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Straight Talking

Jane Green
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Straight Talking

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003

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Jane Green

Straight Talking

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

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • 1990s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Straight Talking by Jane Green explores the life of a single woman named Tasha navigating her 30s in London. She faces career challenges, friendships, and relationships while searching for love and personal fulfillment. The narrative provides a candid look at the complexities of modern dating and personal growth.

Reviews & Readership

3.7

21,566 ratings

56%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jane Green's Straight Talking offers an engaging blend of humor and heartfelt moments, resonating with readers who appreciate candid storytelling about relationships. The characters are relatable, though some critics feel the plot is somewhat predictable and the dialogue can occasionally seem forced. Overall, it's an enjoyable read for fans of contemporary women's fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Straight Talking?

Fans of humorous, contemporary women's fiction will enjoy Jane Green's Straight Talking. Similar to novels by Sophie Kinsella and Helen Fielding's Bridget Jones's Diary, this book appeals to readers who appreciate witty, relatable narratives about love, friendship, and personal growth amidst the chaos of modern life.

3.7

21,566 ratings

56%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • 1990s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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