For the past 3 years or so, I have headed up a neighborhood book group. We have read all kinds of books, from "Twilight" to "Jane Eyre" to "The Help." We've covered sad books, cheerful books, old books, new books, crappy books, and confusing books. It's fantastic. When it comes time to figure out what we're reading next, we all throw titles out, and we come up with a list for the next few months. I have suggested "Angus, Thongs, and Full-Frontal Snogging" every time, and I've gotten some looks. Yes, it sounds like a naughty, horrible book. And in the 3 years of books, we still haven't done it for book group. Until this month. I put my foot down. I became an evil dictator for a minute and told the ladies in book group that we are reading it. This is why:
1. It's winter (despite what the beautiful weather might tell you). Christmas is over. We are done looking forward to all the delicious and naughty and guilt-free eating. Now comes January and February, where we look down at our tummies and think of all that guilt-free eating and feel guilty and a little bummed at all the exercise that's ahead of us. Don't you think it's the right time for a pick-me-up? What's better than the musings of a 14-year-old British girl?
2. It's freakin' hilarious. There are some who will read it, roll their eyes, and say to themselves, "What was Rachel thinking?" It may not be for everyone. But I haven't met those people yet. I'm not saying everyone in book group will love it. But it's so stinking funny. So it's hard for me to imagine people not liking it.
3. There's a British/American glossary in the back. And it will add to your vocabulary. You can learn phrases like "double cool with knobs!"
4. It's important to try new books. So try it.
Book group is January 31st at 8:15 at my house. Come share why you were glad you read it.
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I'll be there.
Wouldn't it be so fun if I actually did come? I LOVE these books. I would do this for my own book club except that I think nearly everyone in the group has already read it because I have practically shoved them in their hands. I'm so glad you put your foot down. You have done the world a great service.
okay you haved peaked my interest. Only problem, going to a book club might mean being social which seems to be a struggle for me for some reason. Oh, never mind, Its my kids birthday that day...whew. But I still might read it. Mostly because the title is catchy.
Okay...you have me wondering now what this book is all about! I have a feeling I will like it, so count me in. :)
I lurve Georgia! Everyone should read this series, unless they are opposed to laughing so hard sprite shoots out their nose...my only bit of advice is to not read them in public! Wish I could be there!
am i still welcome if i don't read it. haven't read since baby was born, odds aren't good that i'll get around to it, but I need to get out!
Karina, you better be there.
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