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3.5 AVERAGE
3.5 AVERAGE
I did watch a few episodes of the TV Series last summer so I had an idea of what would happen in this book. But I was engrossed in the mysterious texts and emails from "A", just the same.
I've checked the first 4 books from the library and I'm looking forward to trying to unravel the identity of the mystery writer as well as what really happened during "the Jenna thing". I also want to find out how these four girls evolve as they rekindle their 7th grade friendship. I'm looking forward to continuing this series.
The books are quick reads, enjoyable and well-crafted.
I've checked the first 4 books from the library and I'm looking forward to trying to unravel the identity of the mystery writer as well as what really happened during "the Jenna thing". I also want to find out how these four girls evolve as they rekindle their 7th grade friendship. I'm looking forward to continuing this series.
The books are quick reads, enjoyable and well-crafted.
As with Shepard's other series, "The Lying Game," this book started off the storyline a little too slowly. Every aspect of the situation felt that it was dragged out too long. That being said, I feel she has used this as a means to create well-developed characters. These characters make for an emotional connection from the reader. I hope that the following books pick up and become more psychologically thrilling and mind-bending.
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
medium-paced
Age: 7th-12th grade
Series
A tight-knit circle of five girls grow apart when Ali goes missing. Four years later, the remaining four find themselves drawn together again when a mystery person called A starts reminding them of their past deep, dark secrets and exposing their current lies.
This book is an incredibly fast read due to the four narrations that the author switches between and the tantalizing mystery of the all-knowing A. The biggest annoyance for me was the CONSTANT reminder that you are reading about a rich world. Brands out the wazoo. I would not suggest this for a more nonconformist chiquita, but this is an excellent soft read that has more depth than a flitty romance paperback. For a lighter novel, this book addresses identity (bulimia) and sexuality issues (lesbianism).
Series
A tight-knit circle of five girls grow apart when Ali goes missing. Four years later, the remaining four find themselves drawn together again when a mystery person called A starts reminding them of their past deep, dark secrets and exposing their current lies.
This book is an incredibly fast read due to the four narrations that the author switches between and the tantalizing mystery of the all-knowing A. The biggest annoyance for me was the CONSTANT reminder that you are reading about a rich world. Brands out the wazoo. I would not suggest this for a more nonconformist chiquita, but this is an excellent soft read that has more depth than a flitty romance paperback. For a lighter novel, this book addresses identity (bulimia) and sexuality issues (lesbianism).
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This was a totally fun, slightly naughty read. It reminds me a bit of Peyton Place-every generation needs their literary soap operas! Plus hot young teachers, gorgeous guys with English accents, pretty lesbians imported from Cali, and dangerous mystery-the book is way to fantastical to worry about it. If you're a teen, it's more fun if your parents don't know that you are reading these books. And if you're a parent who knows there teen/tween is reading them-chill-there is nothing to worry about.
