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The Next Big Thing

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It’s a plot torn from the pages of TV Guide: six overweight women live in a house of temptations and compete to see who loses the most weight. But it’s far more satisfying than your average prime-time fare. The main character, Kat, always believed that life begins when you’re thin. When her best friend, Donna, reads about a casting call for “From Fat to Fabulous,” Kat decides she has nothing to lose but her belly. Of course, fame comes with a price. The tabloids dub her “Kat the Brat,” and the show’s surprise guest, her online boyfriend, dumps her on national television. Not to despair, however; Kat’s story does have a happy ending. Edwards addresses image issues with wit and candor, and what’s most refreshing is that losing weight doesn’t make Kat’s life perfect. Fans of Jennifer Weiner’s realistic female protagonists will find a new favorite here. Aleksandra Kostovski
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  1. T. Feuerbach / Feb 15 2010

    Cute
    This book is not going to change your life but you’ll enjoy it, especially if you like reality television.

  2. corporatecatwalk.com / Feb 16 2010

    It’s OK. Looking fwd to more
    I enjoyed this book. There were some parts that dragged and I actually fell in love with some of the other characters rather than the main character Kat.

  3. Amanda J. Standaert / Feb 17 2010

    The Next Big Thing!!
    Once I started reading this book it took me about 2 days to finish it. I just could not put it down.

  4. Sammy Dan / Feb 18 2010

    Fun!
    After reading a book that just gave me a headache I needed something to pick my spirits up and this book did. It was fun, light, and enjoyable.

  5. Christine Zibas / Feb 19 2010

    Reality TV Meets Weight Loss Woes
    What do you do when your online British boyfriend sends you a size 4 Gucci dress and you tell him it fits perfectly, even though you’re a size 18?

  6. Patience Gray / Feb 20 2010

    Cute!!
    I liked this book alot. It was a cute story and quick reading. Didn’t get bored one bit, I recommend!

  7. Courtney Rabideau / Feb 21 2010

    From Fat to Famous
    Kat works at an ad agency and at over 200 pounds has always wanted to be thin, especially after starting a “relationship” with Nate from England.

  8. nodice / Feb 22 2010

    Light Entertainment *Spoilers*
    3.5

  9. Tina / Feb 23 2010

    Cute, girly book
    This book is about a woman, Kat Larson, whose weight affects everything she does. From shopping, to dating, to eating in public, Kat feels as though people overlook her good…

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