Remember Me? by Sophie Kinsella
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Book Reviews of Remember Me?
Book Review: Not What I Was Expecting
Summary: 4 Stars
I've read most of the Shopaholic books, so I was naturally expecting "Remember Me?" to be a funny book. Surprisingly, it isn't. I don't think I laughed at all. The story is kind of flat. Even though the premise of the book is intriguing--the main character has a car accident and loses all memory of the last three years--not a whole lot happens. Also, the characters are hard to relate to. I love Becky Bloomwood of the Shopaholic series because she's quirky and naive. Lexi Smart, the title character in "Remember Me?," is not nearly as well drawn as Becky. I couldn't really relate to her, or to any of the characters. While her gorgeous, millionaire husband turns out to be not-so-perfect, I couldn't see what drew her to Jon. He's a nice guy, I presume, but he comes across as flat, like everyone else in this book.
But despite these misgivings, I'm giving this book 4 Stars because I think Sophie Kinsella is a very talented writer. I also give her a lot of credit for not wrapping up all the loose ends and for not turning this into a happily-ever-after fairy tale.
Book Review: Another great Kinsella read
Summary: 4 Stars
I have been a fan of Sophie Kinsella for years, ever since her Shopaholic books found their way into my life. They were my first experience with Chick Lit, and continue to be the books I use when trying to explain the genre to someone who has no clue.
That being said, Remember Me? was another Kinsella hit. I was a bit skeptical of the plot - a woman who has lost her memory, forced to figure out what has gone on in the past three years and survive the life she created. It sounded as though I would be able to guess the plot changes, but I was pleasantly surprised. Kinsella did a good job of adding in slight twists that urged me to continue reading (rather than assume the same old same old would be happening). I love her writing style, and the ending left me satisfied without being totally predictable. The character development was pretty good, though I did question how quickly some of the previous "friends" changed their attitudes - I haven't been in that particular situation, though, so I can't judge it too much.
Book Review: predictable fun
Summary: 4 Stars
Remember Me? by Sophie Kinsella, author of the popular shopaholic series, is a fun fast read for the ladies. Kinsella describes the premise for the book...what if you woke up and didn't recognize your life? What if you lost three years of memory--and everything had changed in that time?
The novel follows Lexi, who at one moment is commiserating with her friends about her dead end job and loser boyfriend, then, after a fall down the stairs, wakes up with a life where she is married to a handsome man and is a ruthless manager making the big bucks. Much like the TV show Samantha Who, the story is very unbelievable, but the characters are great and the fun lies in Lexi's quest to figure out just how she got to where she is today.
Recommended for fans of Shopaholic, Emily Giffin, Janet Evanovich, and The Devil Wears Prada.
Book Review: "I wish I got off that couch and did what she's done" read
Summary: 4 Stars
Very positive fairy tale as always. I was travelling down the Nile and read "Remember me?" instead of bying women's magazines. Excellent substitute. There are many "he was dressed in this and she was dressed in that". A sort of "Devil wears Parada" concept of Cinderella turning into a Princess and then divorces the Prince. But in "Remember me?" Cinderella remarries.... another prince!
The plot brilliantly falls into the category of a "easy holiday women's read". The writing is great and gives you plenty of unexpected twists and turns, so you won't get bored. Requires no thinking but gives a lot of dreaming plots, like "I wish that happened to me". But not as good as shoppoholic.
Recommended for INFP types.
Book Review: A fun book to put a smile on your face
Summary: 4 Stars
This book was a lot of fun to read. Lexi was such a fun character who at first appears to have gotten the dream transformation. I know I always pictured myself losing two clothing sizes, having perfect teeth, a handsome husband and a career on the fast track. But this book really makes you think if that is what is most important. The relationship between Lexi and Eric was so dysfunctional it was funny and I was rooting for Jon the whole time. I'm glad Lexi ended up sticking it to all the jerks at her company in the end and only wish I could have seen their reaction after they found out what Lexi achieved. Definitely recommend this as a put a smile on your face read.