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One Fifth Avenue – A Book Review

29th November 2008

One Fifth Avenue – A Book Review

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Candace Bushnell, the author of Sex and the City and Lipstick Jungle has written another engaging novel and, as a member of Parent Reviewers, I had the good fortune to be asked to read it. If you enjoy books filled with eccentric characters, gossip, rumors, intrigue, sex, and even murder, One Fifth Avenue, by Candace Bushnell is the right book for you.

One Fifth Avenue is certainly filled with interesting and eccentric characters. From the somewhat rags to riches story of Annalisa Rice to the born into privilege Lola Fabrikant, there really is something for everyone including a couple of book authors and even a well known movie starlet.The story centers around the lives of the people living in One Fifth, a spectacular building located in one of Manhattan’s poshest neighborhoods. The building has both historical and architectural significance in New York. People dream of living in this fabulous Art Deco building, some using any means possible just to get their foot in the door to set up residence. Once moved in, most don’t ever want to leave. So special is living at One Fifth, rumor has it that murder may have even be committed in order to stay in residence.

While the residents of One Fifth Avenue all lead separate and varied lives from each other, they do have many things in common. First of all, there is the money. From having just enough to have purchased the least expensive unit to having millions of dollars and owning the unbelievable two story penthouse apartment, there is money. Then there is social prominence, some have it while others strive to get it in any way that they can.

As a reader of One Fifth Avenue, you’ll find yourself anxiously awaiting the turn of the page as you read on to learn more about the relationships of the people living inside as well as those who wish they did. Get your own copy of One Fifth Avenue and consider giving a copy as a gift!

Book Info:
# Hardcover: 448 pages
# Publisher: Voice (September 22, 2008)
# Language: English
# ISBN-10: 1401301614
# ISBN-13: 978-1401301613

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  1. 1 On November 29th, 2008, tingtong said:

    nice review. you caught my interest. might check out in my next visit to the bookstore.

    tingtong’s last blog post..The Laos trip: Luang Prabang, Phou Si Stupa, Day 5

    posted on November 29th, 2008 at 12:58 am

  2. 2 On November 29th, 2008, Duni said:

    Oh goody! Something ‘light’ to read on all those dark winter evenings…

    Hope you had a nice Thanksgiving!
    btw – I’ve nominated you for an award. Please see http://lovelypurses.blogspot.com

    Duni’s last blog post..Hot Fuchsia

    posted on November 29th, 2008 at 4:07 am

  3. 3 On November 29th, 2008, carnation said:

    thanks for the review. will try to get the book

    carnation’s last blog post..Happy birthday, Jenny!

    posted on November 29th, 2008 at 10:04 am

  4. 4 On November 29th, 2008, Milena said:

    Ok. I shall give it a shot and thank you for the great review.

    Milena’s last blog post..Circadian Rhythms

    posted on November 29th, 2008 at 4:22 pm

  5. 5 On November 29th, 2008, heidih said:

    I am so excited to read this! I am putting it on my Christmas list!

    posted on November 29th, 2008 at 11:09 pm

  6. 6 On November 30th, 2008, Dawn said:

    I didn’t know she was coming out with another book. It sounds like it will be good. I will have to look for it!

    posted on November 30th, 2008 at 11:06 am

  7. 7 On November 30th, 2008, lynne said:

    tingtong- This book is really a fun read, I’m sure you’d enjoy it.

    carnation – You’re welcome! Enjoy!

    Milena – Have fun and enjoy your reading!

    posted on November 30th, 2008 at 12:40 pm

  8. 8 On November 30th, 2008, lynne said:

    Heidi – It’s such a fun book to read, great gift idea!

    posted on November 30th, 2008 at 12:41 pm

  9. 9 On November 30th, 2008, lynne said:

    Dawn – I can so see this book being made into a show or movie! Great dialogue and lots of activity!

    posted on November 30th, 2008 at 12:43 pm

  10. 10 On November 30th, 2008, lynne said:

    Duni – Yep, nothing like a good book to get through the winter! Thanks for the award too! :-D

    posted on November 30th, 2008 at 12:44 pm

  11. 11 On December 9th, 2008, Candace Bushnell’s One Fifth Avenue | Parent Reviewers said:

    [...] Sewing Mom – If you enjoy books filled with eccentric characters, gossip, rumors, intrigue, sex, and even murder, One Fifth Avenue, by Candace Bushnell is the right book for you. As a reader of One Fifth Avenue, you’ll find yourself anxiously awaiting the turn of the page as you read on to learn more about the relationships of the people living inside as well as those who wish they did. [...]

    posted on December 9th, 2008 at 3:39 am