Girl, 15, Charming but Insane

Arch and amusing. Limb sometimes seems to be writing for an adult audience. Silly plot that manages to be universal. I read several bits aloud.
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This is actually the second time I've read this, but I enjoyed it even more this time. This would be great for those who love the Georgia Nicholson books even though it's not in a diary style. Now I have to try and get my hands on the other two in this trilogy. ( )

There is considerable wit in this one, but all of the reactions to circumstances just didn't ring true. Jess obsesses and interprets incorrectly most of the straightforward happenings, and then blows off the more important stuff. Even with Kellgren at the helm, this was a frustrating listen.

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I honestly had no idea what to expect when I picked up this book at the library. I just glanced at the back read a little of the synopsis and said, “Sure, why not”. I was pleasantly surprised. I enjoyed the witty repartee of Jess, especially with ‘longtime friend Fred’. Jess had a huge imagination that leaked over into real her life in so many ways. It was a refreshing change of pace reading this obviously British book because of the different terms and slang used throughout the story. The storyline was predictable, but light-hearted fun. Jess was a little frustrating as a character, as I kept having to remind myself she was only 15 and I am sure at that age I was not the brightest light-bulb in the box either. The writing style flowed well and the storyline was easy to follow. Even though this book is about a fifteen year old I would recommend it for older teens and up because it does have underage drinking and the occasional crude comment or sexual reference. ( )