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Confessions of a Shopaholic

Sophie Kinsella
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Confessions of a Shopaholic

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000

Book Brief

Sophie Kinsella

Confessions of a Shopaholic

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 2000s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Confessions of a Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella follows Becky Bloomwood, a young woman in London during the 1990s who works as a journalist but struggles with severe debt due to her shopping addiction. As her financial situation spirals, she explores side jobs and potential relationships, including a businessman named Luke. Ultimately, Becky begins to take responsibility for her finances while seeking new professional opportunities.

Humorous

Playful

Romantic

Emotional

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

3.9

774,791 ratings

60%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Confessions of a Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella is a humorous and engaging novel about a young woman's adventures in shopping and financial trouble. Readers found the protagonist likable and the plot entertaining. However, some critics felt the repetitive nature of the shopping escapades made the story predictable. Overall, it’s a light and fun read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Confessions of a Shopaholic?

A reader who enjoys Confessions of a Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella is likely interested in light-hearted, humorous tales of personal growth. They would appreciate witty, relatable escapades in the vein of Helen Fielding's Bridget Jones's Diary and Candace Bushnell's Sex and the City.

3.9

774,791 ratings

60%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 2000s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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