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Fans of New York Times bestseller The Nanny Diaries will rejoice in this wickedly hilarious novel, which acclaimed author Katharine Weber says is “much funnier and darker.” Optioned for a major motion picture starring Catherine Zeta-Jones, The Ivy Chronicles skewers the twisted priorities of America’s well-heeled elite.
Ivy Ames, fortysomething mother of two, loses her high-flying job (to downsizing) and her husband (to their neighbor) in the same day. To pay for her daughters’ private schooling, she starts a new business helping wealthy Manhattanites get their résumé-toting youngsters into the best kindergartens. Soon media moguls, mob bosses and others call on Ivy. But nothing beats the lesbian couple that believes their adopted African-American disabled son is “the triple crown of diversity.”
Prepare to laugh uncontrollably—and possibly be a little frightened—by this witty look at our sometimes preposterous society.
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"I had fun while reading this book. Great fiction that is a great escape! It reminded me a lot of the Nanny Diaries, but based in the world of the cut-throat private pre-schools of Manhattan. "
— Erin (4 out of 5 stars)
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“A very funny and frequently eye-popping tale of unnatural selection in the jungle of New York City’s private kindergartens. Karen Quinn introduces us to a crazy world where parental ambition gets passed on to kids like a disease and childhoods are traded like stocks. If you think you may be a neurotic parent, read this and feel sane.”
— Allison Pearson, New York Times bestselling author of I Don’t Know How She Does It -
“I laughed delightedly with the wry laugh of a parent who had been there.”
— Elizabeth Buchan, New York Times bestselling author -
“If the fact-based exposé of spoiled socialites and their offspring in The Nanny Diaries made you snicker, then tales of Manhattan’s elite trying to get their tots into private schools is sure to make you smirk condescendingly…The Ivy Chronicles delivers.”
— Boston Herald -
“Hilarious, spirited, and wise. With humor and heart, Karen Quinn brilliantly skewers the insanely competitive world of wealth we love to hate.”
— Leslie Schnur, author of The Dog Walker
The Ivy Chronicles Listener Reviews
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" new yorkers ARE crazy... simple read, but really fun. "
— Sheeba, 5/16/2011 -
" Hilarious!!! Couldn't stop reading.... from the moment Ivy lost her job till the very end - this story doesn't stop surprising, doesn't stop making you smile! In simple words: I just loved it! "
— Elaine, 4/16/2011 -
" 2.5 stars. Almost a fun book in the vein of "I don't know how she does it", it teeters on the edge of the ridiculous and, ultimately, it's just a bit too over-the-top for me to give it three stars in good conscience. "
— Ashley, 3/26/2011 -
" I thought this book started out with real potential to be a good "junk" read. I ended up a little disappointed. Some parts were funny, I'll give it that, but that is about all I will give it. "
— Luana, 3/26/2011 -
" Fun, easy read. Made me laugh loads. Made me feel glad I'll never have that much money to put my kids in private school. Recommened for chick lit lovers :) "
— Redfox5, 2/6/2011 -
" A sad glimpse into the world of the wealthy and the impoverished existence that they lead. It was kind of funny and cute, although too much religion for my taste. I don't really recommend it unless you need an excuse to lay in your hammock. "
— Martha, 1/29/2011 -
" This book was miserable to read. Hated it! "
— mrs.mfc, 1/7/2011 -
" Sort of silly, but diverting - it took me back to my non-halcyon days as a Fairfield County nanny. "
— Adele, 9/30/2010 -
" Silly book. But, I finished it anyway :) "
— Janet, 9/28/2010 -
" Thoroughly enjoyable and seemed very true to life "
— Anteater, 9/5/2010 -
" I read this book when I was about 13 and I used it as a resource in an exam. I got top marks. This is my goodluck book. "
— Elise, 8/2/2010
About Julia Gibson
Julia Gibson received an MFA from New York University. She has appeared on Broadway and other major stages in New York, as well as regional theaters from Dallas to San Francisco, Chicago, Philadelphia, and more. Gibson has played major roles in productions such as The Seagull, Angels in America, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Her television and film credits include Michael Clayton, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Spin City, and One Life to Live.