Good in Bed (Cannie Shapiro, #1) in Ask Jennifer Weiner

Jul 03, 2011 Linda rated it really liked it

Shelves: philly-in-fiction, fiction

This is not my first Jennifer Weiner book, but in the course of reading I discovered it was her first to write. Which makes it interesting that this has been my favorite one so far. I've enjoyed the others I've read, but it seems Weiner really hit the ground running with this one. The narrative voice is honest and direct, and not always right. Cannie is lovable, occasionally exasperating, and reflective of far too many women in our appearance-obsessed culture.

There's lots to like in the book -- This is not my first Jennifer Weiner book, but in the course of reading I discovered it was her first to write. Which makes it interesting that this has been my favorite one so far. I've enjoyed the others I've read, but it seems Weiner really hit the ground running with this one. The narrative voice is honest and direct, and not always right. Cannie is lovable, occasionally exasperating, and reflective of far too many women in our appearance-obsessed culture.

There's lots to like in the book -- starting from the just fantastic premise of a woman discovering that her ex-boyfriend has just published a column in a popular national women's magazine on the subject of, ye gads, "Loving a Larger Woman". How could you not spin a tale off that premise? I also very much appreciated the fact that not all the conflicts resolve themselves, or sometimes don't resolve very neatly or nicely. The story is more true to life because of it.

Oh, and one thing I always love about Jennifer Weiner's books is the love for Philadelphia that comes through the pages. Her novels are full of references to local neighborhoods, sites, and hangouts, that go beyond simple place-name dropping. These are places that the characters take delight in going to, that are part of the fabric of their daily lives. As someone with a comparatively recent connection to the place, it's nice to recognize the city in her works -- I've even learned of places through Weiner's books. :)

One or two little niggling complaints, too, which, because they reveal plot points, I've hidden behind this spoiler warning. --> (view spoiler) ...more

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Mar 29, 2009 Miquela rated it really liked it

Fun light read that I read quickly while on a trip. I recommend to someong looking for fun chic lit.

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Jan 13, 2011 Katesr rated it really liked it

Loved it!

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Jun 23, 2007 Jen rated it it was amazing

This is Jennifer Weiner's first and I think best novel. I became hopelessly intertwined with the main character - and in love with her boyfriend and daughter. It's a must read! ...more

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