plot
What job does Rebecca get?
She becomes a financial journalist for a magazine.
Who is Luke Brandon?
Luke Brandon is Rebecca’s boss and love interest.
"When I shop, the world gets better, and the world is better, but then it's not, and I need to do it again."
Who says it? and the context?
when R wanted to buy a hot dog
Who is Suze?
Suze is Rebecca's best friend and roommate.
"Cost and worth are very different things."
Who says it? and the context?
Why does Rebecca Bloomwood get into trouble?
She gets into trouble because she can't control her shopping addiction and builds up a lot of debt.
Who is Alicia Billington?
Alicia is Rebecca’s rival for Luke’s attention and employed in the magazine.
"I’m the girl in the green scarf."
Who says it? and the context?
Rebecca says this during a turning point in her life, when she’s trying to reclaim her identity and make amends for her mistakes. The green scarf becomes a symbol of her journey.
What does Rebecca use to cover her credit card bills?
She tries to avoid paying her bills by ignoring them or coming up with excuses.
What does Rebecca’s mom, Jane, think about shopping?
Jane is practical and dislikes spending money on unnecessary things, the opposite of Rebecca.
"You speak Prada?"
Who says it? and why?
Rebecca to Luke
What helped her to overcome her addiction?
support of her family and friends, other shopaholics
What role does Derek Smeath play in the story?
Derek Smeath is the debt collector chasing Rebecca for unpaid bills.
"Your mother and I are so proud of you, and we're going to support you."