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Georgia Carvalho
Oct 15, 2013 rated it really liked it  ·  review of another edition
I really enjoyed this novel and its epistolary format. Although the main character is neurotic and acid, but she is also extremely intelligent and quite, quite funny. I thoroughly enjoyed unraveling the mystery of Bernadette's disappearance. The only fly in the ointment was the husband's character, way too absorbed by his work to give any time to his family. ...more
Kelli
Jan 01, 2020 rated it it was amazing  ·  review of another edition
This book stands up to its popular reputation. Funny yes but some great social commentary is woven throughout the story. I’m so glad I didn’t let it’s popularity deter me from reading this book. Topic for discussion in my opinion would be whether or not this book has a happy ending ? My guess is that opinions will differ.
Martha
Nov 19, 2014 rated it really liked it  ·  review of another edition
My Reading Bingo choice for a Funny Book. It was a lot of fun to read. Gnats, what a word! I related to Bernadette a bit. : )
Kay Green
Apr 13, 2013 rated it really liked it  ·  review of another edition
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This book was fun, interesting, unique, occasionally laugh out loud and had a great mother daughter relationship. Loved it.
Jenny
Aug 17, 2017 rated it liked it  ·  review of another edition
Refreshingly different. A smart writer. I'd like to read more by her. ...more
Lori
I really liked this quirky, funny story. . .definitely a good summer book to read!
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Terry
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Laura
Apr 08, 2013 marked it as not-for-me  ·  review of another edition
Dawn
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Sabina
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Elena
Feb 12, 2014 rated it it was amazing  ·  review of another edition
Lisa
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Martha
Nov 17, 2015 rated it liked it  ·  review of another edition
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Kemlo
Aug 11, 2016 rated it really liked it  ·  review of another edition
Shelves: fiction, humor
Jenna
Oct 05, 2016 rated it really liked it  ·  review of another edition
Michelle
Nov 22, 2016 rated it really liked it  ·  review of another edition
Curlysue
Oct 11, 2017 marked it as to-read  ·  review of another edition