J. M. Steele
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The Taker por J. M. Steele
This is a really cute YA book that shows the differences between right and wrong (without any of that sex crap shoved in). I really enjoyed reading this book, and watching the characters develop into well rounded, better people (and the evil characters got what they deserved). Good book for teens, especially if they are gearing up for the SAT--this book might encourage them to study and NOT to try and cheat.
The Market is the familiar makeover plotline with a few unique twists that helped to keep it fresh and interesting.
Nothing eye-opening or spectacular, but I thought it was pretty creative. I don't know a lot about stocks and I'm not exactly sure if it all made sense - but I had fun reading about Kate's transformation. Somehow the Millbank Social Stock Market was actually a gambling contest where betting on the ordinary girl will become extraordinary would be a savvy investment to win over $25,000. Ironically the prettiest, most popular girls were considered conservative stocks.
The love triangle between Kate, her crush, and quiet boy in the corner seemed pretty typical. Quiet boy may seem perfect and funny, but forgive Kate as she overlooks you every time her crush comes into her line of vision. However, things got a little confusing for me as Kate tried to figure out which boy she liked more. I think J.M. Steele meant to do that on purpose, and I suppose it makes the scenario more believable. I mean, if you had to choose 2 boys, I am sure they would be confused and vulnerable as well.
I think The Market would have worked better as a movie - better visualization of Kate and the other "stocks." On the other hand, it probably works better in print since you can imagine your own queen bees as #1 stock.… (más)
Nothing eye-opening or spectacular, but I thought it was pretty creative. I don't know a lot about stocks and I'm not exactly sure if it all made sense - but I had fun reading about Kate's transformation. Somehow the Millbank Social Stock Market was actually a gambling contest where betting on the ordinary girl will become extraordinary would be a savvy investment to win over $25,000. Ironically the prettiest, most popular girls were considered conservative stocks.
The love triangle between Kate, her crush, and quiet boy in the corner seemed pretty typical. Quiet boy may seem perfect and funny, but forgive Kate as she overlooks you every time her crush comes into her line of vision. However, things got a little confusing for me as Kate tried to figure out which boy she liked more. I think J.M. Steele meant to do that on purpose, and I suppose it makes the scenario more believable. I mean, if you had to choose 2 boys, I am sure they would be confused and vulnerable as well.
I think The Market would have worked better as a movie - better visualization of Kate and the other "stocks." On the other hand, it probably works better in print since you can imagine your own queen bees as #1 stock.… (más)
It showed that the main character had faults even though she's seen as perfect. I like that. I didn't like all teh stereotypes in it. Like how the smart kids can't be "cool." I did like that the geek got the girl in the end. Plus it was funny. AHS/JP
Reviewed by Safia Abdul for TeensReadToo.com
Carly Biel's story is one that struggles between right and wrong. Carly is a good student and a likable character in this novel, but she has one flaw--test-taking. After bombing the SATs the first time around, Carly has one more chance to do better. Only one more chance to fulfill her (and her father's) dream of attending Princeton, where her boyfriend will be. Study really, really hard...right? But this route is becoming increasingly frustrating for Carly and not even tutoring from Ronald Gross (school genius) can help her get her score as high as she needs it to be. There is another option, however--one that is only supposed to be a rumor--and Carly goes for it: making a deal with "The Taker" for her SATs to be aced in exchange for "something". Who the "The Taker" is and what "something" he wants, Carly has no clue--but she's already in head-over-heels.
THE TAKER is a hugely relatable novel. Because of pressure for good grades, many teens have at one time or another thought about cheating, or have cheated on a test or assignment. This is an intricate novel that explores that decision and its consequences. For Carly, there is no turning back.
Read the book to find out what happens!… (más)
Carly Biel's story is one that struggles between right and wrong. Carly is a good student and a likable character in this novel, but she has one flaw--test-taking. After bombing the SATs the first time around, Carly has one more chance to do better. Only one more chance to fulfill her (and her father's) dream of attending Princeton, where her boyfriend will be. Study really, really hard...right? But this route is becoming increasingly frustrating for Carly and not even tutoring from Ronald Gross (school genius) can help her get her score as high as she needs it to be. There is another option, however--one that is only supposed to be a rumor--and Carly goes for it: making a deal with "The Taker" for her SATs to be aced in exchange for "something". Who the "The Taker" is and what "something" he wants, Carly has no clue--but she's already in head-over-heels.
THE TAKER is a hugely relatable novel. Because of pressure for good grades, many teens have at one time or another thought about cheating, or have cheated on a test or assignment. This is an intricate novel that explores that decision and its consequences. For Carly, there is no turning back.
Read the book to find out what happens!… (más)
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