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A review by alertnerd
More Than Just a Pretty Face by Syed M. Masood
funny
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
More Than Just a Pretty Face is described as being for fans of Becky Albertalli and Jenny Han and Syed M. Masood’s YA debut is witty, funny, adorable and heartwarming.
Danyal isn’t the brightest kid at his school and he may not be the best prospect for his long-time crush, Kaval. When he’s entered into the Renaissance Man -- his school’s yearly competition -- he must prove that he’s smarter than everyone thinks without giving up who he truly is and what is important to him. Danyal’s voice throughout the story is strong and what really drew me into the story. He’s funny, he’s unique, and as stated, he’s not the smartest. That combination makes for an endearing main character who’s fun to read.
When Danyal is introduced to Bisma -- a marriage prospect with a less than ideal past -- the chemistry between them is immediate. Their banter is witty and funny and adorable. The dialogue and the chemistry between all of Masood’s characters are what makes this book such a standout. Everyone felt real and they all felt like they were really friends.
Overall, More Than Just a Pretty Face is a quick, fun read with an underlying message that is very relevant to today’s world.
Danyal isn’t the brightest kid at his school and he may not be the best prospect for his long-time crush, Kaval. When he’s entered into the Renaissance Man -- his school’s yearly competition -- he must prove that he’s smarter than everyone thinks without giving up who he truly is and what is important to him. Danyal’s voice throughout the story is strong and what really drew me into the story. He’s funny, he’s unique, and as stated, he’s not the smartest. That combination makes for an endearing main character who’s fun to read.
When Danyal is introduced to Bisma -- a marriage prospect with a less than ideal past -- the chemistry between them is immediate. Their banter is witty and funny and adorable. The dialogue and the chemistry between all of Masood’s characters are what makes this book such a standout. Everyone felt real and they all felt like they were really friends.
Overall, More Than Just a Pretty Face is a quick, fun read with an underlying message that is very relevant to today’s world.