This book made me feel better about my book reviews. Why? Because as I was reading, I couldn't help but think that this novel seemed like it was written just to be made into a movie. Yes, of course, I did notice that the cover sported an actress and that it was soon to be a movie, but that's not unusual if the book was a reprint and a movie tie-in.

It wasn't until I had a few chapters left that I noted: based on the screenplay. Ha!

The story of Ryden is cute and lightweight. It has an ensemble of wacky characters who behave in an off-beat manner and seem to have no deep emotions tied to their actions. If you're looking for a book to read while lazing on the beach and don't mind too much in-your-face-ness (think extreme movie cuteness and zaniness, not book level cute and zany) about it, this would suit. Just don't expect much more than that. ( )

I laughed and laughed - quite surprisingly really since I thought I was getting the DVD with Rory Gilmore, not a book... but when the grandmother started walking around with her label maker, deciding who was going to get what when she died - I lost it. My grandmother did the same thing but with sticky notes.

I needed a laugh today. It's probably not as good as I think it is right now but it was just what the doctor ordered. ( )

This was a very cute read. ( )

Its the most important moment in your life and your best friend is by your side. Unfortunately your family are creating an embarrassing sceptical of themselves, just at the moment you are taking the stage to accept your diploma. Why couldn't they have forgotten all about this and just stayed at home...?

When Ryden was very young she had come up with "the Plan". It was a simple plan, do well in high school, get collage scholarship, and try not to get too drunk too often. So far in her life everything had gone according to that plan. Until the moment she was about to complete step four, and get everything she thought she wanted.

The last and most important part of "the Plan" had been to land her dream job. Unfortunately for Ryden this was the one thing she had no control over. Interview after interview had been one disaster after another. Ryden now found herself broke, unemployed and moving back in with her family.

Post Grad is not just about what happens after collage but is about life, love and figuring out what it is that you really want. There are some very funny moments, as well as some very cringe-worthy moments, and overall it's not a bad book. However it is somewhat clichéd so expect your typical Hollywood ending. ( )

Reviewed by LadyJay for TeensReadToo.com

Ryden Malby has just graduated from college. She has her whole life ahead of her, and she also has it completely planned out. Her English degree is going to help her land a fancy job at Happerman & Browning, a publishing house in L.A.

Of course, nothing seems to be working out according to plan. Ryden's arch-nemesis, Jessica, steals her job right out from under her, she is forced to move back in with her wacky family, and she doesn't know how to deal with her extremely attractive neighbor, David, who is twelve years her senior.

Through all of this, Ryden finds solace with her best friend, Adam. Adam is also facing some tough decisions; go to Columbia University and become a lawyer, or follow his dream of making music. Adam is also coming to terms with his feelings for Ryden, and she is unsure of how to move forward with their relationship.

Emily Cassel has written a fresh and funny novel about making it in the real world. Ryden and Adam are lovable characters, while Ryden's dysfunctional, yet supportive family members are laugh-out-loud funny.

Since Cassel's protagonist is a little older, high school students may not be able to relate to the problems she is facing. I think that seniors and college grads will love this novel. They will be able to identify and appreciate Ryden's struggle to make it on her own.

Also, be on the lookout for the movie version of POST GRAD. I'm sure it won't disappoint! ( )