Workaholic attorney Samantha Sweeting has just done the unthinkable. She’s made a mistake so huge, it’ll wreck any chance of a partnership. Going into utter meltdown, she walks out of her London office, gets on a train, and ends up in the middle of nowhere. Asking for directions at a big, beautiful house, she’s mistaken for an interviewee and finds herself being offered a job as housekeeper. … housekeeper. Her employers have no idea they’ve hired a lawyer–and Samantha has no idea how to work the oven. She can’t sew on a button, bake a potato, or get the #@%# ironing board to open. How she takes a deep breath and begins to cope–and finds love–is a story as delicious as the bread she learns to bake.
But will her old life ever catch up with her? And if it does…will she want it back?
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Totally relate.
I would recommend this book to anyone who loves humor romance, about a lawyer who makes a huge mistake and instead of owning up to it she runs away and finds herself a couple of towns over, not sure where to go or what to do she knocks on a door and finds herself appling for a house keeping job, how hard can it be right?? She has never cooked or cleaned never mind even owning a vacuum cleaner! Is she doomed or will she make it throughout a couple of days before someone finds out who she is and that she lied and the fact that she is the world’s worst house keeper ever! Only time will tell, but all is not lost as she meets a tall dark and definitely handsome bar owner, who offers to help her, only one problem no lawers allowed as they hate lawers! Is she doomed or will she make it as a house keeper you’ll have to read the book and see what happens! Hope you all enjoy this book as muck as I did P.S. I re-read this book at least every 3 years
Even though I am a huge Sophie Kinsella fan, I approached this book with some trepidation. The premise is wacky, totally outlandish, and although I was sure there would be some funny moments, I doubted it would stand up to scrutiny in the end. But it does! Unbelievably, Sophie Kinsella makes it work and the second half had me racing to the end.
Ms. Kinsella’s prose is as vibrant as ever, with crystal-clear images and snappy dialogues, a very dynamic atmosphere, and beautifully defined characters. The pacing is nothing short of amazing, there are laughs aplenty as well as insightful moments. In spite of the outrageous premise, the story is very carefully plotted and had me on the edge of my seat in the latter chapters. The story ends a bit abruptly, but it’s OK; we can fill in the blanks. The thing is, I could easily imagine a sequel or two; such is Ms. Kinsella’s talent. THE UNDOMESTIC GODDESS is zany, charming, and totally irresistible. Sophie Kinsella hasn’t failed me yet!
This was the first Sophia Kinsella book I read and I still go back to it from time to time. The characters are very relatable and entertaining. One of my favorites!
Fancy lawyer Samantha runs away from a mistake she made and lands a job she knows nada, zilch about to get away from consequences. The Undomestic Goddess, is like jumping from the frying pan into the oven in this zany hysterical comical romance. Sophie Kinsella is an awesome storyteller.
Okay, I don’t normally read chick lit, but I saw this in my neighborhood’s Little Free Library and thought I’d give it a try. I ended up tearing through nearly two-thirds of this silly, light-hearted, and perfectly written book in the first two days.
Samantha is a lawyer who is about to make partner. Her whole life is the law firm with no time for outside fun. And she thinks this is the way she likes it. Then she screws up big time. She panics, flees the city on the next train, and gets off when the train can’t go any further. She wanders up to a huge house and through a lack of communication ends up hired as the housekeeper….even though she doesn’t even know how to turn on a vacuum or make toast.
Yes, it’s a silly situation, but I let myself ride along with it. There’s so many moments when you’re yelling at Samantha to “just tell them” or “no, don’t do that” and it’s just plain delightful to get THAT involved with a character.
The ending has a great twist, and although Samantha’s waffling in the final few pages is a tiny bit annoying, it is well played out, short-lived, and had me racing through those final pages.
If you’re looking for a light beach read or just need a cute reverse-Cinderella story, try this one out.
Great book. Laugh out loud funny
This is the kind of story that if there’s anything wrong with it you just don’t care because it’s sweet and funny and just the right amount of Hallmarky, if you know what I mean. It’s sentimental fantasy, so if there’s some minutia that doesn’t quite square with real life?—who gives a crap. Just roll with it and enjoy this modern day fairy tale.
I can’t tell you how heartwarming this story is. Samantha’s lack of practical skills sets up some pretty cute comedy, but it’s the wisdom of Iris and Nathaniel and Samantha’s self-discovery that pulls this story together. And I can write my own epilogue. I know exactly what I want to happen with this couple one, five and fifty years in the future.
Did I mention how funny it is? Best line: “Six minutes isn’t sex … Six minutes is a boiled egg.”
This story would make a great chick flick. It’s laugh out loud funny, inspiring, and just a completely feel-good experience. Someone recommended Sophie Kinsella to me and I’m so glad they did. Now I’m paying it forward.
I absolutely loved this book! I’m not going to give anything away but, if you enjoy lighthearted reads with relateable characters, and dialogue that makes you snort with laughter, I think you’ll love this book. It’s my first Sophie Kinsella read, but it definitely won’t be my last.
This book is laugh-out funny. It is one of my favorite books.
I love all Sophie Kinsella books – this one is no exception!
I literally laughed out loud while reading this book. It has remained one of my favourites. The character is thrown into a world so out of her depth when she accidentally becomes a housekeeper, and her challenges trying to get through just the basics of housekeeping are very entertaining. It’s funny, heartwarming and a book I highly recommend you read.
Surprisingly, I only read this book for the first time a few weeks ago. When lawyer Samantha makes a mistake that causes a client to lose millions, she takes a midnight train goin’ anywhere…literally.
She ends up at a countryside estate where a chain smoking mistress and her devoted husband are looking for a new housekeeper. Sam has never so much as boiled water for pasta, but soon she’s promising braised lamb with an apricot glaze.
With the help of the gardener Nathanial, she begins to find her bearings. But when the past catches up with her, she’ll have to decide what kind of life she wants to lead.
I’ve read and reread this book a few times. Every time, it makes me laugh out loud. To me, it’s Sophie’s best novel, probably because it’s far easier for me to relate to an uptight overachiever than an addicted shopper or someone a bit ditsy. Be that as it may, Sophie makes you love her characters and root for them to make the choices that will give them a happier life. What’s really important in life? Not money. Not what others think. Not status. Read The Undomestic Goddess. It makes you think about your own choices–but you have fun doing it.
One of the first Sophie Kinsella book which was given to me for my birthday and I thank my best friend for introducing me to the world and characters Sophie Kinsella creates.
Undomestic Goddess is a THE book every modern-day woman can relate to. If you do get a chance to read this book and her other book, definitely read it, it’s a trip!
Cute story. Not my favorite of hers, but worth the read
This is a funny ramble through the main character getting herself into a situation and digging herself deeper when she tries to get out.
This book made me laugh out loud so hard that I woke my husband up!
Absolutely Hilarious!!!
Probably what one would expect from Kinsella. It would be a great beach or vacation read. I found the main character slightly annoying, but the story as a whole was good. Easy, escapist reading.