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Pretty in Plaid: A Life, a Witch, and a Wardrobe, or, the Wonder Years Before the Condescending, Egomanical, Self-Centered Smart-Ass Phase
Pretty in Plaid A Life a Witch and a Wardrobe or the Wonder Years Before the Condescending Egomanical Self-Centered Smart-Ass Phase
Author: Jen Lancaster
In Pretty in Plaid, Jen Lancaster reveals how she developed the hubris that perpetually gets her into trouble. Using fashion icons of her youth to tell her hilarious and insightful stories, readers will meet the girl she used to be. — Think Jen Lancaster was always "like David Sedaris with pearls and a super-cute handbag?" (Jen...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780451226808
ISBN-10: 0451226801
Publication Date: 5/5/2009
Pages: 365
Rating:
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
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4 stars, based on 161 ratings
Publisher: NAL Books
Book Type: Hardcover
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 reviewed Pretty in Plaid: A Life, a Witch, and a Wardrobe, or, the Wonder Years Before the Condescending, Egomanical, Self-Centered Smart-Ass Phase on + 3 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 6
I love, love, LOVE Jen's books but this one was really not my favorite. While I still really like it, it did not seem to have as many of those smart ass comments that make you bust out laughing at inappropriate moments.
I would still reccomend it however don't expect it to be quite like any of her other books. In no way does it affect my love for Jen Lancaster books - as a matter of fact I can't wait to read her (hopefully) next book!
reviewed Pretty in Plaid: A Life, a Witch, and a Wardrobe, or, the Wonder Years Before the Condescending, Egomanical, Self-Centered Smart-Ass Phase on + 9 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 4
I absolutely LOVE Jennifer Lancasters books! This was probably my favorite of all books! We finally learn why she is who she is! Quick witted, fun, easy to read, and best of all entertaining. I read the book in 3 days! I couldn't put it down and I am a slow reader!
Gr8Smokies avatar reviewed Pretty in Plaid: A Life, a Witch, and a Wardrobe, or, the Wonder Years Before the Condescending, Egomanical, Self-Centered Smart-Ass Phase on + 98 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
I have read all of Jen Lancaster's books...and I have to say that this was my least favorite. There were still the laugh out loud moments, and her usual snarkiness, but something bugged me about this book.

Maybe it was that I felt rushed--like she covered too much time in this book. It just felt unfocused to me, even though each chapter was focused on a certain type of fashion (clothes, shoes, etc.).

It was still worth the read, but if you only want to read one of her books, choose Such a Pretty Fat.
reviewed Pretty in Plaid: A Life, a Witch, and a Wardrobe, or, the Wonder Years Before the Condescending, Egomanical, Self-Centered Smart-Ass Phase on + 43 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
I liked most of this book. I couldn't relate to the tales of her sorority life. I did enjoy her description of her job and the frustrations she faces. I love the ending!
rainbowbrite98 avatar reviewed Pretty in Plaid: A Life, a Witch, and a Wardrobe, or, the Wonder Years Before the Condescending, Egomanical, Self-Centered Smart-Ass Phase on
Helpful Score: 1
Great book. Pure Jen. Laugh out loud funny. If you like Jen Lancaster and enjoyed her previous books, you will not be disappointed.
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 sharalsbooks avatar reviewed Pretty in Plaid: A Life, a Witch, and a Wardrobe, or, the Wonder Years Before the Condescending, Egomanical, Self-Centered Smart-Ass Phase on + 259 more book reviews
When I read a Jen Lancaster book, I have come to expect to be entertained. This author has a unique voice in her writing that draws the reader into her world. I don't feel like I am reading a book but instead am sitting in a Starbucks with Jen Lancaster, laughing and giggling over foo-foo coffee drinks.

In PRETTY IN PLAID, we are given a front seat view into how fashion shaped Jen throughout her life from Girl Scout to college coed to career woman.

From Jordache jeans to designer Prada handbags, this book is an adventure in fashion that will appeal to the girly girl in all of us.
pinkcypress avatar reviewed Pretty in Plaid: A Life, a Witch, and a Wardrobe, or, the Wonder Years Before the Condescending, Egomanical, Self-Centered Smart-Ass Phase on + 86 more book reviews
I love Jen Lancaster - although I have to say her first two books weren't my favorites and I almost didn't keep reading. But Such a Pretty Fat was hilarious!! This one was probably my second favorite. This book is about her childhood and college and her first job - and there's lots of very funny parts!

Her humor is definitely not for everyone, although it does seem to be toned down in this book.


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