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priss's review
4.0
4/5. Cute and fluffy, although a little bit clichéd. A quick and sweet read, which I liked!
aprilbooksandwine's review
4.0
I’ve read all of Lauren Morrill’s books that she has released so far, and I have to say that they really do hit the spot for me. My Unscripted Life, her latest book certainly did the trick as well. Read my full review here Review goes live 10/6/2016
angelcwrites's review
2.0
I'm struggling to feel anything for this novel. It was fine, but not very riveting for me.
ajillionbooks's review
5.0
This is a sweet YA story about a small town girl and a pop star-turned actor. Dee and Milo meet on the set of the new movie he's filming in her town. Dee has just been turned down for a summer art class and Milo is reeling from a big break up. When they become friends, they both begin to see life with fresh eyes.
Lots of laughs, great dialogue, and wonderfully flawed characters make this one of my favorite Lauren Morrill stories yet.
Lots of laughs, great dialogue, and wonderfully flawed characters make this one of my favorite Lauren Morrill stories yet.
acdom's review
3.0
First, thanks to NetGalley for providing me with an ARC!
I was so excited to get approved for this one, because Lauren Morrill is a) a delightful human being, as indicated by her Twitter, and b) can always be counted on for a super cute YA contemp. Unfortunately, I was left disappointed at this one. I'm going to put my thoughts under a cut because they're most spoilery.
NOPE NOPITY NOPE to instalove. I can't handle it. I get that's the crux of the story, that he's just in town for a short period of time and the story has to move fast, but it was totally implausible. They kiss TWICE and suddenly Dee thinks they're dating. Sister, no.
Not to mention, she already has this vision of what their relationship would be before they even met. That's just super creepy and too perfect of a set up.
And then he moves there to be with her? Dude, she's a senior in high school. She needs to live her life and get through high school before she's saddled with a boyfriend with his own fancy estate.
Also, from his description of his career, I only saw Justin Bieber as Milo, which grossed me out.
I'm going to continue to read anything Lauren Morrill writes, because she's mostly winners with me, but this one definitely didn't do it for me.
I was so excited to get approved for this one, because Lauren Morrill is a) a delightful human being, as indicated by her Twitter, and b) can always be counted on for a super cute YA contemp. Unfortunately, I was left disappointed at this one. I'm going to put my thoughts under a cut because they're most spoilery.
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NOPE NOPITY NOPE to instalove. I can't handle it. I get that's the crux of the story, that he's just in town for a short period of time and the story has to move fast, but it was totally implausible. They kiss TWICE and suddenly Dee thinks they're dating. Sister, no.
Not to mention, she already has this vision of what their relationship would be before they even met. That's just super creepy and too perfect of a set up.
And then he moves there to be with her? Dude, she's a senior in high school. She needs to live her life and get through high school before she's saddled with a boyfriend with his own fancy estate.
Also, from his description of his career, I only saw Justin Bieber as Milo, which grossed me out.
I'm going to continue to read anything Lauren Morrill writes, because she's mostly winners with me, but this one definitely didn't do it for me.
ndjrpgs's review against another edition
3.0
I didn't have very high expectations because of the lower rating but was pleasantly surprised. I liked the setting of the movie set and liked our main character (even if I've already forgot her name, cheeez) and her parents/best friend. The romance.. well what to say than that yes it's super unrealistic and I'm not sure if I really like his great gesture in the end.
N.E.W.T.s 2019: Muggle Studies A: Cover that includes an actual photo element.
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I mean if/when they break up she loses her favourite spot in the world so that would suck, right?N.E.W.T.s 2019: Muggle Studies A: Cover that includes an actual photo element.
pagingserenity's review
3.0
It was cute but cliche. While it was a sweet, quick read, it was also sooo predictable. I did enjoy the epilogue, though.
laur3n_h's review
3.0
THIS WAS SO CRINGY AND WAS A RANDOM READ BUT I SOMEWHAT ENJOYED IT!?
Picking this up was literally so random and I just wanted a little break from life to read a cliche book and so I did. I actually enjoyed this despite it being overdramatic and cringy. I wouldn't say it's a good book but I liked it.
Picking this up was literally so random and I just wanted a little break from life to read a cliche book and so I did. I actually enjoyed this despite it being overdramatic and cringy. I wouldn't say it's a good book but I liked it.
denizyildiz's review
3.0
3.5 Stars
DAMN. I really really need that halfstar today! Because this is firmly between good and great.
Now I don't know if I should round up or down...
Aaany WAY.
My Unscripted Life is a perfect example for what I like to call a cute & fluffy. Well written novel with a cute romance, preferably some swooning and a hottie, but mostly very entertaining light hearted reading. Basically just get on and enjoy the ride. Don't think too much. It's kinda like a booky happy place.
I got all that from MUL. So totally what I expected.
It's well written. It's by Morrill, I didn't expect anything else to be honest. There are some beautiful description of Georgia. Interesting and accurate descriptions of film sets. There is some fun humor and cute banter. It made me smile and even laugh. Some awesome scenes to be sure.
I love Dee. She is the archetypical teen girl. You know like all of us. A tad melodramatic ( way too much at times), kinda obsessive, unsure and yet thinks she knows everything only to discover she doesn't. Sometimes insecure, opinionated and generally unique.
Morrill created a fascinating, likeable character. Her struggles and insecurities are relatable. She is interesting and fun. As I said I simply loved her.
The support cast was interesting- but at times fell a bit short. I mean we don't really get to know any of them very well. Though there are many sweet moments, where Dee connects with them and we get a glimpse of them. This is mostly a Dee-train, I guess since it is written from her POV it is kind inevitable but I kinda wanted more about the other characters, especially Milo.
He is cute, he is a hottie I grant you that. But what do I actually know about him? Uhm, frankly not much more than what Dee got off google.
Which is where the story line - while super cute and with a swoony ending- falls short as well. I didn't get where he was coming from. And the changes at the end? I was a bit well, flabbergasted. I mean hello? teenager?! And then I was left with the question of what he will do when she follows her plan?
The big romance, it kinda happened over two dates. And I was left wishing there was more. Because like this it feels too surreal and impossible.
But saying that, I also should mention I only realised that when I sat down to write a review. Basically, totally cute & fluffy. Read, enjoy - swoon- but DON'T think.
There is a side theme however, which is her plans for the future. I absolutely love those parts of the story. Very inspiring!
Fun, cute, enjoyable and well written, even if there are a few questions I was left with, great cute & fluffy.
DAMN. I really really need that halfstar today! Because this is firmly between good and great.
Now I don't know if I should round up or down...
Aaany WAY.
My Unscripted Life is a perfect example for what I like to call a cute & fluffy. Well written novel with a cute romance, preferably some swooning and a hottie, but mostly very entertaining light hearted reading. Basically just get on and enjoy the ride. Don't think too much. It's kinda like a booky happy place.
I got all that from MUL. So totally what I expected.
It's well written. It's by Morrill, I didn't expect anything else to be honest. There are some beautiful description of Georgia. Interesting and accurate descriptions of film sets. There is some fun humor and cute banter. It made me smile and even laugh. Some awesome scenes to be sure.
I love Dee. She is the archetypical teen girl. You know like all of us. A tad melodramatic ( way too much at times), kinda obsessive, unsure and yet thinks she knows everything only to discover she doesn't. Sometimes insecure, opinionated and generally unique.
Morrill created a fascinating, likeable character. Her struggles and insecurities are relatable. She is interesting and fun. As I said I simply loved her.
The support cast was interesting- but at times fell a bit short. I mean we don't really get to know any of them very well. Though there are many sweet moments, where Dee connects with them and we get a glimpse of them. This is mostly a Dee-train, I guess since it is written from her POV it is kind inevitable but I kinda wanted more about the other characters, especially Milo.
He is cute, he is a hottie I grant you that. But what do I actually know about him? Uhm, frankly not much more than what Dee got off google.
Which is where the story line - while super cute and with a swoony ending- falls short as well. I didn't get where he was coming from. And the changes at the end? I was a bit well, flabbergasted. I mean hello? teenager?! And then I was left with the question of what he will do when she follows her plan?
The big romance, it kinda happened over two dates. And I was left wishing there was more. Because like this it feels too surreal and impossible.
But saying that, I also should mention I only realised that when I sat down to write a review. Basically, totally cute & fluffy. Read, enjoy - swoon- but DON'T think.
There is a side theme however, which is her plans for the future. I absolutely love those parts of the story. Very inspiring!
Fun, cute, enjoyable and well written, even if there are a few questions I was left with, great cute & fluffy.