the shopoholic books is like a guarentee for a fun amazing and a few good laughs too!
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Hilarious!
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Reader reviewed by ambeen

I absolutely loved this book. I was a little apprehensive going in because I had heard Becky's shopping habits could get annoying. However, I wasn't annoyed in the least bit. I thought Becky was sweet and funny. I totally understood that impulsive desire to buy things (mostly for me though, it's just books!).

I also found the romance, while understated, to be a wonderful subplot. I look forward to seeing more of it in the sequels which I can't wait to read!
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girly girl book
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Reader reviewed by sara

Even if you dont like to shop you will love this book.i know I did.it tells about what happens when girls go through their shopaholic times.every girl has then at one time or another.I love th fact that the girl in this book cant afford all the things she wants and that she keeps getting letters from people wanting there money and then she just runs away.
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Great girly book.
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Reader reviewed by Kayla

This book was an exciting girly book. It showed a real girly side. There are so many true things in this book about the real girly side of a girl and of the real shopaholic times that every girl has gone through or will go through.
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Are you a shopaholic?
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Reader reviewed by Lauren

Becky Bloomwood LOVES to shop. She lives in London working at the boring magazine of Successful Savings. She is always in style and must have all the "must-haves", except theres one problem, she can't afford it. Letters from the bank have been chasing her demanding their payment, and Becky just runs away. Will Becky ever really amke it on top? Will she get out of debt?
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Shopaholic are GREAT
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Reader reviewed by GAY KLAY

ShopaholicShopaholicShopaholicShopaholic. That is the only word i need to describe myself. this book was pretty much a biography of me. i loved it so much.
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AMAZING!
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Reader reviewed by Christine

the book, "confessions of a shopaholic", by Sophie Kinsella is about a girl named Becky Bloomwood, who is infact, a shopaholic. Her whole life in Britain revolves around shopping. She doesn't feel this is a problem, until the bills start catching up with her. She just can't stop... Enter: charming, rich, handsome Luke Brandon.
Confessions of a shopaholic was an amazing book in every way possible. It was funny, romanitc, had a GREAT storyline, with more books to follow. Make sure you read Shopaholic Takes Manhattan, Shopaholic Ties the Knot, and Shopaholic and Sister. Along with all other Sophie Kinsella books, well worth it!
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A whole new meaning to shop till you drop
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Reader reviewed by Val

I loved this book! You will want to laugh and pull yur hair out at the same time when you read this book. I foudnit so amusing we Rebecca gets caught in her lies but it gets a bt annoying after a while because you just want to go into the bookand sake some sense into her literally. I wanted to scream when she spent her money on stuff instad of svaing it to pay off her debt but I was pleased with how t ended not to cliche i mean her problems don't go away but the theme that were allhuman and we all have faults really made this book a favorite of mine.
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For teenage girls
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Reader reviewed by Emily

If you're a girl between the ages of 13 and 17, love shopping, and have never read anything in the "chicklit" genre, read this. It's a great story for a light summer day, and much better than most of the chicklit out there. It's a good way to clear your mind of academics or issues with friends. An endearingly predictable romantic comedy.
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Light, Fun Read
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Reader reviewed by Ronni

It was easy to fall in love with Rebecca Bloomwood; she reminded me so much of myself; obsessed with material things, especially using shopping as a form of escape. The debt, the rationalization--it was way too easy to identify with her. Some of her tactics were over the top, and I didn't like that she lied so much, but that's what makes her loveable. She's real.

All in all, a fun read and my favorite one by Sophie Kinsella.
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