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One Fifth Avenue
by Candace Bushnell
from Voice

Customer Reviews:

• Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0

• The Lust for Power and Social Position...
  In an Art Deco building in one of Manhattan's oldest and most hip neighborhoods, a conclave of fictional Manhattanites reside; they are a mix of old and new money, a power-hungry and socially eager group that will do almost anything to maintain their residences - and hence, their social positions - in this piece of real estate that represents so much more to each of them. Thus begins the tale of One Fifth Avenue.
  First, we meet some of the elder residents - those who have the respect of the others. We... more info

• Finished it happily
  First book in my life outside of high school, under grad, and grad school that I finished completely through. Point made.

• Just Plain Miserable
  I had read so many positive reviews about One Fifth and how it was a light, fun, and witty read from the woman who created Sex and the City. I was extremely excited when the book arrived and eagerly started reading it. After slogging through about 165 pages, I had to put the book down. There were too many characters and too little plot to keep the novel cohesive and moving forward. To make matters worse, every single character wasn't just self-absorbed and greedy (as other reviewers have noted), but they... more info

• Worth It
  I've read all of Bushnell's books and she is growing as a writer. This book contains her usual peek into high-society life in Manhattan, but she goes inside various characters' heads with skill and insight. Escapist fun with a few deep thoughts about modern life. I paid full price and don't regret it.

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