One Fifth Avenue by Candace Bushnell
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Book Reviews of One Fifth Avenue
Book Review: Bushnell does it again!
Summary: 5 Stars
Candace Bushnell is a genius in this medium. She is a wonderful literary talent who mixes comedy with dark drama in the most interesting of New York settings. ONE FIFTH is a comedy that both New Yorkers and Americans alike can relate to as the tenants of this grand building trample over each other when some try to reach their way to the top of the social scale and buy what is certainly one of the best penthouses in NYC's famous Greenwhich village. Where the fervent Bushnell fans will be delighted to see familar-type faces; the young Lola Fabrikant, the gorgeous actress Schiffer Diamond, that everyone wishes they were. New readers will maybe find a bit of themselves in the reserved but intelligent character of Annalisa or the overachiever, Mindy Gooch, who just never finds happiness, no matter how much she has accomomplished. ONE FIFTH is surely one of the most revelent books on the shelves right now and the best thing about it is, it's a damn good read. TSBook Review: Such an enjoyable book!
Summary: 5 Stars
I was a bit hesitant to read One Fifth Avenue, having been really disappointed by Lipstick Jungle. I'm so glad I took the chance, though. The best surprise was that, unlike LJ, I really loved these characters. I sometimes find Bushnell's characters unlikeable - the women seem to be super-power-hungry and the men are useless, and their points of view are rendered unworthy of exploration. In One Fifth Avenue, though, I found all of the women to be characters I cared about and liked, and I was impressed to see all of the points of views - men and women - equally explored. The plot took a lot of turns, but they all had a reason and I was never left wondering "what the heck??" after a chapter. Everything flowed seamlessly together, and the storylines wove in and out easily and understandably.
It's a quick and easy read, but still manages to pull out emotions for the characters. Definitely a recommended read!
Book Review: The Best One by Candace Bushnell
Summary: 5 Stars
I will admit that I am a big fan of Sex and the City, but not such a big fan of all Bushnell's books since. As a matter of fact, I didn't like them very much. This one changed my point-of-view of Bushnell. I loved it! The twists and turns I did not see coming. The characters were so much fun. You really never knew what they would do next. Every character had an agenda, and their priorities in life. I like that the building was very much a character, as well, and how ruthless all the characters were to get into the building and stay in the building. I listened to this one on CD and would highly recommend. This one is perfect for someone who wants an enjoyable read that actually has a bit more depth than one would expect and lots and lots of fun!!! I would personally love to see this one made into a movie.Book Review: NYC Girl
Summary: 5 Stars
Candace Bushnell still has it! Her latest depiction of life in the big apple is fresh and witty. Her ability to portray characters shines in ONE FIFTH AVE. Everyone wants to move up and live in the Penthouse, especially in such a glamorous building as One Fifth. Perhaps the biggest social climber or money conscious character is Lola. A 22 year old bratzilla, spoiled by her parents, moves to New York looking for fame. She ends up with more than she bargins for as she begins to date a much older man. She serves as a stark contrast for the older characters in the book, who have earned their place in One Fith. So many story plots and twists, I was left wanting more.
Buy it now before your friends tell you the ending!
Book Review: Candy for the Mind
Summary: 5 Stars
I am coming to the end of this book and find myself reading slower and slower because I don't want the story to be done. I think this is a fairly well-written comedy-of-manners and I agree with the comparisons other reviewers have made to the style of Edith Wharton. It's light, interesting, and feels a bit like candy for the mind. I think it would make a great movie and also has enough meat in it to sustain as a television series. I recommend the book highly. If you are anticipating taking a long airline flight or sitting on a beach somewhere, it will pass the time most enjoyably.