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3.53 AVERAGE
3.53 AVERAGE
A great premise, interesting characters and a very sweet romance. Lots of funny moments courtesy of Finn. I see this as more of a 3.5, but I was disappointed with all of the pointless 're-cap' conversations with the best friend that definitely felt like filler. There were a lot of interesting angles with the parent storyline that would have been nice to see explored in more depth.
I have to admit up front that I was somewhat wary of reading another Elizabeth Scott book, but I know that's solely because the only other book of hers that I've read is Living Dead Girl, which I found really disturbing.
However, I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed Something, Maybe. Hannah was a likable character, and even though her situation was quite unusual and a more sensationalized than the norm, I enjoyed what it represented when it came to relationships and people.
While there was some heavy topics, dealing with loss and absentee and selfish parents, it was also funny with lighthearted moments that helped to balance things out.
This was one of those books where I found myself going through a range of emotions, but walking away in the end with a smile on my face. This was a great, quick read that's perfect for a lazy summer day.
However, I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed Something, Maybe. Hannah was a likable character, and even though her situation was quite unusual and a more sensationalized than the norm, I enjoyed what it represented when it came to relationships and people.
While there was some heavy topics, dealing with loss and absentee and selfish parents, it was also funny with lighthearted moments that helped to balance things out.
This was one of those books where I found myself going through a range of emotions, but walking away in the end with a smile on my face. This was a great, quick read that's perfect for a lazy summer day.
This book is very different.. It was a quick read for sure!
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Something, Maybe is simply great. I really like Hannah and her courage. The book is mostly focused on the romance (or lack-there-of in the beginning). It’s funny and heartfelt in a way that I hadn't expected.
First about the romance: Hannah starts out being low-key and all gaga over Josh. She wants to be more like Josh or like one of his typical girlfriends. Hannah never truly conforms to anyone so no need to worry there. You know Finn has a crush on her and in the book he does all these great things for her. Somehow she doesn't realize this, I honestly don't know how but it's true. Josh seems to show interest in her as the book goes on but you don't know Josh's intentions clearly until near the end.
Her parents are another story. She doesn't want to be either of her parents and succeeds in doing so. I could understand her despite being very different from her. When she was with her dad, I was right along with her feeling angry, happy, or sad. I think Jose (her late step-dad) was perfect even though you never get to meet him. Her mom isn't very mom-like but I could still see her as a grownup -sometimes.
Hannah is smart at handling dim-wits and can take a few punches so she is overall a terrific protagonist. The book was pretty predictable but that never really bothers me. The only thing was that I think is it focused a lot on the romance. Other than that is was great. Not to mention all the excellent dialogue.
First about the romance: Hannah starts out being low-key and all gaga over Josh. She wants to be more like Josh or like one of his typical girlfriends. Hannah never truly conforms to anyone so no need to worry there. You know Finn has a crush on her and in the book he does all these great things for her. Somehow she doesn't realize this, I honestly don't know how but it's true. Josh seems to show interest in her as the book goes on but you don't know Josh's intentions clearly until near the end.
Her parents are another story. She doesn't want to be either of her parents and succeeds in doing so. I could understand her despite being very different from her. When she was with her dad, I was right along with her feeling angry, happy, or sad. I think Jose (her late step-dad) was perfect even though you never get to meet him. Her mom isn't very mom-like but I could still see her as a grownup -sometimes.
Hannah is smart at handling dim-wits and can take a few punches so she is overall a terrific protagonist. The book was pretty predictable but that never really bothers me. The only thing was that I think is it focused a lot on the romance. Other than that is was great. Not to mention all the excellent dialogue.
From the beginning you are hooked. Just read the jacket blurb. Hannah is the daughter of playboyisk father and her mother was one of what you'd call one of his "girls". Doesn't it make you wonder how a child like this would turn out? I was intrigued and totally dived in to see what Hannah had to offer.
Hannah does all things possible to deflect any kind of attention, but she would like a certain someone's attention and that someone is Josh. Josh is sensitive, smart, caring and extremely cute or is he? Hannah is a bit of a loner, because of all the wrong kind of notice she got when she first arrived in Slaterville. In a way she has to keep up the image of not having one. Ironic but true. Through all her conflicting feelings for her father, Josh, and Finn you still admire her. At times I felt like grabbing her blond hair (that she always complained about) and bash it against a wall repeatedly. I mean that in the best way possible. Basically to get her to see sense. Like I said earlier I still was fond of her despite that. Everything was practically done flawlessly. From her job at BurgerTown to the most intimate things like her stepfather Jose. I did knock off a star though because even though I got why her mom still ran her site and all (they are always strapped for money) but I really doubt she could enjoy doing that. It's just seems very much like being used.
The dialogue is to die for. Seriously is there another adjective for hilarious? I laughed almost every other page. Finn is totally priceless . He's perfect for Hannah. He buys her food (always a plus and you'll see why I mention it), "accidentally" injures people on her behalf, and really gets who she is even if she doesn't want to believe he does.
Favorite part is the rock scene. I had to read back at that part and laugh all over again. The gift in the end is incredibly sweet. Fellas you need to take a hint or two from The Finn. Yes I put a the in front of his name because he totally deserves it. The book ends realistically but oh so satisfying.
Hannah does all things possible to deflect any kind of attention, but she would like a certain someone's attention and that someone is Josh. Josh is sensitive, smart, caring and extremely cute or is he? Hannah is a bit of a loner, because of all the wrong kind of notice she got when she first arrived in Slaterville. In a way she has to keep up the image of not having one. Ironic but true. Through all her conflicting feelings for her father, Josh, and Finn you still admire her. At times I felt like grabbing her blond hair (that she always complained about) and bash it against a wall repeatedly. I mean that in the best way possible. Basically to get her to see sense. Like I said earlier I still was fond of her despite that. Everything was practically done flawlessly. From her job at BurgerTown to the most intimate things like her stepfather Jose. I did knock off a star though because even though I got why her mom still ran her site and all (they are always strapped for money) but I really doubt she could enjoy doing that. It's just seems very much like being used.
The dialogue is to die for. Seriously is there another adjective for hilarious? I laughed almost every other page. Finn is totally priceless . He's perfect for Hannah. He buys her food (always a plus and you'll see why I mention it), "accidentally" injures people on her behalf, and really gets who she is even if she doesn't want to believe he does.
Favorite part is the rock scene. I had to read back at that part and laugh all over again. The gift in the end is incredibly sweet. Fellas you need to take a hint or two from The Finn. Yes I put a the in front of his name because he totally deserves it. The book ends realistically but oh so satisfying.
I really liked this book, it reminded me, as the back cover reviews for the author's previous books had said, of Sarah Dessen. That said, the author had a different handle on plots than Sarah, and though it wasn't a bad thing, I found that I didn't know Hannah (it took me a minute to remember her name, as further proof) as well as Remy, or Ruby. The secondary characters also weren't as strong. That said, it was a sweet story overall, even though you could kind of tell the ending from the beginning. It's a relatively quick, good read. :)
lighthearted
fast-paced
My Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars.
My Overall Thoughts/Impressions: This was my first Elizabeth Scott novel. I actually really enjoyed it. I have heard more about some of Scott's darker novels and so I was surprised to learn that she wrote Something, Maybe too.
Hannah has mastered the art of being invisible—well not literally, but for the most part everybody seems to ignore her. She prefers it that way. When your dad is famous for a party tv show where he loves girls half his age and your mom is famous for being in an ad where she was only wearing a pizza box, you learn to keep quiet.
Hannah isn't famous. She isn't wealthy. In fact, she works at BurgerTown and drives a car so pathetic that her co-worker Finn is always worried it's going to break down. But she gets to work with Josh. She's decided that Josh is perfect. He drinks coffee, reads sophisticated books, and writes poetry. And he's her soulmate. He just doesn't know it yet, but one day he will.
Hannah was a character who I found surprisingly easy to relate to. Yet, we had nothing in common. So why could I relate to her? Because Scott was a master at her character building and her writing just drew me in so completely. I really felt like I was in Hannah's head. I love those types of books—the ones that really delve into a character's mind.
Okay, I hated Josh form the get-go. He was pompous, pretentious, and a phony. I could never see what Hannah saw in him. He just seemed like such an arrogant jerk the whole time. And he never really understood or knew anything about Hannah.
And then there was Finn who was always there being nice to her, protecting her, making her laugh, and just knowing what she needed. Finn was just such a great guy. I wouldn't mind meeting a guy like him.
Elizabeth Scott has definitely earned her place as an incredible author. Something, Maybe was a cute, fun YA story, but it stood out to me more than most because of the insane family dynamics that Scott set up. It delved into more serious issues and some slightly more gritty topics but did so in an appropriate manner, or in a way that would not make me discourage people from reading this one.
So why 3.5 out of 5 stars? This is a hard one to answer. I really enjoyed this novel, in cas you hadn't already noticed. It was fun, enjoyable, and had a deeper message than a lot of YA novels I read. However, when I compare it to novels like Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson or The Story of a Girl by Sara Zarr, it just doesn't have quite the same punch. Those stories had me near tears and this one just didn't.
And it just wasn't as cute as some of the other YA novels I've read that received a 4. So basically, I loved it, but it lacked that extra something to be a 4.
In Summary: Elizabeth Scott's Something, Maybe is beautifully written and follows quirky characters living an insane life that will make to laugh. Plus, there's a deeper underlining theme that I fell in love with from the get-go.
Warnings/Side-notes: Several mild sexual references. This book sounds like it's going to be gritty and dark and a book for more mature readers, but really this book is one I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to even younger young adult readers.
The Wrap-up: I really liked this one. Scott is an incredible writer and I for one am excited to read more of her novels. It looks like Scott doesn't have a problem tackling the grittier issues that most people shy away from and I love that. Definitely loved this book. If you like quirky, fun YA with a deeper underlining meaning, then check out this one.
My Overall Thoughts/Impressions: This was my first Elizabeth Scott novel. I actually really enjoyed it. I have heard more about some of Scott's darker novels and so I was surprised to learn that she wrote Something, Maybe too.
Hannah has mastered the art of being invisible—well not literally, but for the most part everybody seems to ignore her. She prefers it that way. When your dad is famous for a party tv show where he loves girls half his age and your mom is famous for being in an ad where she was only wearing a pizza box, you learn to keep quiet.
Hannah isn't famous. She isn't wealthy. In fact, she works at BurgerTown and drives a car so pathetic that her co-worker Finn is always worried it's going to break down. But she gets to work with Josh. She's decided that Josh is perfect. He drinks coffee, reads sophisticated books, and writes poetry. And he's her soulmate. He just doesn't know it yet, but one day he will.
Hannah was a character who I found surprisingly easy to relate to. Yet, we had nothing in common. So why could I relate to her? Because Scott was a master at her character building and her writing just drew me in so completely. I really felt like I was in Hannah's head. I love those types of books—the ones that really delve into a character's mind.
Okay, I hated Josh form the get-go. He was pompous, pretentious, and a phony. I could never see what Hannah saw in him. He just seemed like such an arrogant jerk the whole time. And he never really understood or knew anything about Hannah.
And then there was Finn who was always there being nice to her, protecting her, making her laugh, and just knowing what she needed. Finn was just such a great guy. I wouldn't mind meeting a guy like him.
Elizabeth Scott has definitely earned her place as an incredible author. Something, Maybe was a cute, fun YA story, but it stood out to me more than most because of the insane family dynamics that Scott set up. It delved into more serious issues and some slightly more gritty topics but did so in an appropriate manner, or in a way that would not make me discourage people from reading this one.
So why 3.5 out of 5 stars? This is a hard one to answer. I really enjoyed this novel, in cas you hadn't already noticed. It was fun, enjoyable, and had a deeper message than a lot of YA novels I read. However, when I compare it to novels like Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson or The Story of a Girl by Sara Zarr, it just doesn't have quite the same punch. Those stories had me near tears and this one just didn't.
And it just wasn't as cute as some of the other YA novels I've read that received a 4. So basically, I loved it, but it lacked that extra something to be a 4.
In Summary: Elizabeth Scott's Something, Maybe is beautifully written and follows quirky characters living an insane life that will make to laugh. Plus, there's a deeper underlining theme that I fell in love with from the get-go.
Warnings/Side-notes: Several mild sexual references. This book sounds like it's going to be gritty and dark and a book for more mature readers, but really this book is one I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to even younger young adult readers.
The Wrap-up: I really liked this one. Scott is an incredible writer and I for one am excited to read more of her novels. It looks like Scott doesn't have a problem tackling the grittier issues that most people shy away from and I love that. Definitely loved this book. If you like quirky, fun YA with a deeper underlining meaning, then check out this one.