Sundays at Tiffany's by James Patterson, Gabrielle Charbonnet Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Sundays at Tiffany's
Book Review: Classic James Patterson Love Story Coupled With Delightful Fantasy
Summary: 4 Stars
A sweet tale born of a precious memory of Patterson's son as a child. His son said it best - "Love means you never have to be apart."
Sure, one reviewer mentions that this tale holds a bizarre premise - and that may hold true, however, if you can get beyond the image of a child's imaginary friend being her real-life prince charming (at least beyond the icky vision that he was once her childhood friend)...then you have, my friends, a charmingly refreshing and unique love story.
In addition, I'd like to point out that in true nature, if there is such a genre as magical fiction as opposed to magical realism, then this novel is that genre's poster child and the bizarre premise is right at home.
Don't be deceived by the cover, though. This was the only disappointing aspect of the book for me, other than Patterson foreshadowing the twist of the story (which I personally didn't catch until the end). As I read about the two main characters, Jane and Michael - I immediately pictured Jane as being the lovely brunette pictured on the cover of the book - in truth, she is a blond in the story which, at least in my case, ruined my initial vision of her. I haven't a clue who the couple is on the front of the cover, but I can assure you that the woman, at least, is not Jane.
Having said that, I was easily able to picture every other character and humorously enough, they are all real people - actors, mainly. Jane takes the persona of a gal with a striking likeness to the clumsy and loveable Bridget Jones, complete with witty comments to herself in her own mind while conversing with others - while her boyfriend, Hugh fits quite ironically, the character that Hugh Grant plays in the same movie, slimy Daniel Cleaver. After having created this vision, I almost laughed aloud when I stumbled upon Patterson's own reference to the Hugh of the novel being similar to that of Hugh Grant. Don't worry, my visions were not entirely confined to this movie alone.
Back to the matter at hand, this is a classic James Patterson love story - only with a magical twist. If you loved Sam's Letters to Jennifer or Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas, this will not disappoint you in anyway. Patterson also peppers in pop culture references and humorous tidbits shared between the various characters that will have you smiling to yourself.
All in all, I loved it. It not only reached my expectations, but I was also pleasantly surprised. I enjoyed the odd premise as it gave the novel quite a unique quality. I began reading this last night and had sleep not gotten the best of me, I would have made it an all-nighter.
If you are a person demanding realism from a novel - I'll warn you in advance, this isn't the book for you. In my opinion though, considering the world we live in today, a fantastical happily-ever-after seems almost moronic. But if you take into account the novel's moral of living every day as though it were your last and also cherishing the people in your life as though you may never see them again as that day will inevitably come - then this tale is a refreshing break from reality, and in turn, a dream come true.
Book Review: Confusing Plot. The summary on the book gives the reader false hope.
Summary: 1 Stars
I'm all for love stories that involve magic in some way, but this book is just too unbelievable and unrealistic. Twilight seems more plausible then this story. It starts off good, but then when Michael comes back to her life everything gets weird. There is no flow to the sequence of events and there are unnecessary characters and scenes that make the story even more confusing. I get that they're in love but Michael seems like some creep since he falls in love with a girl that used to have him as her imaginary friend. The story was so confusing that even during the parts that i think were supposed to be tear jerkers left scratching my head.Book Review: Couldn't stop
Summary: 5 Stars
started reading this on a Sunday, and immediately I was hooked. I couldn't wait for another chance for free time to read. Patterson did it again with keeping the plot suspenseful,yet romantic enough to keep me enticed. I ended up finishing it Tuesday while waiting for my daughter at softball practice.Book Review: Definitely not one of Patterson's better books!
Summary: 2 Stars
I'm glad I received this book as a gift. I would be upset if I had actually purchased it!Book Review: Delightful
Summary: 5 Stars
I loved this book. It was unpredictable and imaginative. Something different and quick and easy to read. I would definately recommend it.