I loved the narration of this book. It had so much personality and it was really fun. I could say the same for the characters, they are really well developed and you can have a good laugh with them. I really like the premise of the book, and how captures that the world it's controled by man and people are treated different when they are one.
My main problem with this book it was that sometimes I lost a bit of interest because it was kind of the same thing throught the book. But other than that it's a really solid book and I would recomend it!

I've been putting this review off since May because I didn’t want to be too harsh, but honestly, this book is so bad that time won't change a thing about how I feel about it.

This is the story of a group of women in their fifties who all experience, the very same week, some sort of betrayal from sexist and ageist men that were close to them. And those women decided that they wouldn’t go without a fight ... or without getting their revenge.

I liked the theme of the book a lot, but the execution, the writing itself ... not so much. I get it, it's a comedy (or call it satire) - I get that there is a style of comedy that isn’t necessarily refined, or smart, or subtle and where one should expect a lot of exageration and absurdity - and that’s not my cup of tea. The fact that this type of comedy exists can’t be helped, but I think that choosing to write such a story (on such a topic) in that style does more harm that good. People who are more interested in the theme of the book (like me) will be extremely annoyed by the lack of nuance, the flat characters, the fact that all men are described as idiots, evil and irredeemable, and by the oh too many caricaturistic cookie-cutter pseudo-feminist tirades.

🎧 Audiobook quality : 1/5 The narrator was extremely irritating, especially when doing male voices.

Thank you NetGalley and Head of Zeus Audiobooks for giving me access to this audiobook for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

I'm sorry, this book put me into a slump, I thought I would love it and I loved the preview, but I just couldn't get through it. I might come back and try it again though. I did try the audiobook AND the physical book as well.

What a fun book to read! When you think about revenge, sounds like something dark and sad, but here we go, it’s a book that will make you laugh. What a soapy cozy book! Wonderfully presented by the narrator.

Many thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for my copy.

Absolutely loved this book!! Couldn’t put it down, was hooked from the start, had to take a forced break due to getting an assignment for Uni completed

There were a few times I laughed out loud, and some parts I cringed. I really enjoyed this book and it’s been a while since I rated a book 5 stars!

The narrator was perfect and could picture each character clearly, apart from Jo for some reason my brain was convinced they were in theirs 20’s.

Overall I found this book to be a easy listen due to taking an issue women face and turning it into a light hearted and funny book.

Soo I highly recommend this book if you want a laugh and feel empowered!! Hey it might even give you a few ideas on getting your own revenge! ;)

What a fun, laughter filled book. 4 middle aged women, all scorned in different ways by the men in their lives or careers, decide the only way to get their lives back on track is to play them at their own game and seek revenge. This is a down to earth, laugh outloud read, giving hope to all of us women over a certain age!

Really canny paper cleanser of a book, not too deep and not too taxing, a great read between heavy topic or long chonky books! Really enjoyed the writing style and characters. Listened to this around the pool on holiday and would listen/read more from the author. Enjoyable. Reminded me of How to Kill Your Family and Sweet Pea

Matilda, Jo, Penny and Cressy were all women at the top of their game; so imagine their surprise when they started to be personally overlooked and professionally pushed aside by less-qualified men. They were not going down without a fight!

This book was a serious deep analysis of feminism, gender gaps and justice. I’m joking!! This was a ball of fun all over, and should be read as so. Full of slapstick comedies, one-liner jokes and ridiculous plot (and twists), you should read this like a book version of Tom & Jerry.

Yes the social commentaries on female trials and tribulations were sadly real, and the book didn’t offer any solution per se (aside from emphasising the value of female friendships), so I could see the reasons behind some mixed reviews I saw. But if you let go of any deep-thinking expectation and just experience the book as the goofy read it is, I think you’d be able to enjoy it more!

This book is so much fun to get into. It's well written and developed, with good characters and an entertaining plot. You can see that the author knows how to build stories, and the result is brilliant. I would recommend this book to someone looking for a relaxing, enjoyable read.

My first time reading a Kathy Lette novel, and it’s clear from all the five-star reviews it’s receiving that lots of people absolutely love it. Clearly Lette is a highly skilled writer, with a decades-long career, so it’s well-written. And if your sense of humour matches the author’s it must be a brilliant read. Unfortunately, it just wasn’t for me. 🤷🏻‍♀️

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The Revenge Club by Kathy Lette an audiobook narrated by the author is fresh and fun! There were so many moments where I laughed out loud! The storyline was nice and easy to follow but it felt a little bit too long. Many parts easily could be cut out without losing the storyline.

Matilda, Jo, Penny and Cressy meet up and are surprised by Jo's appearance. She looks like a man! No, she is not transgender, she just realised that appearing as a man she can do better in a professional setting, she can get better pay and she can get away with so much more as she could as a woman.
Word by word, complain by complaint and a revenge club was created and now they are ready for an act of revenge!

I loved how they played the system and proved their point!

Absolutely loved this book as it made my Sunday cleaning so much more enjoyable!

And the author has done fantastic work with narration! Switching between characters was easy and didn't feel confusing!

Thank you NetGalley and Head of Zeus Audiobooks for this copy!

The Revenge Club by Kathy Lette and narrated by the author is my first foray into this author and why oh why have I never listened or read Kathy Lette before?? What a fantastic audiobook to start with! I was howling with laughter from the dedication let alone chapter 1! (Never mind the fact that my favourite comedienne Jo Brand gave it a glowing review)

Matilda, Jo, Penny and Cressida are all women "of a certain age" the post menopause brigade, thinking that they are defying expectations and certainly not being swept to the side by soceity, or so they think

We begin our tale with a reunion of our heroines at a swanky restaurant in London. Well, three of them turn up on time, but Jo is late, that is, until a man takes the seat set by for their friend. A man they do not know... or so they believe

How far would you go to get back everything you have worked fr in life, but has been taken away due to your age, your gender?

It's a mans world still, so what better way to get revenge, than to play the men at their own game?

Brilliant read, brilliantly written. Oh yes, Kathy Lette is legendary!

Thank you to Netgalley, Head of Zeus Audiobooks | Aria and the author Kathy Lette for this stunning ALC. My review is left voluntarily and all opinions are my own

A bit too feminist for me. A group of friends get together and one of them has become a man. Nope not transgender, just masquerading in a patriarchal society. I got to 50 % and ended as It didnt seem to be going anywhere, dragged on and I don't really like the man shaming or the silly one liner. I get that some women have issues with men but I have been lucky enough to never have a man use any heiarcy with me. I don't want the table to turn and women take over and lower men in society. I want equality.

The Revenge Club is the perfect after-dinner read, because If revenge is sweet, and a dish best served cold then it must be dessert. Ultimately satisfying and amusing along the way this is a fabulous read, about the fragility of friendships, and the failures of modern society.
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As a fan of Kathy Lette’s writing and sense of humour, I was keen to listen to this book. The premise of the story piqued my interest: a group of women of a certain age suddenly finding the tables turning on them in a male dominated, sexist world of high flying careers. I enjoyed listening to Kathy’s narration, her humour certainly comes to life through her dramatisation, although I wasn’t overly sure on some of her accents. I enjoyed the plotting of the different revenge plans and how they finally came together at the end, however at times the story felt a bit long winded and almost repetitive and could have been more tightly structured and paced for me. Did I chuckle though? Yes I did, many a time, both at the female characters, who in themselves are pretty much the caricatures of the women they’re supposed to be representing, and at the storyline.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher, Aria and Aries for an advanced copy in exchange for a review.

I was really looking forward to listening to something a bit different - more light-hearted than what I usually listen to or read but, unfortunately, this just wasn't for me.

I listened on and off for about a week but just couldn't get into it; yes there are some amusing moments at the beginning but they get a bit stale after a while as it's more of the same. The characters are just 'meh' with little to no redeeming qualities and, to be honest, are just annoying.

Sorry to the author but this just wasn't for me but it might appeal to others so read a selection of reviews before making your decision.

I must thank the author, Head of Zeus and NetGalley for enabling me to listen to it despite the fact I didn't enjoy it and couldn't bring myself to listen to the end (which I hate doing).

I recently had the privilege of experiencing both the text and audio versions of a captivating advance copy. The writing showcased remarkable skill, immersing me in a narrative rich with detail and depth. While reading the text version, I found myself engrossed in the intricate storytelling. Transitioning to the audio rendition provided a fresh perspective, enhancing my understanding of the characters and plot.

Despite revenge not being my usual preference, the story managed to weave it in with finesse, making it compelling and thought-provoking. Whether delving into the written words or listening to the narration, the experience held my attention throughout, leaving a lasting impression.

Overall, it's a testament to the author's talent and storytelling prowess, offering an engaging and immersive literary experience that is not to be missed.

I I enjoyed the premise of the book and it started with promise. It did lag a little from the middle onwards but on the whole not a bad read.

Many thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for gifting me this arc in exchange for an honest, unbiased review.

This was great and so funny! It regularly had me chuckling and I loved how this was written. The women were great, the story was entertaining and it was super easy to get into.

The audiobook - narrated by the author and very well executed if I may say so myself, she did a fab job and brought her book expertly to life.

The women in this rise up against the injustices of being an older woman. Looked over in terms of promotion, husbands taking liberties and problems in the work place, they vow to get even! I was all for it and so behind all the women all the way. I was rooting for them and felt at one with these feisty ladies.

Crude humour throughout and tongue in cheek, it is entertaining to read them peg their wits against the revenge of the opposite sex. I rounded this one up as after a while it maybe got a little samey with the style of humour but it was funny nonetheless.

It was satisfying at the end and a definite book (or audiobook listen) if you want a satirical feminist read.

Four female friends, all sidelined in some way by men, hatch a plan to wreak revenge.

I will freely admit I haven't been near a Kathy Lette novel in about twenty years. My tastes changed, but now I'm more than happy to intersperse my usual diet of crime and thrillers with something a little lighter, romantic fiction or uplifting fiction fits the bill perfectly. Hence, I decided to give The Revenge Club a go.

University friends Tilly, Penny, Jo and Cressida haven't seen each other for twenty years. They had a strong bond at university, they even formed a group, but careers and families mean that they have drifted apart. It is therefore a surprise when Jo suggests they rekindle the friendship.

Tilly, Penny and Cressida are detailing what they have done since leaving university when a strange man approaches their table. They are shocked and amazed to discover that it is their friend Jo, masquerading as Joe. Jo explains that her career as a leading special effects artist ground to a halt when a director decided she was "past it". Using her skills she disguised herself as a man and had the chance to work with the same director who thinks her new persona is brilliant and Joe is now in great demand.

Jo/Joe's tale causes the other three women to begin to recount how their lives have changed now they've passed the 40 mark. A successful novelist has been dropped by her publisher (her writing is no longer relevant), a TV journalist has been dropped in favour of a male colleague (too old to be on screen) and an actress is now only being offered jobs aimed at much older people (roles advertising incontinence pads). Added to this a husband has taken on a much younger mistress. The descriptions in which the women have been sidelined will not come as a surprise to female readers, they are the sort of thing we see and hear on a regular basis. It is refreshing to see that the author is now writing about an older generation of females but, as one of the characters points out, forty is hardly old.

The quartet agrees to seek revenge on the men who have wronged them using Jo's disguise to help. Luckily they discover allies to help them carry out their plans. Some of the allies come from surprising places but also show that not all men are the same.

The dialogue is razor sharp, as you would expect from Kathy Lette, but I felt that it became a little preachy at times. I enjoyed the twists which added unexpected elements to the storyline, making this much more than just a tale of revenge.