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labunnywtf's review against another edition
3.0
The niece was a Belieber for a hot second. Despite my non-caring, I got her a book from the library, and put songs on her iPod, and went with it. Despite my teasing of her, I remember being a fangirl. Then as his popularity dwindled, she forgot all about the fangirling, and became convinced he sucks as a human being.
Oh, fame. So fickle.
I would love to have her read this book, to get her take on it. But...not all of the book. We could leave out the...mayonnaise-y bits.
Pardon me, regurgitating.
This was a pretty interesting read, I will say that. Not subtle, in the least, but interesting. And I feel like it's Bieber with a dash of Lohan, and a few other child actors thrown in for good measure.
Now instead of disliking the focus of the subject matter, I mostly just pity him, based on a fictional character. Interesting.
Oh, fame. So fickle.
I would love to have her read this book, to get her take on it. But...not all of the book. We could leave out the...mayonnaise-y bits.
Pardon me, regurgitating.
This was a pretty interesting read, I will say that. Not subtle, in the least, but interesting. And I feel like it's Bieber with a dash of Lohan, and a few other child actors thrown in for good measure.
Now instead of disliking the focus of the subject matter, I mostly just pity him, based on a fictional character. Interesting.
cami19's review against another edition
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
rockincook's review against another edition
4.0
Great little story about the challenges of fame told from the point of view of 11 year old Jonny Valentine, great read, and characters, like living through Biebers' eyes.
Great Stuff.
Great Stuff.
bethtmorris's review against another edition
2.0
Interesting concept/topic. OK execution. I kept waiting to make a connection with Jonny but it just didn't happen. I did think it gave a sympathetic view to being a young celebrity for which I would never wish on my worst enemy. Jane was a hard character to take but probably not far from the typical stage mom.
alison_marie's review against another edition
4.0
A captivating look at the celebrity and tabloid culture, as seen through the eyes of an 11-year-old Justin Bieber-esque pop star. It's both heartbreaking and hilarious.
kdurham2's review against another edition
5.0
Check out the full review at Kritters Ramblings
Call me a crazy teen pop fan, but I loved this book that is completely loosely based on the life of a teen pop star maybe like a certain Justin Bieber. As I grew up along side the likes of Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera, I may have a close affection for anything pop and teen! Jonathan Valentino or Jonny Valentine is a very very young 11 year old singing sensation who through YouTube has gotten a record deal and is in the middle of a tour across the U.S. The book takes you through the cities of his tour, along the road are quite a few antics with his momager, security, vocal coach, tutor and so many others that impact this teen heartthrob!
Call me a crazy teen pop fan, but I loved this book that is completely loosely based on the life of a teen pop star maybe like a certain Justin Bieber. As I grew up along side the likes of Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera, I may have a close affection for anything pop and teen! Jonathan Valentino or Jonny Valentine is a very very young 11 year old singing sensation who through YouTube has gotten a record deal and is in the middle of a tour across the U.S. The book takes you through the cities of his tour, along the road are quite a few antics with his momager, security, vocal coach, tutor and so many others that impact this teen heartthrob!
meghan111's review against another edition
4.0
I was captured, captivated, and convinced by this novel, which is told entirely in the voice of an 11-year old pop superstar named Jonny Valentine. The voice kept reminding me of [b:Room|7937843|Room|Emma Donoghue|http://d.gr-assets.com/books/1344265419s/7937843.jpg|9585076] by Emma Donoghue.
sarahbethbrown's review against another edition
4.0
This is a really fun book about a teenage pop star and the backstage maneuverings of show business, and a FANTASTIC book about an 11 year old. I have never read a book that better captured an 11 year old. Is Teddy Wayne actually a child? Does have a child in his house? He made Jonny Valentine so fully formed and empathetic. I really loved reading this book.
dianametzger's review against another edition
3.0
Entertaining and fast read. Didn't necessarily feel like it was truly the voice of an 11 year old boy, even a precocious one, but it was an enjoyable read for sure. Especially if you're into celebrity culture, it's a fun takedown.
viewtoakel's review against another edition
2.0
File Under: Books that everyone else seems to love, but Kel does not