I love the whole series of Geogia Nicholson books because they have reassured me in times when I feel a little ditzy, there is definately someone out there who is moreso (i.e. Louise Rennison!) The only thing I disliked about On the Bright Side was that I had read it before under a different title - I think this is an english/ american/ continental thing. So any english person out there - It's okay I'm wearing really big knickers is what we call it as far as i am aware. dont do what i did and buy both unless you REALLY love it!