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All Eyes on Her
As a junior associate at the most-sought-after marital mediation and divorce boutique in Beverly Hills, Monica is part mediator, part lawyer, part marriage therapist and all celebrity babysitter. She's so good at her job that she's handling the firm's superstar clients Cameron and Lydia Johnson—Hollywood It couple Camydia. Although things would be easier if the only other female associate would stop sabotaging her career, and if the drama queen she refers to as mother wasn't moving back home!
When the latest Camydia scandal breaks wide open, it's time for Monica to save the day, to don her Prada cape and matching bag, then wreak havoc on her offi ce rival and run circles around the paparazzi.
Everyone's watching to see what Monica will do… hey, are those claws on that French manicure?
When the latest Camydia scandal breaks wide open, it's time for Monica to save the day, to don her Prada cape and matching bag, then wreak havoc on her offi ce rival and run circles around the paparazzi.
Everyone's watching to see what Monica will do… hey, are those claws on that French manicure?
331 pages, Paperback
First published March 1, 2005
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April 22, 2008
I feel as if the book lost the real meaning of what she was trying to portray. But overall, a fun easy read.
August 22, 2016
I have read another selection by Poona Sharma (Girl Most Likely To)and loved it. I just coudn't seem to get into the groove of this one.
March 18, 2012
My thoughts: First thing, the cover--awesome! Second thing, the beginning--boring! I had a really hard time getting into it at the start of the book, so much, in fact, that it almost made me wish that the last user had torn out the first several pages (like in the last book I read.) But, alas, I was forced to read about the boring details of Hollywood celebrity couples and their "scandals." Big, fat yawn.
There was also a back-and-forth rhythm between Monica's past and present, which I found okay--a bit unnecessary at times but okay. I definitely did not like the author's tendency to drone on and on and on and on and on like an old wind bag. My goodness, enough is enough! Get to the point already!
Now, normally, with a book this dull, I would''ve chucked the whole thing in the recycling bin before reaching the thirtieth page. But I like to give a book a second chance, because, in my experience, some books have started off slow but then, all of a sudden, got interesting towards the middle. And I'm glad I stuck this one out, because, to my own surprise, this one got interesting as well.
The story really took a turn for the better when our star, Monica, takes initiative and seeks out vengeance on her office adversary, Stefanie. But that's not all. You become more intrigued when, out of the blue, her old flame, Alex, comes strolling back into town and winds up being one of her new clients. And this was all stuff that should've been in the previews.
What I liked about Monica was her stubborn independence. She was engaged but didn't wear a ring. At least, not on her finger anyway; she wore it on a chain around her neck (like a noose, as described by her fiance.) She wants to keep her own name and often wonders "why guys are such chicks?" I can totally relate!
It seems like everyone is out to get Monica, it seems like everyone is watching her every move. My god her own mother set up her on a prank live on a reality TV show!
Also, why does Monica feel like she has to fix everyone's problems? It didn't feel like it was just part of her job as a private celebrity consultant.
I also liked the little Indian myths and old wives' tales--all of which just makes a woman think. Actually, this book sort've reminded me of the stories written by Latina author, Margo Candela, who has often claimed that she writes "smart, witty women's fiction." And that's sort've what I got from this novel. Although I wasn't completely satisfied with the ending, it did leaving me thinking about my own behaviors as one of the female species.
So, the moral of this post is: Don't give up on a book too soon.
There was also a back-and-forth rhythm between Monica's past and present, which I found okay--a bit unnecessary at times but okay. I definitely did not like the author's tendency to drone on and on and on and on and on like an old wind bag. My goodness, enough is enough! Get to the point already!
Now, normally, with a book this dull, I would''ve chucked the whole thing in the recycling bin before reaching the thirtieth page. But I like to give a book a second chance, because, in my experience, some books have started off slow but then, all of a sudden, got interesting towards the middle. And I'm glad I stuck this one out, because, to my own surprise, this one got interesting as well.
The story really took a turn for the better when our star, Monica, takes initiative and seeks out vengeance on her office adversary, Stefanie. But that's not all. You become more intrigued when, out of the blue, her old flame, Alex, comes strolling back into town and winds up being one of her new clients. And this was all stuff that should've been in the previews.
What I liked about Monica was her stubborn independence. She was engaged but didn't wear a ring. At least, not on her finger anyway; she wore it on a chain around her neck (like a noose, as described by her fiance.) She wants to keep her own name and often wonders "why guys are such chicks?" I can totally relate!
It seems like everyone is out to get Monica, it seems like everyone is watching her every move. My god her own mother set up her on a prank live on a reality TV show!
Also, why does Monica feel like she has to fix everyone's problems? It didn't feel like it was just part of her job as a private celebrity consultant.
I also liked the little Indian myths and old wives' tales--all of which just makes a woman think. Actually, this book sort've reminded me of the stories written by Latina author, Margo Candela, who has often claimed that she writes "smart, witty women's fiction." And that's sort've what I got from this novel. Although I wasn't completely satisfied with the ending, it did leaving me thinking about my own behaviors as one of the female species.
So, the moral of this post is: Don't give up on a book too soon.
June 14, 2017
All Eyes On Her
Authored by Poonam Sharma
‘Revenge is sweet but sabotage is more entertaining’
With a blurb like this, you pick up this book, and look forward to an entertaining tale of revenge and mischief – a bit like a ‘chick-lit’ novel.
This is definitely a light, airy novel, dealing with the life of a young girl of Indian origin, living in Los Angeles and working with a law firm which deals with celebrity clients. Somehow it reminds you of ‘The Devil Wears Prada’, for there are many references to brand names, and high society going-ons, even though it is based on the legal fraternity rather than the fashion writing industry.
This is Poonam Sharma’s second novel. She acknowledges it ‘To the females who have made my difficult, because you taught me how to protect myself and, incidentally, gave me another idea for a book’. With an acknowledgement like that she strikes a chord with most women, and specially the ones who work in an office!
The story meanders through the life of Monica Gupta, her efforts to deal with Camydia – her firm’s superstar clients, and her efforts to deal with her on-off relationship with Raj, her Indian boyfriend.
What sets this book apart from the other novels written by Indian authors living in the US, is that the Indianness of the protagonist is not emphasized too much. It is just one facet of her personality, the rest of the time she is dealing with all the problems that most young single females living in the US do. She has her relationship issues, her family issues, and problems with difficult colleagues.
Poonam Sharma does not seek to produce intense brooding books, she hopes to entertain us and keep us enthralled with the lives of her characters. She writes well, her control over the language is flawless, and the fact that it makes for easy reading is one of the book’s assets.
Read this book to enjoy the time you spend with it, because it is definitely an enjoyable story
Authored by Poonam Sharma
‘Revenge is sweet but sabotage is more entertaining’
With a blurb like this, you pick up this book, and look forward to an entertaining tale of revenge and mischief – a bit like a ‘chick-lit’ novel.
This is definitely a light, airy novel, dealing with the life of a young girl of Indian origin, living in Los Angeles and working with a law firm which deals with celebrity clients. Somehow it reminds you of ‘The Devil Wears Prada’, for there are many references to brand names, and high society going-ons, even though it is based on the legal fraternity rather than the fashion writing industry.
This is Poonam Sharma’s second novel. She acknowledges it ‘To the females who have made my difficult, because you taught me how to protect myself and, incidentally, gave me another idea for a book’. With an acknowledgement like that she strikes a chord with most women, and specially the ones who work in an office!
The story meanders through the life of Monica Gupta, her efforts to deal with Camydia – her firm’s superstar clients, and her efforts to deal with her on-off relationship with Raj, her Indian boyfriend.
What sets this book apart from the other novels written by Indian authors living in the US, is that the Indianness of the protagonist is not emphasized too much. It is just one facet of her personality, the rest of the time she is dealing with all the problems that most young single females living in the US do. She has her relationship issues, her family issues, and problems with difficult colleagues.
Poonam Sharma does not seek to produce intense brooding books, she hopes to entertain us and keep us enthralled with the lives of her characters. She writes well, her control over the language is flawless, and the fact that it makes for easy reading is one of the book’s assets.
Read this book to enjoy the time you spend with it, because it is definitely an enjoyable story
September 17, 2008
Vague trite attempt at multiculturalism (Indian girl's true love is with a white boy, not her "perfect" Indian boyfriend. Best Friend/Cousin (also Indian) is married to a nice Jewish boy.), I'm not terribly sure what the hell this book is about. Is about her identity of being an Indian woman in predominately white male field? Nope. Is it about the search for what makes her happy? Nope. Is it about blended families? Nope. Is it about growing up and/or finding one's self? Er nope. It is, succinctly, a mess. You can't root for the character, you aren't sure if you love her or hate her, there are no real villians in the piece, so what's the point?
Good question.
Good question.
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September 12, 2008
Really like Sharma's first book, but this attempt at a second novel really disappointed me. Not much of a plot, the characters were not likable and I never did figure out the point of the book. I kept waiting for something to happen, for there to be a purpose to the story, but nothing ever did.
May 17, 2008
Wharton folks, this is Poonam's newest book! It's on my shelf (or rather on my nightstand table) to read - a review by Dr. K when I finish!!
February 9, 2009
I loved this book. Monica is a great character and I really enjoyed reading about her dramas.
October 4, 2010
One of the better chick lit books I've read
January 11, 2014
Not very good. I threw it out after I finished it.
December 28, 2017
I hated it from the moment i started it. couln't get what was poonam trying to convey or bring forth.......!!!
July 3, 2020
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It's a hundred times better than her first novel. And the ending isn't at all predictable. I didn't expect her to end up happily SINGLE at the conclusion of a chick-lit novel!! That was truly not expected. She's single, happy with her profession, and already winking at a potential new guy!! And here I thought she would end up with Alex!!
The last couple of chapters were more slapstick than I'm comfortable with...the "comedic" end of a particularly stereotypical romcom. But other than that, it was okay. The story was complex enough to keep my interest.
More than anything else, it's a nice change of pace to have a chick-lit end with the woman still single, and convincingly happy with her single status.
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It's a hundred times better than her first novel. And the ending isn't at all predictable. I didn't expect her to end up happily SINGLE at the conclusion of a chick-lit novel!! That was truly not expected. She's single, happy with her profession, and already winking at a potential new guy!! And here I thought she would end up with Alex!!
The last couple of chapters were more slapstick than I'm comfortable with...the "comedic" end of a particularly stereotypical romcom. But other than that, it was okay. The story was complex enough to keep my interest.
More than anything else, it's a nice change of pace to have a chick-lit end with the woman still single, and convincingly happy with her single status.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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