Title: The IvyAuthors: Lauren Kunze and Rina Onur
Genre: Young Adult
Publication: August 2010
Source: Around the World Tours
This one's going to be short and sweet...
My Summary: It's Callie's freshman year at the elite Harvard University. Follow her and her three distinctly different roommates as they party, gossip, date, hook-up and get enmeshed in drama and scandal. There's secret societies, fights over boys, and so much more. "Welcome to the Ivy League..."
My Thoughts: Okay, I hate to say this, but this book was a really big let down for me. It sounds like it has all the right ingredients for a deliciously fun read, and I usually love books about college and drama, but this book really had no coherent story line. Rather, it was a bunch of little events and happenings all clumped together to make one book. I will say that most of the main characters were interesting and fleshed out quite well, but I just couldn't get into this book. There were a few story lines that ran throughout the whole book, but all in all, I just thought this book was very jumbled. I do think a lot of people will enjoy this series, but I really needed to see a stronger plot with much more depth in order for it to really capture me. I'd only recommend this to those looking for a quick and easy read, that aren't too concerned with strong plot development. It may be a good beach read... but I don't do the beach... too hot!
My Rating: 2/5
At least your honest about what doesn't work for you. This is definitely not my type of book but you're right, I'm sure there will be some that enjoy it. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the honest review! I've been wanting to read this one as I love the sound of it. I'll still read it, but maybe lower my expectations and save it for a time when I want a light read.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the honest review, Steph! This one does sound good, but a bit too light on the intrigue. Great review :)
ReplyDeleteI agree with you about the lack of storyline. I was so excited for a book set in college but this was not what I expected or wanted.
ReplyDeleteIt's a shame this novel flopped for you -- it does sound like it had the potential to be a great read.
ReplyDeleteHate it when that happens. I've read a lot of mixed reviews on this one, but I might have to give it a shot myself eventually and see for myself!
ReplyDeleteIt doesn't really sound like something I would like but the way it's written may make a good TV show or movie adaptation.
ReplyDeleteMan, I hate it when books don't live up to their expectations. Thanks for the honest review - I think I'll also give this one ago, but won't go out of my way to buy it.
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