Snarky, Snide, and oh so Smart!
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I laughed over and over at the snide sarcastic speech through out this book. I loved how it kept me reading. It was very clear how it would end from the beginning but I enjoyed the ride thoroughly! This is worth the read. And I am beginning book 2 (Blood Rites (The Grey Wolves Series #2))and have already purchased book 3 (Just One Drop, Book 3 in the Grey Wolves Series) in anticipation of loving book 2.

I will undoubtedly follow this author, Quinn Loftis.  She is witty, snarky, and smart! I LOVE IT!
4807987
I think this book tries to be a little cute in its "100 Mandatory Maxims to Metamorphose into the Most Learned of Thinkers," and some of these "mandatory maxims" are complete hogwash, but I still can't help myself.  I LOVE books like this- the kind of book that offers a little bit about a lot of things.  Nick Kolakowski's voice as an author is approachable and friendly, and that makes this book a really fun and informative read.  His underlying message is to be yourself, only more "intellectual."  If you didn't go to Harvard, that's fine!  Don't pretend to like opera if you don't, but DO understand it!  Be willing to laugh at yourself.  Be willing to learn new things- even if it's a little bit about a lot of things.  Be willing to relate to people, because it does little good to become an intellectual if nobody can stand to be around you because you're so insufferably full of your own intellect!
4328356
I am loving this book! Hannah's descriptive, conversational and narrative writing style keeps it funny and interesting while she breaks down and explains things like brain chemistry and scientific stuff which I might shy away from if presented in a 'dryer' manner. She breaks down personality into 5 basic factors: Neuroticism, Extraversion, Agreeableness, Conscientiousness, and Openness, each with it's own facets. Each facet 'chapter' starts with a simple 3 question quiz which gives you an idea where you fall in the scale and then goes on to explain how this trait works as part of personality and why it might be useful from an evolutionary perspective.

In one section she asks "Imagine you're on an airplane that crashes in the jungle (no injuries, of course.) Who do you want to hang out with? the Neurotics who stay near the familiar airplane licking salt out of the empty pretzel bags? Or the impulsives who venture forth, picking strange fruit and taking that first bite? Do you want to hitch your fate to the guy who has the discipline to start a fire by grinding one damp stick against a damp piece of wood? Or would you rather follow the one who seems to notice every creak, snuffle, and snort in the forest?"

Who knew a book about brain-science could be fun, funny, smart and really engaging all at the same time?
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I laughed...I cried...Ok so maybe it wasn't THAT dramatic, but it certainly was extremely entertaining and very intelligent and will no doubt spurn many great debates. Those who dare think of themselves as intellectuals, will assuredly find the iconoclastic, think-outside-the-box flavor an irresistible treat!

The perfect choice for Book Club or Holiday Gift!
1195422
Ah, geez, I loved it.  If you can't identify with the following quote (and find the humor in it), don't torment yourself by reading this book.  "If [this] satanic sprinkling of redundant apostrophes causes no little gasp of horror or quickening of the pulse, you should probably put down this book at once."  So, of course I loved it.  In the first few lines of the Introduction, she hit upon one of my pet peeves - the idiotic tendency of 'some people' to create plurals by adding an apostrophe-s.

My punctuation instincts are pretty good already, but did I learn anything?  Absolutely!  And I laughed all the while.
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Nell Zink is a very clever, succinct, and well read author with an enormous breadth of information about everything and anything you can imagine. I was enthralled by her writing style and content, and found myself looking up many of her references and wanting to explore them. She has a great grasp of fresh slang too, and uses it with perfect aplomb. I found myself laughing along with her during her sexual escapades and I wish more women authors were as blunt, honest, and self aware in their writing. I can't wait to read Mislaid and I hope there is a lot more where this came from!
4565495
I had so much fun reading this! Cooper reminded me of a "This American Life" contributor--a touch of Sedaris, perhaps--only he's more curmudgeonly, athletic, and hetero. His thoughtful, hilarious quips (did he really just say that?) play well against the self-effacing, frank, and quiet insights of a dad slammed into his new identity of Parent. As a childless person, the majority of whose friends are all kid-ified, I sped through the chapters--each new anecdote would lift a whole new backpack full of my own fears of someday becoming a mom myself. Yes, Cooper tells us, you can have a child and still have selfish thoughts, make mistakes, and cling to what you enjoy about your life, and despite everything you will love so many unexpected things about this new person you have welcomed into your home. Parenthood can be a terrifying thing, but it's survivable. And funny. And full of warm moments. And, on top of it all, you can still down a forty with your pals here and there, or whatever your own guilty pleasure might be.
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This is my first Jen Lancaster book so bear with me as this may be applicable to all Jen's books (which I am presently putting in my Amazon wish list!).

This book is not for the faint of heart. Jen Lancaster is sometimes crude, often offensive and ALWAYS hilarious. But, beware to anyone who is easily offended. Jen is blunt, to the point and actually motivating me to go to the gym and eat healthy (with the occasional excuse provided directly from one of Jen's e-mails to her friends). I think of this as smart humor. I love the footnotes. The self-deprication is so familiar I feel as if I am having a conversation with one of my best girlfriends.

Highly reccommended for smart, self-depricating, professionals. Not recommended for those who cannot readily laugh at themselves :-)
4573027
Upper class suburbia voyeurism in a snarky tone, and bonus! ..,excellent word choices!  A lot of stories, hits and misses, but even the misses are entertaining.
3428340
Deadly buzz - a riotous 4 star read! I really enjoyed this one and the banter and snarky dialogue was brilliant. Being as I am a born and bred Dubliner the cursing, piss-taking, sarcasm and name-calling was right up my street! Teenage main characters are not usually my cup of tea but I was so engaged in the character interactions and backstory I have been converted. This is a very entertaining read and if you like snappy snarky argumentative dialogue, this is really for you. I can't wait to visit with the Slater brothers and Murphy sisters once more - hopefully very soon... Alec's story in book two of the series will be an automatic buy for me. Congrats on a very entertaining debut novel and wishing you continued success.
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What a funny-smart book! I was expecting the laughter (I had read an excerpt and laughed out loud more than once) but was happily surprised by all of the not-shoved-in-your-face insights and thoughtfulness. The author is candid and self-revealing in a refreshing way. I loved falling in love with her! Reading The Anti-Officer was, for me, a lot like spending quality time with a fantastic friend who is mostly different from me while being foundationally similar. I will certainly read more from Sonja Landis!
4288641
Finally, Bridgett & her beau's story. It's short and sweet, with a side of snark!  I love these characters. They are earthier than most, and independent. Their vulnerability showcased how insecurity and life's setbacks can get in the way of what is needed. It is an entertaining and fun read, and reveals what happens to Bridgett's love life. Again yay!
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Ever since the day the internet blew up with its praise for this book, I've been curious if it was really as good as everyone was saying it is. And it was!
Never taking herself too seriously, these wonderful little windows into Suburban life kept me giggling throughout the entire book!
If you're "put off" by the concept of reading a book of Haiku, don't be. After all, this is NOT your Freshman English class Haiku, but three-lined portals into how a reluctant Soccer Mom gets it done.
If you like intelligent humor, you'll love this!
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K. Cooper Ray has really hit the nail on the head with this witty little tome. The whole thing reminds me of watching a Whit Stillman film, quite fun and cleverly nuanced.  The main character is intriguing and his misadventurer give credence to the author's knowledge of the New York social scene.  I love that David Patrick Columbia of the New York Social Diary appears as recurring character at the various fetes described.  I can't wait to see where this thing goes, so, please, Mr. Ray, don't keep us waiting too long!
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FUN!  that's the word for this book - fun with a touch of snark.  The self deprecating heroine - who knows that romance books give a one sided view of the world of love/dating, the hero who thinks romance books are tripe - all caught up in their very own romance book!  the description of the fans  is spot on, I really loved the Roid model as well.  For a fun and well written read, a little levity and brain candy - get this!
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I really enjoyed this book.  It was smart, funny, snarky but had heart.  The characters were likable but not clichd and it wasn't a chore to spend a few hours reading about them.  The author does a nice job of blending the work lives of the characters with their personal lives in a way that feels natural and normal and the characters felt very well-rounded.

Some of the characters from prior books by Julie James appeared, but not in an intrusive or forced way.  They were simply ancillary characters to this story and it was nice to have them around again.

I'm looking forward to more books by Julie James!
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I've been following Snarky's blog for awhile now, and when a blog comes out, it's almost better than a new carton of Phish Food FroYo.  I dive in and only come up for air after I've read it.  I was excited about the book, and I couldn't wait to download it to my Kindle.  I opened the book, yelled at my husband that I'd be unavailable, and locked my door to enjoy uninterrupted Snarky Time.  I was not disappointed!

I laughed out loud so many times that my kids were starting to worry that I'd finally tipped the scales to legally insane.  You might see a familiar tale or two from the blog, but they are breathed fresh with new details, characters, and plotlines.  This is definitely a new piece of "fiction", and you will enjoy every snarky second.