The Devil Wears Prada

By Lauren Weisberger

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Average Rating: (See all 8 reviews) Format: Paperback, 432 pages Published In: United States, May 2006 Quantity Available: 2637 Ships within 6-11 days A delightfully dishy novel about the all-time most impossible boss in the history of impossible bosses. Andrea Sachs, a small-town girl fresh out of college, lands the job "a million girls would die for." Hired as the assistant to Miranda Priestly, the high-profile, fabulously successful editor of "Runway magazine, Andrea finds herself in an office that shouts "Prada! Armani! Versace! at every turn, a world populated by impossibly thin, heart-wrenchingly stylish women and beautiful men clad in fine-ribbed turtlenecks and tight leather pants that show off their lifelong dedication to the gym. With breathtaking ease, Miranda can turn each and every one of these hip sophisticates into a scared, whimpering child. THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA gives a rich and hilarious new meaning to complaints about "The Boss from Hell." Narrated in Andrea's smart, refreshingly disarming voice, it traces a deep, dark, devilish view of life at the top only hinted at in gossip columns and over Cosmopolitans at the trendiest cocktail parties. From sending the latest, not-yet-in-stores Harry Potter to Miranda's children in Paris by private jet, to locating an unnamed antique store where Miranda had at some point admired a vintage dresser, to serving lattes to Miranda at precisely the piping hot temperature she prefers, Andrea is sorely tested each and every day--and often late into the night with orders barked over the phone. She puts up with it all by keeping her eyes on the prize: a recommendation from Miranda that will get Andrea a top job at any magazine of her choosing. As things escalate from the merely unacceptable to the downright outrageous, however, Andrea begins to realize that the job a milliongirls would die for may just kill her. And even if she survives, she has to decide whether or not the job is worth the price of her soul. "From the Hardcover edition. Praise Praise"[A] funny, biting, low-cal treat."-Rush & Molloy, The New York Daily News"A deliciously witty and gossipy first novel."-Publishers Weekly"[An] on-the-money kiss-and-tell debut.-KirkusFrom the Hardcover edition. Read an excerpt Publisher: Anchor Books ISBN: 0307275558 EAN: 9780307275554 Dimensions: 17.42 x 10.77 x 2.49 centimeters (0.21 kg)

the devil wears prada is such a good book!!! and i think that it is also very relatable, the main character is just an everyday person who fidns herself changing to get further in her career before realising that shes hurting alot of people in the process and thats not who she wants to be. if you are a fan of the movie then you will definatley like this.

A very interesting story. I’m not personally so concerned with fashion, or so I thought before reading this story. Besides the insight to the fashion industry and how actually all of us are linked to these people, it is also interesting to learn to empathize with the people who in a sense have no shame at all at judging everything purely from a superficial point of view. They aren’t ashamed of themselves and they certainly aren’t worried that others may be laughing at them. In fact they are laughing right back. Not what I expected at all. Very enjoyable.

An okay read to fill in the time, but not worthy of the hype in my opinion. To be expected portrayal of the fashion business as superficial and weight-obsessed. I found it difficult to sympathise with the central character, who despite her complaints about her mean, self-centred, demanding boss, seemed happy enough to enjoy the perks of her job as assistant to the 'boss from hell' - unlimited access to gucci, prada, jimmy choo shoes, and designer clothes and accessories of all shapes and sizes. Not too bad, but I'm in no hurry to look at it again.

I initially wanted to read this book because I heard that they were going to do a movie of it. Now, I'm not entirely sure if I'm even going to bother with the movie at all.

Don't get me wrong, The Devil Wears Prada is not bad per say. The author is witty and made me smile reading the colourful language. Unfortunately, it just seems like every other contemporary female novel. It doesn't seem like a particularly unique experience.

Additionally, I'm not quite sure if I liked the ending of the book. It felt a little unresolved - what happened to Christian? Does Andrea get her big break?? Does she get to rub success into Miranda's face?? Perhaps there needs to be a sequel.

Although, I'd imagine my opinion of its sequel will not differ much from what I think of this book. Read it once, then sell it to the second hand bookstore.

I was reluctant to buy this book because I had seen the movie and absolutely loved it! Meryl Streep was hilarious as Miranda Priestly and the fashion was visually spectacular. I held off buying the book because most popular fiction novels that are made into movies are disappointing.

But I couldn't resist. I am one of the millions who have purchased this book wanting to know more about the bitchy fashion industry. Let's face it - everyone has read this as a thinly veiled piece about the authors time at Vogue.

The book was fun to read, but forgettable. Many of the best scenes from the movie were scripted for the movie and cannot be found in the book. I found it frustrating at times that characters were introduced but relationships not explored. Yet my love for fashion and gossip, and the easily accessible text made this a real page turner. It was like reading a New Weekly magazine but more satisfying because it lasted longer.

This book has been criticized for its simplistic plot and characterization, but hey it is what it is. A fun read that's forgettable but thoroughly enjoyable at the time.

Totally engrossing. The sharp, witty writing style, enhances this look into the fashion magazine world. Any woman who has every read vougue will love this book. The beautiful clothes, the shoes and bags - to the wicked boss from hell. I have not yet seen the film, but if it is half as good as the book, it will be brilliant. A funny light read, filled with memorable characters.

A rather humorous look at the mad world of magazine fashion. Andrea gets a job as the assistant to the fashion editor of a high profile magazine. A job that if she survives a year, means she will have her pick of magazines in the future. However, her boss Miranda is the most self-centred, selfish, unreasonable and totally terrifying person in the world. Laughy out loud chic lit that is perfect for a wet winter afternoon.

This is an enjoyable book. Sometimes it made me cringe and feel sorry for the main character as she went around her day to day tasks in her job. If you are interested in the "glamorous" life of magazines or not either way you will still find this book funny and a bit of light entertainment.