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3.61 AVERAGE
3.61 AVERAGE
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I listened to Princess in the Spotlight on audio while traveling. Again we have Anne Hathaway as a narrator which is amazing. It was a light read that allowed me to focus on driving while listening.
Princess in the Spotlight begins shortly after The Princess Diaries ends. Mia is given yet another shocking piece of news to start off the book: her mother is pregnant. The surprises don’t stop there, though. Mia is scheduled for a primetime interview, her grandmother is interfering, and someone is sending her love letters.
Most of Mia’s focus in this book is on her relationship status, or lack thereof. It is as though she does not feel that she is complete without a boyfriend and she is only a high school freshman. It is ridiculous and actually sad that this is the way Mia is choosing to define herself.
Then Mia’s maternal grandparents from Iowa show up in New York City with Mia’s cousin Hank. This side of Mia’s family is very different from her father and Grandmere. Once we have met the grandparents Thermopolis, it is crazy to think that Mia’s mother is their daughter. They are nothing alike.
To me, this book was just okay. The characters are still developing as they learn more about themselves, mainly Mia. In all, this was just an easy re-read for me.
This review first appeared at Orandi et Legendi.
Princess in the Spotlight begins shortly after The Princess Diaries ends. Mia is given yet another shocking piece of news to start off the book: her mother is pregnant. The surprises don’t stop there, though. Mia is scheduled for a primetime interview, her grandmother is interfering, and someone is sending her love letters.
Most of Mia’s focus in this book is on her relationship status, or lack thereof. It is as though she does not feel that she is complete without a boyfriend and she is only a high school freshman. It is ridiculous and actually sad that this is the way Mia is choosing to define herself.
Then Mia’s maternal grandparents from Iowa show up in New York City with Mia’s cousin Hank. This side of Mia’s family is very different from her father and Grandmere. Once we have met the grandparents Thermopolis, it is crazy to think that Mia’s mother is their daughter. They are nothing alike.
To me, this book was just okay. The characters are still developing as they learn more about themselves, mainly Mia. In all, this was just an easy re-read for me.
This review first appeared at Orandi et Legendi.
I can't t help it, I know I'm not 14 or whatever, but it's a cute series.
2nd enstallment in one of my favourite childhood book series. I love the series but in terms of this book, it's not one of my favourite in the series so that's why it gets 4 stars. Fun, quick, entertaining read though.
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
This is a solid second entry, though it annoys me how much of a step back . The reveal that adds another fun layer to the story, as we see Mia start to deal with that, which continues to develop her character.
Overall, it's a nice book, but certainly not my favorite of the series. It moves the plot along though as more important characters are introduced.
Spoiler
the development of the relationship between Mia and Michael takes, and the relationship between Mia and Kenny is clearly an attempt to just pass timeSpoiler
her mother is pregnantOverall, it's a nice book, but certainly not my favorite of the series. It moves the plot along though as more important characters are introduced.
funny
lighthearted
I have officially turned into some crazed, sappy teenaged girl because I am now obsessed with the Princess Diaries. However, even though these books are pink and frilly looking, there's nothing horribly girly about them. Yes, there's love interests running through it, but Mia is in highschool so it's expected. There are so many humorous moments, too. Her friend Lilly's insane way of looking at the world and her television show keep me laughing the entire time, and yes, I am secretly hoping that Mia and Michael get together in the end.