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I Don't Know How She Does It (Kate Reddy, #1)

Allison Pearson
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I Don't Know How She Does It (Kate Reddy, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003

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Allison Pearson

I Don't Know How She Does It (Kate Reddy, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

337

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • 2000s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

I Don't Know How She Does It by Allison Pearson follows Kate Reddy, a working mother in London, as she juggles her career in finance with the demands of raising children. This realistic portrayal highlights the challenges and pressures faced by a modern woman striving to balance professional and personal responsibilities.

Reviews & Readership

3.7

23,805 ratings

46%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

20%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Allison Pearson's I Don't Know How She Does It is widely praised for its witty, relatable portrayal of a working mother's chaotic life. Readers appreciate the humor and authenticity. However, some critique it for reinforcing stereotypes and lacking depth in character development. Overall, it offers an engaging, though sometimes superficial, exploration of modern motherhood.

Who should read this

Who Should Read I Don't Know How She Does It (Kate Reddy, #1)?

Fans of novels like The Devil Wears Prada and Bridget Jones's Diary will relish I Don't Know How She Does It by Allison Pearson. This book appeals to readers enjoying smart, humorous portrayals of professional women's struggles to balance demanding careers with personal life.

3.7

23,805 ratings

46%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

20%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

337

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • 2000s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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