This is the best book I've read all year. It was filled with humor, romance (especially 2nd part), and wacky adventure. There were parts that made me laugh out loud, and other parts that brought me to tears. All in all, a very thoughtfully written book. One of my favorite characters in the book was the dog (yes, the dog!). He reminds me of my own--completely out of control in a hilarious way. I also loved the friendship that developed between the two female characters. And the hunky male lead--oh, wow! More, please. :) Emily is lovable, too, in that neurotic way of hers. She's a woman who takes life too seriously but learns to "seize the day." It was great to see her learn to live outside her too-controlled box. Very funny to see her reactions to the situations she found herself in. So many crazy misadventures that were written in such a funny way that I had to read them out loud to my husband. He cracked up, too, and recommended the book to his co-workers. Anyone who has a good sense of humor will like this book.I truly think this book is soon to be a "breakout" novel where everyone will be talking about it. It has a very fresh, funny new voice. Completely different than anything I've read lately. I'll be looking for more books from this author in the future, and am hoping for a sequel to Carpe DiEmily.P.S. Part 1 is currently offered free on Amazon, but you need to buy Part 2 to read the rest. I didn't mind because the price is very cheap for such good entertainment($3.99 for 400+ pages), and the book author. This book made me laugh and laugh. The author has a very funny and unique way of writing. At first, it seemed like a regular chick-lit book, but then each scene built on the next... and kept building until I was in stitches. I grew to love the characters so much and was cheering for them every step of the way. I could see this book being made into a movie (it's only a matter of time) because it's so funny and fast-paced with a unique storyline and characters. Plus the humor--OMG, the humor! I read parts aloud to my husband, and he was in stitches, too. Everyone I know is reading this book and loving it. Part 2 is even better. I'd give it 10 stars if I could.
What do You think about Carpe DiEmily (Part 1) (2000)?
Well...about a chapter in and so far I'm wondering why I haven't written a book...
—cookie
so funny! Free book from book bub. need to get part 2!
—casey
