My parents watch too many soap operas, that's their trouble. In fact, they were probably I was pregnant. By my wicked married lover whom they could then murder and bury under the patio.
In "Confessions of a Shopaholic" by Sophie Kinsella, the protagonist humorously reflects on her parents' obsession with soap operas. She suggests that their infatuation with dramatic plots might influence their views on reality, including her own life decisions.
The character playfully imagines a scenario where her parents' soap opera habits lead them to concoct a story involving her love life, hinting at their overdramatic tendencies. This sets the tone for the book's comedic exploration of consumer culture and personal relationships.
