I listened to the Jeremy Northam audio book as well. I thought he did a terrific job of reading all the characters.
I found the music odd, but after a while I began to enjoy them. I listened while I was walking to station on my way to work each morning and I had to stop myself from shaking invisible maracas. It did go on a bit though.
I really enjoyed this story. I found it funny and utterly stupid - in a good way. After listening to the audio book I tracked down a library copy of the paperback and read it as well.
I think Beatrice was not necessarily introduced as incompetent, but troublesome. Given the attitude she had towards her employer, I'm not surprised the office looked for an excuse to send her somewhere else.
Burn After Reading was hilarious. I definitely see what you're getting at sun surfer.
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