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Elise Abrams Miller (Author)

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Publication Date: May 1, 2004

Single, adorable Maddy, a 30-year-old teacher at a Manhattan private school, must come back down to earth when she gets a little star struck by her students' celebrity parents.

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"Star Craving Mad is a superb example of humor with heart." -- Bookloons.com

Elise Abrams Miller’s debut novel, Star Craving Mad, is this year’s best guilty pleasure." -- Cindy Elavsky for King Features Syndicate

About the Author

Elise Abrams Miller lives in Brooklyn, New York

Product Details

Paperback: 246 pages
Publisher: Warner Books (May 1, 2004)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0446692840
ISBN-13: 978-0446692847
Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.1 x 0.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 7.5 ounces

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,592,655 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fun, Sweet, Sexy and Romantic, June 8, 2004

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This Manhattan vs. Hollywood romance is a delicious treat from an incredibly funny writer. For anyone who's ever snuck a peek at a tabloid (or even those of us who've gone and subscribed to those addictive mags), you'll appreciate Maddy's celeb obsession, all the more so when she comes in (close) contact with her Hollywood crush. Maddy learns some very adult lessons, such as love often being right under your nose. And I dare you to read this and not cry - there's one scene at the end that totally got me, and someone else I know cried at an altogether different scene. Maddy is a bold, Jewish city girl who also dreams of true love and this combination of cynicism and romanticism are perfectly rendered here by Miller. This is the kind of chick-lit book I will keep to reread when I want to laugh, cry, and believe in love all over again. I can't wait to see the movie version!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Summer Getaway Read, June 4, 2004

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Most of us don't take vacations longer than 4 or 5 days, so this light, but witty read is perfect for a getaway. Forget Anna Karinana, live in the present! Although it's the longest thing I've read in months since US Weekly, the author's quick wit and punchy dialogue makes this read as enjoyable as it is compelling (without glossy photos of celebs-gasp!) This is the most I've laughed out loud while reading since the Bridget Jones books. You'll wish Maddie was your friend so you could keep up with her crazy life.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Star Craving Mad, May 31, 2004

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This is the ultimate summer read ladies! Abrams Miller's sharp sense of wit and smart writing style gives the book a real edge on others in it's genre. Prepare for some late nights as you won't be able to put it down until you are finished.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't put it down
This one was a really delightful page-turner! I must confess that I originally bought it because the author and I are both named Elise. Read more

Published on December 22, 2005 by Elise

5.0 out of 5 stars a witty & pleasurable debut!
Reviewed by Katherine Darnell, Small Spiral Notebook

Star Craving Mad, a first novel from Elise Abrams Miller is a charming read. Read more

Published on August 3, 2004 by Felicia Sullivan

1.0 out of 5 stars This book needs a negative one star rating
If this is what Chit Lit is all about then NO Thanks! I'll stick with regualr romance where the characters are more sympathetic rather than pathetic, thanks very much.

Published on July 25, 2004 by L. Mcconner

5.0 out of 5 stars I'm craving mad for more of Elise Miller!
The best chick lit twist I have ever read. It wasn't predictable! Fast paced and the plot is so nice I kept on hugging the book when I finished reading. You'll never get bored!

Published on July 25, 2004 by kawaii

5.0 out of 5 stars Great romance!
If you like Helen Fielding's books, definitely give this a shot. This author is very funny. I might be the world's biggest chic lit fan, but there are a lot of laughs here and... Read more

Published on June 13, 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars I Finally understand chick lit!
My girlfriend loves "chick lit" and I've tried to read some myself to see what all the hooplah is about (Nanny Diaries, Devil Wears Prada, Shopaholic) but I could never make it... Read more

Published on June 11, 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars a page-turning hysterical romp thru the bright side of NYC
Elise Abrams Miller has written a fast paced, laugh-out-loud novel that represents the best of what chick-lit can be. Read more

Published on June 9, 2004 by S. Thewes

4.0 out of 5 stars Don't expect too much, and you can enjoy this book!
From the back cover:""Maddy Braverman, 30 and still single, has taught first grade at an exclusing private school... Read more

Published on May 23, 2004 by P. Heaphy

4.0 out of 5 stars Funny as Hell!
This is my first "chick-lit" book and I must say it had me in rolling! It takes a look at our obsession with celebrities and fame. Read more

Published on May 21, 2004 by T. Garner

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I walk into the classroom, Styrofoam cup of coffee from the faculty lounge in one hand, class list in the other, cheapo Chinatown sunglasses slipping down my already-sweaty nose. Read the first page

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Elise Abrams Miller, Nick Seabolt, City Select, New York, Billy Hawk, Celeb File, Rachel Tepper, Shelby Seabolt, Amanda Porter, Miss Braverman, Dylan Hover, Sandra Bullock, Britney Spears, Maddy Braverman, Two Boots, Smith Street, Elise Abrarns Miller, Frank Caruso, Julia Roberts, Michelle Zucker, Brooklyn Bridge, Court Street, Felicia Tepper, Finally Fred, James Watkins

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This book cites 9 books:

Washington Square (Signet Classics) by Henry James on page 12, and page 13
Forget It by Bill James on page 189, and page 224
Sleeping with the Enemy by Julia Roberts on page 111
Pony Express by Donald Clayton Porter on page 63
Down Under by Peter James on page 238

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