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mehsi's review against another edition
5.0
Spies + modelling = 2 things combined that I loved. I adore spy books, I love books about modelling and this one combines the two in a perfect harmony.
Jessica is a great character, though at times I was shaking my head at her. She jumps to conclusions instantly, never caring to check if they are true or not, and even when people talk to her about them, or try to tell her otherwise, she is stubborn and keeps to her views. It was at times frustrating, especially as it caused her harm and brought her in danger.
But Jessica is also a great girl, strong, determined and fun. Though I have to say, when I read she was 14-years old, I didn't believe it at all. This girl doesn't act like that, if I would have to pin a year to her it would be 16. She too mature and acts way to different from what a 14-year old would do.
I loved her wits, I loved how she can spin a story and get her way. She is also awesome in modelling, though I wonder if she truly likes it or just does it for the money. Mostly I can see that she really likes it, but at times she doesn't treat it as something that is fun, something that not everyone gets a chance to do.
And she is a terrific spy, but that is logical after we find out certain things about her family. :) Of course, I won't say what, you will just have to read the book to find out!
Her best friend, though we didn't see her that much, was a fun character and she seems the kind of girl who will do anything for her friends, not even looking strange when stuff happens that normally doesn't happen in life.
Jamie, I do hope we will see more of him in the later books.
The story is fantastic, it takes place in the UK, but also in France. It was great fun to see her run through both countries, trying to solve a mystery, trying to find her dad. Her adventures in Paris were fantastically fun, and I had fun running and walking along with her, hunting for clues, finding what she needs to find.
There is a lot of excitement, because of course spying isn't without danger, add to that that our main girl has a few people stalking her, a chaperone and also some baddies following her. The book starts off with excitement, but that excitement grows bigger when Jessica finds out stuff about her dad, about her family, about the people who are supposed to protect her. There are murder attempts, there is a whole lot of spying and trying to be unseen by those that wander around.
I loved all the gadgets and what they could do. Man, I wish I had some of those things, it would be amazing.
The ending was a blast, so much is happening there and it was just amazing, I was sad to see the book end, luckily it brought a nice twist (though, I have to admit a lot of stuff did point to that person) and I can't wait for the second book to arrive at my home (I bought it immediately when I was halfway through this book).
Would I recommend this book? Yes, yes I would. If you like spying, or if you like modelling, or if you even like both, I would recommend it!
Review first posted at http://twirlingbookprincess.com/
Jessica is a great character, though at times I was shaking my head at her. She jumps to conclusions instantly, never caring to check if they are true or not, and even when people talk to her about them, or try to tell her otherwise, she is stubborn and keeps to her views. It was at times frustrating, especially as it caused her harm and brought her in danger.
But Jessica is also a great girl, strong, determined and fun. Though I have to say, when I read she was 14-years old, I didn't believe it at all. This girl doesn't act like that, if I would have to pin a year to her it would be 16. She too mature and acts way to different from what a 14-year old would do.
I loved her wits, I loved how she can spin a story and get her way. She is also awesome in modelling, though I wonder if she truly likes it or just does it for the money. Mostly I can see that she really likes it, but at times she doesn't treat it as something that is fun, something that not everyone gets a chance to do.
And she is a terrific spy, but that is logical after we find out certain things about her family. :) Of course, I won't say what, you will just have to read the book to find out!
Her best friend, though we didn't see her that much, was a fun character and she seems the kind of girl who will do anything for her friends, not even looking strange when stuff happens that normally doesn't happen in life.
Jamie, I do hope we will see more of him in the later books.
The story is fantastic, it takes place in the UK, but also in France. It was great fun to see her run through both countries, trying to solve a mystery, trying to find her dad. Her adventures in Paris were fantastically fun, and I had fun running and walking along with her, hunting for clues, finding what she needs to find.
There is a lot of excitement, because of course spying isn't without danger, add to that that our main girl has a few people stalking her, a chaperone and also some baddies following her. The book starts off with excitement, but that excitement grows bigger when Jessica finds out stuff about her dad, about her family, about the people who are supposed to protect her. There are murder attempts, there is a whole lot of spying and trying to be unseen by those that wander around.
I loved all the gadgets and what they could do. Man, I wish I had some of those things, it would be amazing.
The ending was a blast, so much is happening there and it was just amazing, I was sad to see the book end, luckily it brought a nice twist (though, I have to admit a lot of stuff did point to that person) and I can't wait for the second book to arrive at my home (I bought it immediately when I was halfway through this book).
Would I recommend this book? Yes, yes I would. If you like spying, or if you like modelling, or if you even like both, I would recommend it!
Review first posted at http://twirlingbookprincess.com/
michalice's review against another edition
3.0
When I was contacted in regards to reviewing Code Red Lipstick I didn't hesitate in saying yes, it sounded like a fun read, with some really great detective work. The first chapter of the book had me worried over what was happening to Jessica, it also gave me a scene that I could not wait to reach and get the bigger picture.
Jessica is endearing, head strong and determined to find her dad, and clear his name. She manages to get her modelling company to snag her a job in Paris, giving her an alibi and enabling her to search for her father better. The beginning of Code Red Lipstick started out great and for the fist quarter of the book I was hooked, I needed to know what lengths Jessica would go to in order to get to Paris, how would she manage to worm her way out of the grips of MI6, and would her first mission be successful?
The characters of Code Red Lipstick were easy to like, some of them I instantly disliked, while some of them actually had me fooled over their intentions, and I like how Sarah has kept to guessing over who is on which side. The progression of the story was good, there were some parts I think it felt too rushed, but generally it was well paced and flowed well. However I thought that some things didn't seem believable. One example is she manages to sneak into a high security building without getting caught. Yes she has the use of some of her gadgets, but I find it highly unlikely that a teenager would be able to get away with doing this.
Code Red Lipstick was a good read that was enjoyable, but I do think I was expecting too much from it, I was expecting more than I actually got. However one thing is clear after reading Code Red Lipstick, I need her gadgets, an iPad that let's you view heat signatures, or magnetise things, a cool lipstick laser, and more. Sign me up to test out any of these.
Jessica is endearing, head strong and determined to find her dad, and clear his name. She manages to get her modelling company to snag her a job in Paris, giving her an alibi and enabling her to search for her father better. The beginning of Code Red Lipstick started out great and for the fist quarter of the book I was hooked, I needed to know what lengths Jessica would go to in order to get to Paris, how would she manage to worm her way out of the grips of MI6, and would her first mission be successful?
The characters of Code Red Lipstick were easy to like, some of them I instantly disliked, while some of them actually had me fooled over their intentions, and I like how Sarah has kept to guessing over who is on which side. The progression of the story was good, there were some parts I think it felt too rushed, but generally it was well paced and flowed well. However I thought that some things didn't seem believable. One example is she manages to sneak into a high security building without getting caught. Yes she has the use of some of her gadgets, but I find it highly unlikely that a teenager would be able to get away with doing this.
Code Red Lipstick was a good read that was enjoyable, but I do think I was expecting too much from it, I was expecting more than I actually got. However one thing is clear after reading Code Red Lipstick, I need her gadgets, an iPad that let's you view heat signatures, or magnetise things, a cool lipstick laser, and more. Sign me up to test out any of these.
lizeindisney's review against another edition
5.0
This book is full of twists and turns that kept me turning the page, and the ending made me want to go straight out and buy the next book. Had it not been quite late when I finished this book last night, I probably would have.
I loved Jessica's character, I thought she was a mixture of Harriet from Geek Girl and Cammie from the Gallagher Girls books - two of my favourite series! I really enjoyed reading this book and I can't wait to read the next one! I'm so glad it's already out, or else I'd be losing my mind waiting for it.
Full review at: http://lizebronwenreviews.blogspot.co.uk/2015/02/jessica-cole-model-spy-code-red.html
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I loved Jessica's character, I thought she was a mixture of Harriet from Geek Girl and Cammie from the Gallagher Girls books - two of my favourite series! I really enjoyed reading this book and I can't wait to read the next one! I'm so glad it's already out, or else I'd be losing my mind waiting for it.
Full review at: http://lizebronwenreviews.blogspot.co.uk/2015/02/jessica-cole-model-spy-code-red.html
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isthatmeshell's review against another edition
2.0
Enjoyable and easy to read but...
It was really predictable. Jessica frustrates me with her habit of jumping to conclusions, headstrongness, and refusal to listen to people.
Nathan was so obviously a good guy but she decided to mistrust him until the end of the book ugh.
It was really predictable. Jessica frustrates me with her habit of jumping to conclusions, headstrongness, and refusal to listen to people.
Nathan was so obviously a good guy but she decided to mistrust him until the end of the book ugh.
rosin1's review against another edition
3.0
Mixed fellings about this one, most of it felt really dragged, but the ending just really picked up the pace.
startingtospark's review
4.0
A brilliant original novel by Sarah Sky, Code Red Lipstick made me want to go back to being a teenager and having an ex-spy as my Dad- how badass and awesome would that be? Well I felt as if I was on this spy adventure with Jessica myself!
When Jessica's father disappears Jessica is given the code red and despite Jessica insisting on helping find her Dad, MI6 are having none of it- I mean she's just a teenager right? Well she may be a teen but she knows all the tricks in the book and decided to take matters in her own hands and sets off to Paris. On her own, the investigation draws Jessica into the dressing room of a former supermodel, Allegra Knight- who has a bit of bite! Teenosity a new product she is producing could be the downfall of young models worldwide.
Jessica is a hilarious female protagonist, a model slash a spy in training. She has style, a keen eye and cool make-up gadgets to help her find her Dad and warn off those trying to stop her. Jessica is the kind of girl who you would want to be best friends with, although her keen interest in everything may mean your secrets won't be safe for long!
I enjoyed the book being set in London with various locations you can familiarise yourself with, there were no typical French stereotypes in this novel which thankfully didn't make the book cliche. As someone who is no longer a teenager, I loved this book. It was fast paced, the plot made sense and the protagonist Jessica wasn't overbearing like I first thought she might be.
This book is fantastic for young girls who think themselves a little bit badass...even if it's in secret. It captures your imagination and made you wish to be a cool teen like Jessica was. What with her being a part time model for labels such as Chanel- jealous much!
I'm excited to carry on with this series and where it leads, I really do recommend this to not just teen's but those ladies who still love pretending they're a little younger than they are. A great read that I don't think anyone could dislike, it surprised me for being so well written and an addictive read!
When Jessica's father disappears Jessica is given the code red and despite Jessica insisting on helping find her Dad, MI6 are having none of it- I mean she's just a teenager right? Well she may be a teen but she knows all the tricks in the book and decided to take matters in her own hands and sets off to Paris. On her own, the investigation draws Jessica into the dressing room of a former supermodel, Allegra Knight- who has a bit of bite! Teenosity a new product she is producing could be the downfall of young models worldwide.
Jessica is a hilarious female protagonist, a model slash a spy in training. She has style, a keen eye and cool make-up gadgets to help her find her Dad and warn off those trying to stop her. Jessica is the kind of girl who you would want to be best friends with, although her keen interest in everything may mean your secrets won't be safe for long!
I enjoyed the book being set in London with various locations you can familiarise yourself with, there were no typical French stereotypes in this novel which thankfully didn't make the book cliche. As someone who is no longer a teenager, I loved this book. It was fast paced, the plot made sense and the protagonist Jessica wasn't overbearing like I first thought she might be.
This book is fantastic for young girls who think themselves a little bit badass...even if it's in secret. It captures your imagination and made you wish to be a cool teen like Jessica was. What with her being a part time model for labels such as Chanel- jealous much!
I'm excited to carry on with this series and where it leads, I really do recommend this to not just teen's but those ladies who still love pretending they're a little younger than they are. A great read that I don't think anyone could dislike, it surprised me for being so well written and an addictive read!
matildanotwormwood's review
past u gave this 5 stars (i don't even remember which of them it was)
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