Review: The Carrie Diaries (The Carrie Diaries, #1) by Candace Bushnell

The Carrie Diaries by Candace Bushnell
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

"The Carrie Diaries" delves into the earlier years of Carrie Bradshaw, before she became a renowned social observer in the City. Set in her senior year of high school in suburban Connecticut, the story follows Carrie and her tight-knit group of friends, including Walt, Lali, Maggie, and the Mouse. Amidst the typical high school dynamics of popular Jens, jocks, and the privileged Jets, a new presence enters Carrie's life: Sebastian Kydd.

Sebastian is an intriguing and unpredictable older bad boy who captivates Carrie's attention. She embarks on the relationship she had always dreamed of having during her high school years. However, when a friend's betrayal shakes her world, Carrie begins to question everything she thought she knew. As her days in high school draw to a close, Carrie realizes it's time to pursue her deepest desires and go after everything she has ever wanted. This coming-of-age story unveils the transformative journey that shapes Carrie Bradshaw into the iconic figure she becomes.

Not as exciting as the whole Sex and the City exploits. Even though this IS a teen drama book I got fed up with all of the whining and ridiculous attitude of the characters. Maybe I am just getting too old to deal with this crap but it was overly much for me.

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Review: The Casual Vacancy by J.K. Rowling

The Casual Vacancy by J.K. Rowling
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

When Barry Fairbrother dies the small town's dirty laundry starts to air (not literally).

I thought this was going to be an entertaining murder mystery. I was sorely dissappointed! Not only were the characters flat but the boring was so boring it was hard to get through. I would not recommend this book to anybody.

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Review: The Cellar by Natasha Preston

The Cellar by Natasha Preston
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After the disappearance of sixteen-year-old Summer Robinson in the peaceful town of Long Thorpe, both her loved ones and the community are left shattered. The police launch a thorough search and investigation, but their efforts yield no leads or clues, causing hope for Summer's safe return to diminish.

Meanwhile, Colin Brown, a thirty-year-old solicitor with a troubled and abusive past, leads a solitary existence following his mother's passing. Adopting the name Clover, Colin grapples with a profound yearning for an ideal family and a moral compass. In his relentless pursuit of this elusive dream, Clover resorts to drastic measures.

This story encapsulates the journey of a young girl facing the perils of a cruel world. Although Summer's initial actions may have been unwise, her subsequent months were a testament to her unwavering strength and resilience.

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