Great book for summer reading. Bridget Jones crossed with James Bond. I giggled out loud in places, but was caught up enough in the storyline to read it was past my bedtime.
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Olivia Joules and the Overactive Imagination
Olivia Joules and the Overactive Imagination
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Helen Fielding, the author of BRIDGET JONES'S DIARY and the reigning queen of chick lit, embarks upon a new genre with this wacky spy thriller. Inventiveness has been the heroine's salvation. It has transformed lonely orphan Rachel Pixley into glamorous journalist Olivia Joules. On the other hand, it has also gotten her into serious trouble, whe... more »
Author:
Helen Fielding, the author of BRIDGET JONES'S DIARY and the reigning queen of chick lit, embarks upon a new genre with this wacky spy thriller. Inventiveness has been the heroine's salvation. It has transformed lonely orphan Rachel Pixley into glamorous journalist Olivia Joules. On the other hand, it has also gotten her into serious trouble, whe... more »
ISBN-13: 9780965929165
ISBN-10: 0965929167
Pages: 306
Rating: 3
ISBN-10: 0965929167
Pages: 306
Rating: 3
3.3 stars, based on 3 ratings
Publisher: Viking
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette, Audio CD
Members Wishing: 0
Reviews: Member | Amazon | Write a Review
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette, Audio CD
Members Wishing: 0
Reviews: Member | Amazon | Write a Review
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This romance/thriller/spy novel is a fast, breezy read. Despite some of the most unlikely plot twists, the action moves forward in an enjoyable manner and the reader comes to really care for Olivia. Recommended as a quick, fun novel.
Hollie C. (hollita34) reviewed Olivia Joules and the Overactive Imagination on + 21 more book reviews
The book was written around the time that the United States was looking for Osama Bin Laden, so this is a thread that ties the book together. The character is not as well developed as I would have hoped. It was difficult to see how she gained the skills necessary to complete the missions assigned to her. You definitely need to suspend belief while reading this book.
After reading both Briget Jones books, I expected this to be funnier. It took me a few chapters to get into the story line but I liked it nonetheless.
engaging, entertaining, & funny - a perfect driving audio book
I loved this book. It's very funny, and seems as though it's going to follow the standard mad cap romance party line, but it kept surprising me and making me laugh out loud!
Adorable! A guilty pleasure for sure
A little slow starting, but then I couldn't put it down. Not my fave by Helen Fielding, but worth a read.
Beverly M. (Chilypepah) reviewed Olivia Joules and the Overactive Imagination on + 16 more book reviews
This unabridged version audio book is 8 CD's.approx 9 hours of entertainment.
Shannon T. (chippygirl) -
I liked the Bridget Jones books by this author, but I felt this one moved a little slow.
If you enjoyed Bridget Jones' Diary, this is similar. This book works like a fast paced thriller with a female heroine, with light romance, and great wit and entertainment. Its a fun read.
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Olivia Joules (Primary Character)
Pierre Ferramo (Major Character)
Suraya (Average Character)
Morton C (Average Character)
Michael Monteroso (Minor Character)
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