Killing Monica

De: Candace Bushnell

Narrado por: Thérèse Plummer

This is the book fans of Candace Bushnell have been waiting for. From the author of Sex and the City, Lipstick Jungle, and The Carrie Diaries comes an addictive story about fame, love, and foolishness that will keep readers enthralled to the very last enticing scene.

Pandy "PJ" Wallis is a renowned writer whose novels about a young woman making her way in Manhattan have spawned a series of blockbuster films. After the success of the Monica books and movies, Pandy wants to attempt something different: a historical novel based on her ancestor Lady Wallis. But Pandy's publishers and audience only want her to keep cranking out more Monica-as does her greedy husband, Jonny, who's gone deeply in debt to finance his new restaurant in Las Vegas.

When her marriage crumbles and the boathouse of her family home in Connecticut goes up in flames, Pandy suddenly realizes she has an opportunity to reinvent herself. But to do so, she will have to reconcile with her ex-best friend and former partner in crime, SondraBeth Schnowzer, who plays Monica on the big screen-and who may have her own reasons to derail Pandy's startling change of plan.

In Killing Monica, Candace Bushnell spoofs and skewers her way through pop culture, celebrity worship, fame, and the meaning of identity. With her trademark humor and style, this is Bushnell's sharpest, funniest book to date

Skip this one even if you are a Bushnell fan

What disappointed you about Killing Monica?

The writing, character development and overall story line were just so dull and poorly written. The whole thing felt very contrived and the "twists" were overly drawn-out. The book never really picked up steam. In fact, towards the end I kept checking my progress to see how close I was to the end as I wanted it to be over but felt I had invested too much time to quit.

What could Candace Bushnell have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

Better character development and a simpler but more thoughtfully written story.

What character would you cut from Killing Monica?

Pandi - or at least less annoying towards the end. "Speak up already and quit dragging this thing out" is what I kept thinking by Chapter 17. Johnny Bellaga and PP for the same reasons - not only because the character was so typical/expected but because the narrator's interpretation was irritating.

Not a page turner

Despite a strong performance by the narrator, this book wasn't on a par with earlier novels by the author. Too many twists and turns simply for the sake of having twists and turns. Few went anywhere meaningful. Protagonist, aside from her quirky name, was not appealing and not nearly bright enough to care about. I could never really engage with anyone and was never totally sure who the actual bad guys were because all characters were hugely flawed. The attempted feminist theme was dated and flat. Sadly disappointed.

Disappointing...

What would have made Killing Monica better?

I was expecting a story as engaging as Bushnell's other books but couldn't get through 2 hours of this story. .

What three words best describe Therese Plummer’s performance?

She is a good narrator.

Not a Good Listen

Sophomoric. Let's just say humor is difficult to write well. I couldn't wait for it to be over.

disappointed

Not the Authors best. could not get into the book, ending was silly. disappointed in this title.

Fantastic

I enjoyed reading the book as well as listening to the narrator it was a wonderful book I wish it was another series to this book I wish I could have had a chance to see if Pandy new book took off flight

Truly terrible

Probably the worst book/performance I have ever purchased

This is a dreadful thing. Do not put yourself through it. Not only is the story stupid, the characters badly drawn, the writing lazy, but also the reader has a really annoying manner of telling the story. If you quite like Candace Bushnell, as I do, you will be bitterly disappointed.

Fun, quick read

First off, what a great title...

Funny, light-hearted story involving delightfully wealthy, boozy, sort of trashy (in a good way :P ) women (and couples) living in New York City.

I liked Lipstick Jungle (by the same author) more than Killing Monica, but this is still definitely worth reading.

Can't wait for your next book, Candace!

Not worth it.

don't waste your time or money. Can't believe I actually listened to the whole thing. Just kept thinking it has to get better. it didnt.

Disappointing

I'm very surprised that Candace Bushnell wrote such a stupid female character. It was very frustrating