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American Wife by Curtis Sittenfeld

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  • 16-11-2010 4:38pm
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    Vim Fuego
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    Has anyone read this? I read a really interesting piece in the Guardian today: http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2010/nov/16/american-stories-curtis-sittenfeld

    I've been watching a lot of West Wing recently and this sounds quite interesting to see that world (although Republican) from another angle. However, I'm seeing a lot of comments like 'it's not chick lit', which makes me immediately suspicious that it actually really is chick lit with fancy literary boots on. Her other books sound like they would definitely appeal more to a female audience.

    Just looking for an opinion, would a male audience (that would be me) enjoy this book? Or should i just go back and enjoy the remaining seasons of the West Wing instead?


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    lemon_sherbert
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    I read this last year, it's alright, but fairly geared towards a female audience I would think.

    If you're interested in US politics I'd recommend Race of a Lifetime: How Obama Won the White House by Mark Halperin and John Heilemann. I really enjoyed it, very worthwhile.


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    Vim Fuego
    Registered Users Posts: 746 ✭✭✭Vim Fuego


    Thanks for the confirmation and the recommendation. Much appreciated.


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    vepyewwo
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    I read this about a year and a half ago. While not chick lit, I agree with the other poster, it's aimed towards a female audience. As far as i remember its very much about her life and her reaction to things, there wasnt a huge amount of actual politics in it. Light enough but still quite a good read.


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