Betty C.

Few debut novels are as assured and accomplished as Sapphire's Push. The story of a young, African-American girl's coming-of-age in the Harlem projects in the era of AIDS, it is a searing indictment of a society that would rather forget its poorest citizens. The book follows Precious, an obese teenager that is trying to navigate hope and a future between being a teenage mother against her will and abusive parents that are keen on destroying her. Despite the odds, Precious breaks free to make a life of her own within the system but without it's baggage, but unfortunately by then it's too late for her to correct the past she's left behind.

Bridget Jones is a thirty-something singleton who decides to take control of her life by recording her encounters with the opposite sex and her eating and drinking habits in a diary.

The result is a hilarious and touching account of one woman's search for self-improvement and love in 1990s London.

Bridget Jones's Diary is an immensely likeable book. It's funny, poignant and, above all, relatable.

Few women will be able to read it without seeing themselves in Bridget's shoes at some point. And that is perhaps the book's greatest strength.

Helen Fielding has created a character that readers can't help but root for, despite her many flaws. Bridget is an everywoman and her trials and tribulations will strike a chord with anyone who has ever tried (and failed) to change their life for the better.

The book is also very well written. Fielding has a sharp eye for detail and a keen ear for dialogue, both of which are on display in Bridget's diary entries.

All in all, Bridget Jones's Diary is a highly enjoyable read. It's funny, moving and, above all, relatable. If you're looking for a book that will make you laugh and make you think, then this is it.

Many people love to read books about the fashion world, and one of the most famous is The Devil Wades Prada. The title comes from the poem ‘The Devil Went Down to Georgia' and refers to the devil's apprenticing a new devil. The name also alludes to a prada bag, which is a shoulder bag often carried by women. The novel is about a reporter who becomes her subject's assistant and learns some amazing things about the fashion world. For fashionistas, the setting for The Devil Wears Prada is in a realistic portrayal of the fashion world. It takes place in New York City at an advertising agency called ‘Prada.' Everyone at the company works very hard and is driven by success. They live in Union Square and are friendly with one another but competitive with one another. One of the highlights of this book is seeing how their personalities affect their work life.

One thing that helps set this novel apart from others about the fashion world is how it illustrates the various personalities found in this industry. The characters in this book all have distinct qualities that help them succeed in the fashion world. Some of the notable ones include Donna Karan, the CEO; Andy ‘Ace' Adams, her deputy; and Rosemary Casey, the creative director. Each character has her strengths and weaknesses- and their interactions give us insight into how they interact with each other as well as with their customers. Andy Sachs, the main protagonist, embodies many of the negative aspects of the fashion world's culture. She's an attractive yet ruthless woman who belittles others and refuses to acknowledge her own mistakes. Readers learn that she's successful because she refuses to acknowledge her flaws or try to improve herself. Instead, she stays stuck in her own ways, which leads to her success but also to unhappiness.

This is a classic novel that people love because it shows how a young woman can climb up in a male-dominated field like fashion journalism. It also shows how some people can succeed without acknowledging or admitting when they're wrong. Anyone who's ever worked in any industry knows that it's not easy to be successful without making mistakes- but it's even harder if you're unwilling to try to improve yourself. Great book for fashionistas that need something more than Pret A Porter.

It should come as no surprise that I enjoyed reading Can You Keep A Secret by Sophie Kinsella. I had previously read and loved The Undomestic Goddess, so I had high hopes for this novel. I was not disappointed. Can You Keep A Secret is a fast-paced, witty read that will keep you entertained from beginning to end.

The story follows the life of Emma Corrigan, a young woman who works in marketing for a failing airline. Emma is what you would call a “people pleaser.” She always puts others first and is always willing to go above and beyond to help out. Emma's life is turned upside down when she finds herself seated next to a handsome stranger on a plane that is about to crash. In a moment of panic, Emma tells the stranger, who she later learns is Jack Harper, all of her deepest, darkest secrets.

Somehow, against all odds, the plane manages to land safely. Emma is relieved but also mortified that she revealed so much about herself to a complete stranger. She's even more mortified when she discovers that Jack is the CEO of her company.

As their relationship develops, Emma begins to realize that she doesn't have to be a people pleaser. She can be her own person and do what she wants to do. With the help of Jack, Emma starts to learn to stand up for herself and to live her life the way she wants to.

Can You Keep A Secret is a delightful read that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a light-hearted, fun novel.

This is the book that started my love of mysteries.

Carolyn Keene's The Secret Of The Old Clock is the first book in the Nancy Drew mystery series. The book was published in 1930 and was an instant success. It has been reprinted many times and is still popular with readers today. The book is set in the small town of River Heights. Nancy Drew is a sixteen-year-old girl who is very curious and loves to solve mysteries. She is asked to help her widowed father, Carson Drew, who is a lawyer, with a case. Mr. Drew is representing Luke Royce, an elderly man who is being accused of theft. Nancy is eager to help her father and sets out to solve the mystery. She is aided by her two best friends, Bess Marvin and George Fayne. Together they try to figure out who stole the clock from the old clock tower and why.

The book is fast-paced and exciting. It is well-written and suspenseful. Nancy is a likable and relatable character. The book is appropriate for ages eight and up and is a great book for anyone who loves mysteries. It is the perfect book for young readers who are just starting to read mysteries. It is sure to keep them entertained from beginning to end.