Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #58870 in Books
• Published on: 2007-01-02
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 256 pages

Sunday Express, 21/01/07
'A new book that will transform the most timid learner into a
fully licensed queen of the road.'

Motror Schools Association News Jan 07
'Entertaining and informative, this book should appeal to learner
drivers and instructors alike.'

Synopsis
Stylish and fun, THE GIRLS' GUIDE TO LOSING YOUR L-PLATES is a deeply practical aid for every girl learning to drive. The initial chapters will help you sift out a good instructor, budget for and get the most from your lessons. There are hints too for the hapless parent/boyfriend who is prepared to take you out practising, and suggestions for keeping your relationship from cracking under the strain. Driving instructors add off-the-record information about the easiest places to pass and the best ways to win over your examiner. Author Maria McCarthy guides you through exactly what to expect in both the theory and the practical test, giving sage advice about managing your nerves and staying calm. There is help with driving once you've passed too, including how to get the best car insurance, and dealing with driving alone or at night. An uplifting chapter is on hand just in case you don't, at first, succeed. THE GIRLS' GUIDE TO LOSING YOUR L-PLATES is essential reading for every wannabe on wheels.

Customer Reviews

Combine this with a great instructor and you're onto a winner...
I've been trying to pass my test for a while now and always seem to get things cropping up that put my driving on the backseat (excuse the pun!).

However after purchasing this book I have successfully managed to take driving lessions for 2 months now and have made a lot of progress. This books tips on making time made a difference to me. Now I cannot wait to pass my driving test and use my new found skill (because driving is a skill).

This book gives you the lighthearted encouragement you know your friends want to give you but have given up on the idea of you passing your test.

I followed the tips in this book and actually got rid of my partners driving intructor (the gossip and unreliable type will NEVER get you through your test). Since then he is happily progressing with his new instructor. I also followed the tips and have found an instructor who understands I get panicky (once in a while) and doesn't shout or make me feel really small. I've even done my emergency stop without any problems-thanks to this books heads up on the situation (and of course my instructor).

This book is a must for any girl/ladee-I would even suggest it be a stample on the list of parents who have daughters turning 17 as this book will help them so much.

Seriously get this before starting lessons
Such a good read, i love this book, still reading it as i'm on my forth lesson. It's really funny in places, had me in tears. Teaches breathing exercises, stocking up on rescue remedy, what shoes/clothes to wear whilst driving, snippets from previous learners. Honestly get this truly inspirational.

A useful addition to any learner's bookshelf...
I first heard about this book a while back but I didn't actually buy it until very recently. From reading the other reviews it was obviously quite a positive sounding book to read and so I took the plunge and bought my own copy. At the moment I'm taking driving lessons and I found that this book really helped me. It has lots of useful hints and tips for us lady-drivers out there and is also clearly laid out with sections on before, during and after lessons aswell as some brief sections on buying cars and insurance. I particularly like the inclusion of other people's personal experience in driving related matters. It really gave me the idea that driving is nothing to fear, it's something to be enjoyed. This book might not be for everyone but I found it incredibly useful. Overall, a great product and it would make an ideal gift for any young learner driver out there.