Reader's Corner: I Got Your Number and Remember Me? by Sophie Kinsella

Sophie Kinsella is my favorite author. I love her so much, I'm dedicating a future post about my adoration for her and her books. For now, here are my thoughts on some of her bestsellers I got for discounted prices days ago(Thank you National BooksStore Summer Sale! I'm coming back!). I finished both in 4 working days, and am pleased with myself. But really, who can put a Sophie Kinsella book down? Read on.

I Got Your Number

This is Sophie's latest book. The story revolves around a girl, Poppy, who "stole"(hers got stolen) a mobile phone she found in a trash bin, so she could keep track of her lost engagement ring(double whammy, I know). The thing is, the owner of the phone is a businessman, Sam, who wants the phone back. More so, he was annoyed because Poppy is meddling with his e-mails and calls. But of course, Poppy can't give it back yet since it's the number she gave away to those who could help her find the ring. They agreed in this awkward settlement, and as they continue with their lives, they exchange hilarious messages and were trapped in situations which made them know each other more. It's funny and not too cheesy, I kind of wish there are more romantic parts but that means it would be cheesy. I like the balance, and the pair complement each other. (There were footnotes in this book, with quirky anecdotes, but i find them confusing at first). Very light, enjoyable read. I've fallen for Sam Roxton.

Remember Me?

Remember Me?'s plot is something you would not want to happen to you. Lexi Smart woke up one day, from a car accident, with 3 years worth of life memories lost. Imagine her surprise knowing she already had a husband, a high flying career, lots of stuff, and ultra new, pumped up twenty-eight version of herself. The last memory she had was being twenty-five with a problematic life she hated. As she was trying to recollect, she discovered secrets about herself that may destroy her current dreamy lifestyle. This is an amusing way of sharing to readers the most important things in life, and clearly, it's not all wealth and power. I like the fact that it's a take off from Sophie Kinsella's usual complicated girl-girl meets boy in a complicated situation-complicated before, now okay-happily ever after narrative.