Wonderfully Witty and Charming!
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Famed psychologist Dr. R.D. Laing records conversations between himself, his two children (Adam and Natasha) and his wife Jutta. Brilliantly profound listening to the children speak their wisdom. The author points  out that nothing is tampered with in the conversations besides some  inadvertent ommissions. Also there are no after thoughts or annotations,  for he felt he would like that job to someone else. Funny and charming,  this book (although currently out of print)can make you appreciate children  more often, and listening to them a great deal more. A good companion to  Laing's 'Knots.' If you enjoyed this, I would also suggest Gregory  Bateson's 'Steps To An Ecology of Mind.'
2470909
This was a completely charming read. Useful, insightful and witty. I nodded my head numerous times and laughed twice as much as I thought I would reading a book of this genre. I highly recommend this book.
4213682
Hold on to your hats, ladies and gentlemen! Shelley, Ashley, Renee, Ethan and Mark are back in the sequel to Click, the aptly titled Double Click. Their circumstances have changed a little since we last met them- some are still looking for love, and others have found it- but they are the same funny, quirky, catty, lovable, close-knit clan. Ashley is having a baby, Renee is happily coupled up with Ethan, formerly known as "The Cuddler", Mark seems to have found "The One", and Shelley has a secret. Written in the same e-mail format as "Click" was, this eclectic group will work their way, via e-mail, through their various ups and downs, and they will work through them together.

I loved Double Click! If I had more time (darn working!! darn housework!!) I would have easily been able to devour it in one sitting. It was witty and charming, often romantic and funny, plus it made me appreciate my own friends even more! I will even admit to there being a tear or two in my eye at the end. Lisa Becker sure knows how to write a captivating ending! I've always enjoyed books written in e-mail format, and Becker stays true to form throughout the book, never wavering from proper e-mail format. That in itself made the whole thing feel like the conversations could actually be between real people! The situations felt realistic, and just like last time I found myself actually caring about and rooting for the characters.

My only complaints? It was too short!! I wanted more! It's not that Becker told an incomplete story, I just didn't want it to end. Also, I did find it hard to remember who was who at the beginning. It has been more than a year since I have read Click and I could have used some kind of a refresher. I did start remembering all of the characters and their various personality traits fairly soon in the story, but it took me a few pages!

Judging by the way that Double Click ended there will be a sequel. To that I say, bring it on! I can't wait! Double Click was a joy to read and an example of  how friendships can grow stronger as our life circumstances change, and I can't wait to find out what happens next!
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I absolutely loved this book. It's totally charming and funny, with wonderful diversity, and a fun twist that kept me guessing all the way up until it was revealed. The illustrations were really fun, and I loved the epistolary structure. It kind of made me want to get chickens, though I think I will be content with chicken-sitting for my neighbors from time to time, as I am unlikely to find chickens with magical powers. Highly recommended for a fun MG read!
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I love the warm, personal writing style of Lord David and his witty observations of daily life from his corner of Britain, tucked away in lovely Wales somewhere. He is a keen observer of human nature and is well equipped with that delicious British sense of humour that draws you in and keeps you reading, turning pages and chuckling as you go...

As you read this book (and now I'm eager to continue with the series), you can easily see Lord David's stories being written into a screenplay for a delightful comedy series on BBC. I hope someone there takes notice!
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The characters especially OVE were delightful and very clever keeping the reader involved.  The goodness and interaction of neighbors and various age groups was wonderful to experience in a book.  The clever character intermixing such that you could see them and hear them....especially the accents of various nationalities.  There was a whimsy that warmed my heart!
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Fabulous, fun and full of laughs! This memoir is written almost like a diary of individual stories, with insight as to what he author was thinking at the time, and also in hindsight.  The very first story is hillarious and it grabbed me and I didn't want to stop reading! Lots of good advice as personal growth unfolds....which transcends sexual orientation. The writing style is witty and clever.  Highly recommend!!!  Loved it !
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This is a truly delightful collection of adventures taken from author Lily Temmer's own life...and what fun, madcap adventures she's had!!  These short tales recount zany situations with over-the-top interesting characters (mostly real-life family members and friends).  It's more than just situational splendor, though.  It's the *way* the stories are written that brings a sense of whimsy and delight to the reader.  I laughed out loud many times - and imagined the scenes as if I were actually there.  It takes a skilled writer to experience a moment in time and capture the hilarity of it in words.  I can't wait until the next volume of stories emerges! (fingers crossed that there will be a second volume!)
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This book is honestly one of the most charming novels I've read in ages. Cilla is ridiculously funny at times (like, laugh out loud on the bus so other people give you looks funny) while addressing more complex issues like art, community, negotiating familial and cultural tensions, and subtle forms of racism. I can't wait to share this book with the kids around me!
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This ingenious and charming story is all about distant friends coming together! Wonderful wordplay and unique characters with heart. Fliess's text matches perfectly with Engel's whimsical illustrations. Highly recommended!
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I loved this first book and am already halfway through the series! Ms. Durham does an excellent job at creating rich characters you can visualize and follow along with. I found myself laughing at much of their witty comments and playful banter. Anabelle and her friends are characters you'll be thinking of sometime after you put the book down. This was a pleasant read with just the right amount of mystery, comedy, and romance. (I even feel that this could easily be on television!)
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Very enjoyable light read, and I love her humor and wit!
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I absolutely loved it! It was so witty and charming! A great love story.
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I enjoyed this charming novella with a perfect blend of witty, funny and sexy. This story is a spin-off of Duke of Sin and features Hippolyta Royle, who appeared in several Maiden Lane novels.  The wealthiest heiress in England, she is an intriguing character, discreet but haughty.

On a moonlit night, Hippolyta is on the run, tracked by the fox hounds of the Duke of Montgomery. Lost, drenched and covered in mud, she is rescued by Matthew Mortimer, the new earl of Paxton. Despite her prissy attitude, he mistakes her for a down-on-her-luck actress, or, even worse, a beggar or a whore. He doesnt believe a word she says but is unable to leave her in the lurch and offers to take her to London. What follows is a delightful travel diary, with the most unlikely animal companion.

Due to the novella format, the evolution of Hippolyta and Matthews relationship is rather instant and I would have enjoyed more story and character development. But the elegant writing style, the humor and the witty banter totally won me over. Matthew brings a lot of sexiness and sweetness to this story. He definitely is Hippolytas knight in shining armor! Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this romantic comedy and recommend it as a perfect summer read!

An advanced copy of this book was provided by the publisher, in exchange for an honest review.
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What a wonderful witty book! I laughed through out - the Duke is a funny guy especially for a Duke, some of the time anyway.

  The story is multi-layered and each layer gets better. Alex finds Roxanne so unforgettable but he needs a wife with a lot of money not poor Roxanne with her strange little dog besides she is a married woman.

  There are so many characters within this book. Alex's aunt and her footman, the other Dukes, their sisters and friends each have a few unusual thoughts and actions.

  I am curious to see who the next book is about LOL

  I have read a few not all of Ms Nash's books and been entertained by all. Looking forward to the next.
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I absolutely loved this! Though charmingly filled with classic vampire tropes, this book is both outrageously funny and refreshingly current.  A blending of the movie Jennifer's Body and the classic vampire tale Carmilla, this book has enough twists and turns (not to mention some wonderfully steamy scenes) to keep the reader on edge until the end.  It abounds with so many pop culture references that it makes my fangirl heart happy, and the dialogue is so fast paced and witty it's like a Gilmore Girls episode on lesbian steroids.  I very much look forward to what this author produces next!
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You will chuckle, giggle and laugh out loud.  Charming characters and delightful, witty dialogue.  Difficult to put down without reading just one more chapter!