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The perfect romantic makeover story about an every-girl whose dream comes true . . . Beatrice Wilson is our lovable Cinderella, who just got dumped by her very first boyfriend and put on twenty-five pounds. But then she?s discovered as a plus model. In the eyes of pop culture, Bee is Jessica Alba and then some! Now she must vanquish skinny rivals, fend off sleazy photogs,...more

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Published August 5th 2010 by Razorbill (first published April 2009)

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Mar 20, 2013 Valeria rated it 4 of 5 stars

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Okay, all I can say is..
This truly is a great book, it's addicting, it's nice to see her mature throughout this book, it's nice to see her stand up to others! This was a good book, just that she was like, truly, truly stupid at times.
Bea was really stupid throughout most of the book!
I was like, GET A GRIP WOMAN!

Bea was like, so desperate to get Brian back.
GIRL, He's a man wh-re.
Why do you want him back?
Listen to Chela, she's awesome.
I really think Bea made a huge mess at first..
Like, really?
Ditc...more

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Jun 12, 2012 Liviania rated it 4 of 5 stars

I hope this is the right cover for PLUS; I've seen at least three making the internet rounds. Honestly, I don't like any of the three. They're either head shots or this foot shot. Let's see an awesome plus-sized model on the cover. (It's not like they'd have to put an actual plus-sized girl since plus-sized model means something like an 8-12 dress size. This is well-pointed out in the novel when the girls complain about their weight.)

I am amazed by how timely PLUS is. Veronica Chambers, a former...more I hope this is the right cover for PLUS; I've seen at least three making the internet rounds. Honestly, I don't like any of the three. They're either head shots or this foot shot. Let's see an awesome plus-sized model on the cover. (It's not like they'd have to put an actual plus-sized girl since plus-sized model means something like an 8-12 dress size. This is well-pointed out in the novel when the girls complain about their weight.)

I am amazed by how timely PLUS is. Veronica Chambers, a former magazine editor, probably has some insider know-how, but plus-sized models are having a moment right now. Crystal Renn walked for Chanel Resort despite Karl Lagerfeld's usual opinions about 'fat.' She also has the power to speak up about images of her being retouched to look skinnier. The 'trend' of high profile jobs for plus-sized models is here, though some predict it will end soon. Bee's Cinderella story is more plausible than ever.

Fortunately, PLUS doesn't fall for fashion's trend of not hiring people of color. Love interests, friends, and coworkers are populated by a variety of races without much comment. Yet while that issue is handled subtly, some may be put off by the heavy-handedness of PLUS's message.

Beatrice "Bee" Wilson begins the novel in a truly horrid relationship, though she can't see that because it's her first college, grown-up relationship and she quite likes Brian. When he dumps her, she gains weight and then gains a job - as a plus-sized supermodel. Yet despite being told she's lovely, Bee just can't believe she's model quality. She thinks of herself as the dowdy, smart fat girl.

Luckily, she's about to come into contact with a bunch of great people who can teach her how wonderful she is and help her learn to like herself, including her appearance. Chela, Brian's ex, is an unexpected friend who sticks by Bee even when Bee doesn't deserve it. Kevin, her tutoring client and prospective rap star, is ready to sweep her off her feet if she'll let him. Kevin and Bee had great chemistry, but he did frequently drop out of the narrative. I wish there had been a bit more about their relationship.

Unluckily, she's about to come into contact with some scum too. While most of her coworkers are fabulous, some are vindictive. Some are out to humiliate Bee. Some really should've faced police charges. But the book never dwells on the dark points long. PLUS may be an issue/message book, but it delivers it's message with froth and humor.

PLUS and Veronica Chambers aren't new loves. But PLUS is inarguably fun and a perfect book to help ease the transition from summer to school. Plus, as much as I love Violet and Nikki, models in YA could use a little body diversity. (less)

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Jan 18, 2012 Cheryl A rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: chickee-lit

Overachiever Bee, a 17 year old premed freshman at Columbia (which just screams overachiever!!), has it all - great, but geeky parents, a hot sophomore boyfriend who she feels is on the way to the White House and her new life in New York. Only one small problem - Brian the boyfriend is a jerk and dumps her. Bee does what any normal 17 year old would do - makes plans to get him back, follows him around campus, drowns her sorrows in chocolate and takeout. Unlike most 17 year olds, Bee's freshman 1...more

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Aug 29, 2010 Monica rated it 4 of 5 stars

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I quite enjoyed reading this book, I was pleasantly surprised when I realized I had read it from cover to cover in one sitting. This story is the classic coming of age story with a small twist. I loved reading the changes that Bea goes through as the book progressed. The whole story is fun, addicting, and keeps you hooked from page one. I totally wanted Bea to get with whom she ends up so that is always a plus. (See Mom, the characters do listen to me when I tell them things ;)

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Jul 19, 2010 Michelle rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2010, ya

At only 17 years old, Beatrice Wilson is exactly where she wants to be: a student at a respected Ivy League college taking a full load and dating Brian, the boy of her dreams. Or, at least she was until Brian dumps her without warning and Bee is left stunned and depressed. Twenty-five pounds and one broken heart later, Bee is still determined to find a way to get Brian back when a modeling agency executive signs her as the newest, hottest plus-sized model. Although she's thrilled at first, the f...more At only 17 years old, Beatrice Wilson is exactly where she wants to be: a student at a respected Ivy League college taking a full load and dating Brian, the boy of her dreams. Or, at least she was until Brian dumps her without warning and Bee is left stunned and depressed. Twenty-five pounds and one broken heart later, Bee is still determined to find a way to get Brian back when a modeling agency executive signs her as the newest, hottest plus-sized model. Although she's thrilled at first, the former egg-head turned fashionista quickly realizes that modeling encompasses a lot more than just standing around, taking pictures. Surprise! Bee's agent expects her to be dressed and ready for 5:00 AM shoots, follow a strict diet, work out twice daily and maintain her grades at school. But with encouragement from her best friend Chela and an up-and-coming rapper, Bee is determined to do the best she can -- even in the face of psychotic models and boys who just want to a ride on her fame.

Plus is a lighthearted, fun novel with a real winner in the voice of Bee Wilson. She's young and funny and most of her account was simply an entertaining read. As someone who will confess to being sucked in (repeatedly) by episodes of America's Next Top Model, Bee's metortic rise to superstardom was eye-opening and immensely gratifying. Who doesn't love a good Cinderella story? At times however, I found myself wanting to shake some sense into Bee because I could not understand why she persisted in chasing the horrible Brian. The guy treated her like dirt, broke her heart and then proceeded to use her repeatedly. I did not understand the attraction. Nor did I feel like Bee was always the best friend to Chela -- who had repeatedly rescued Bee -- but felt like she saw her as a 'fall-back friend.' And maybe it's the realist in me, but I couldn't see Bee (as a minor) jet-setting off to all these exotic locales without at least one of her parents along for the ride. If they had been, I'm thinking some of the tight spots Bee finds herself in would not have occurred. But that doesn't make for the best reading, does it?

What Veronica Chambers really excels at is broadcasting her message, loud and proud, that you have to learn to love yourself as a person first -- outside and in. It was immensely refreshing to encounter a plus-sized protagonist who is beautiful and smart and ready to tackle any challenge set before her. At each new obstacle Bee encountered, I found myself rooting for this funny young woman, hoping she'd be able to make things work. Overall, Plus is a light yet entertaining summer read with lots of heart. (less)

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Mar 25, 2010 Peace Love and Reviews rated it 4 of 5 stars

First page got me rooting for our heroine already. Her name is Beatrice but all her friends and family call her Bee. She is 5 foot 8 inches tall, 17 year old pre-med at Columbia (yes, absolute brain child. Her father is a scientist and her mother is an economist) and "had" a perfect boyfriend - Brian. Until he dumped her claiming she's so immature for his 19 year old male bravado. Seriously! wait till you read what a jerk he is. Anyway... Bee then started eating her emotions. She gained 25 lbs....more First page got me rooting for our heroine already. Her name is Beatrice but all her friends and family call her Bee. She is 5 foot 8 inches tall, 17 year old pre-med at Columbia (yes, absolute brain child. Her father is a scientist and her mother is an economist) and "had" a perfect boyfriend - Brian. Until he dumped her claiming she's so immature for his 19 year old male bravado. Seriously! wait till you read what a jerk he is. Anyway... Bee then started eating her emotions. She gained 25 lbs. from too much Chinese take out, Indian food delivery, Pizza, Ice Cream, etc... Then one day while waiting for her best friend Consuela (Chela), who by the way insist that they become friends after she found out that they dated the same Lying Brian. An agent spotted her eating at Dean de Luca, her name is Leslie from Chesterfield Modeling Agency and said she resemble a super model named Suzanne Hughes and that she is looking for a plus size model. With a little push from Chela she went and got the modeling contract that changed her life.

It is such a relief not to read anything about a model who either possess the perfect figure, young, rich and absolutely beautiful but so emotionally distraught and/or a complete primadonna. Or a model who keeps her figure by means of self induced regurgitation. I've been looking to read something like Bee for a while now. It was really interesting reading how a plus size model can make it big on present day society. I love how she made a difference even though skinny models / people in this book tried to put her down. Sure she did the gig so she can win her ex-boyfriend back. That was my only problem with Bee. I wanted to shake her, tell her to open her eyes and stop being so naive, but I guess first love makes us do some crazy and pathetic things. And at the end everything worked fine. I can also see why the people in her world admired her right away, she is really the prefect role model. Comfortable with her weight, a dean's lister even with her insane bookings, and she's down to earth. One thing's for sure Bee will never get fired like real life super model Filippa Hamilton because someone think she was too fat to wear their designer line.(less)

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Jul 29, 2010 Rachel Bussel rated it 5 of 5 stars

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. This is now one of my favorite YA novels. Bee is a typical college student, dealing with boys, trying to lose her virginity, and her weight, only to get dumped. While she's gorging, she gets discovered at la Lana Turner, and soon becomes a supe, aka a plus-size supermodel. Her whirlwind tour into the world of modeling come with its share of hilarity, as she tries to win back the boy who broke her heart, who, of course, is a total loser. Bee also has a new rival, the glamorous Savannah Hughes, wh...more

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Oct 11, 2010 704alexandria rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: 7th-grade-books

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. I enjoyed reading book. The title was very brief and made you wonder what the book was going to be about.
At the beginning of the book, I felt bad for Bee, the main character because she was willing to give herself up to Brian and out of nowhere, he like “left” her. What was up with that? Why did he do that? So that night that was supposed to be romantic was really like a goodbye… the end. I also noticed that to deal with her sorrow, Bee started to eat continuously and wouldn’t stop.
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Apr 21, 2010 Stormi (Lightning Book Promotions) rated it 4 of 5 stars Recommends it for: teen, or anyone who likes light hearted reads

Bee (Beatrice) wasn't real thin when she started gaining weight. It wasn't something that she realized overnight either. After being dumped by her boyfriend, she just sort of lets herself go and it wasn't till a bit later that she realizes her cloths just don't fit right anymore. One thing she never thought would happen is being asked to be a plus size model. Now if someone asked you to be a plus size model would find that flattering or insulting?

Bee takes on the job of being a plus size model...more Bee (Beatrice) wasn't real thin when she started gaining weight. It wasn't something that she realized overnight either. After being dumped by her boyfriend, she just sort of lets herself go and it wasn't till a bit later that she realizes her cloths just don't fit right anymore. One thing she never thought would happen is being asked to be a plus size model. Now if someone asked you to be a plus size model would find that flattering or insulting?

Bee takes on the job of being a plus size model with the wrong thing in mind. Will Brian want me back once he sees that I am a model and on a billboard sign. She doesn't think of how hard it will be to be a plus size model. Hollywood and the media make it seem like all women should be thin, so Bee and other plus size models take a lot of heat for flanting ther assests. Bee struggles a lot with liking herself as a plus size. She also lets the modeling go a bit to her head as I am sure most young girls would.

The one thing I didn't like was sometimes the book made me feel like even though it was about a plus size girl, it was still hinting to being thin. Yes, Bee has to come to terms in the end with liking herself as she is, but there was still to me a underlining message of being thin. I think Veronica Chambers does try to do her best with a huge subject of loving yourself the way you are whether plus or thin. Its a touchy subject. One other thing I did not like about this book was the ending. It just seemed to sum everything up to neatly. I can't really say anything with out giving away good stuff, but when you read it I think you will understand what I am talking about.

I really liked the characters in Plus. Bee takes on a lot of pressure trying to be a model and a pre-med student. She is a bit whiny sometimes and I just wanted to say suck it up and go on, but other than that I felt myself rooting for her. Though I got mad at how she treated her friend Chela. Chela, is Bee's new best friend, and a skinny. The thing I like about her is that she never tells Bee she is fat, she is always very supportive of Bee's modeling. Chela and Bee met because they have both dated Brian.

Kevin, is the man you just have to love. He sounds sexy and he is a rapper who is going to college. Bee is tuturing him in math and he is always flirting with her, thin or plus, he always liked her. Bee sort of gives him the cold shoulder because she can't focus on anything but getting Brian back.

Overall, I would recommend this to anyone who likes good light-hearted reads.(less)

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Aug 27, 2010 Alex Bennett rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: wishlist

At first, I wasn’t sure if I was going to like Plus. It didn’t really seem like something I would really enjoy. But after I finally got into it, I couldn’t stop because I was, plain as can be, addicted. I was up for hours saying to myself just one more chapter, just one more chapter until it was over.

Bee is a very likeable character. She is a little odd, but that makes her so much more relatable. There is only one problem: she loves a huge jerk, to put it nicely. This was probably my only proble...more

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Jun 07, 2011 Jory rated it 4 of 5 stars

I have to be brutally honest here, I didn't think I was going to love this book. The plot seemed kind of just meh to me. But let me tell you, after about 15 or so pages, I was hooked. I fell in love with Bee. I mean, who couldn't? She's just someone you can relate to entirely.

I loved how the whole story began to unfold in this book. Here we have a young girl, a college freshman to be exact, who falls in love within the first few weeks of college and gets her heart sent back to her on a stick. S...more

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May 05, 2010 Jay rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: arc

The back blurb says "This is the unbelievable story...." and it's not lying. The story is kind of unbelievable - not because I found it hard to believe that Bee could be a superstar plus-size model, but because I found it hard to believe that a 17-year old freshman would be able to jet off to places like Italy and Mexico and never breathe a word of it to her parents. Maybe the scenes where she asked her parents if she could become a model got left on the cutting room floor, but they really shoul...more

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Apr 03, 2012 Becky R. rated it 4 of 5 stars

Can we just say--book that satisfied my teen angst plus reality-tv-in-a-book desire? Yep, I really enjoyed this quick read. In fact, I kind of smiled at the end, even though it had a characteristic cheesy and predictable ending. Yes, Beatrice is a "thick" girl--*cough, cough* not really. Honestly, Beatrice is a girl who had a messy break up and eats like a normal girl. However, we all know that "plus size" models probably have a different standard than other plus-size gals, right?

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Apr 25, 2010 Lizzy rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: books-i-own

I had a lot of digesting to do after this one, and while I could rant about the topic of "plus-size" models, I really want my review to focus on the book.

What I liked: I liked how the book handled the issue of self-confidence. It gave me the impression that women shouldn't apologize for being plus-size, and that all women should embrace the bodies they have. Bee was given an exercise routine, which I thought also had a nice message (you don't need to be super-thin, but you should develop healthy...more

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May 02, 2011 Andrea Falbo rated it 4 of 5 stars

Bee just started college and has caught the eye of a very popular boy. She can't believe it even though she is pretty, she is a plus size girl. As they begin to date, Bee gains confidence in herself and at school where she is studying pre-med. Out of the blue, she gets dumped and gains more weight. When she is sitting in a coffee house, she gets discovered by a plus size modeling agent and in no time becomes a plus size supermodel! Bee is loving her new life and hopes that this will win back the...more

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Jan 31, 2011 Cathy rated it 4 of 5 stars

LOVE! Bee has a great mind, parents she loves (warts and all), and a spot in NYU's pre-med program. The freshman 15 (ok, 25) land her a gig as a "plus size" model, and with all the fame, money and glam comes some major decisions, problems, and life lessons. You root for Bee the whole ride, from dorm room to phot shoot, and the ending is perfect. Bee's a college freshman, but the book is "clean" - no swearing, sex, etc.- 6th grade girls and older will love it- and their adults will love the posit...more

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May 04, 2011 Anastasia Tuckness rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: c2010, future-staff-pick, light-topic, realistic-fiction, romance, ya

I enjoyed this fun book about a smart premed woman at Columbia who, after she is "discovered," becomes a supermodel for her part-time job.

Bee is a great character--fun and relatable, but realistically prone to self-doubt and poor choices along the way. The plot itself does become increasingly unrealistic as the story progresses.

Most interesting thing I learned: plus-size models have to work out and watch what they eat like any other model--the only difference is that they actually get to eat, u...more

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Nov 27, 2010 Rebecca Owen rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: teen-and-young-adult, realistic-fiction

After her boyfriend dumps her, Beatrice (Bee to her friends) goes into a spiraling depression that leads her to that infamous “freshmen-fifteen,” though in her case, she added ten to that. But a chance encounter at a restaurant leads her to whirlwind career as a plus-size model. Now she’s famous, but has multiple problems: the model who has it out for her, trying to juggle her new life while keeping her old friends and maintaining a 3.8 GPA, and whether she truly wants to get her ex-boyfriend ba...more

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Oct 28, 2010 Debbie rated it 3 of 5 stars

Recommended to Debbie by: http://www.pureimaginationblog.com/2010/08/review-plus-by-veronica-chambers.html

As expected from almost page one you can guess how the story is going to play out but despite that this was an enjoyable book to read. It was light and funny so the perfect book if you need a pick me up.

The Characters

Initially I found Bee to be some what irritating. When she was mooning over her ex-boyfriend Brian I really wanted to shake her and I had to remind myself that this was a 17 year old girl who was just dumped by her first boyfriend. After awhile I could start to relate to her. Despit...more As expected from almost page one you can guess how the story is going to play out but despite that this was an enjoyable book to read. It was light and funny so the perfect book if you need a pick me up.

The Characters

Initially I found Bee to be some what irritating. When she was mooning over her ex-boyfriend Brian I really wanted to shake her and I had to remind myself that this was a 17 year old girl who was just dumped by her first boyfriend. After awhile I could start to relate to her. Despite being a successful super model she still had her doubts about her body image and her self worth. She and some of her fellow super star plus size models have a discussion about if they would give up the $20,000 a day pay check if they could only be a size 2 for the rest of their lives. The answer is not as clear cut as you might first imagine. Some may not understand the dilemma but I could understand where Bee and her friends were all coming from.

Bee's best friend Chela was a crack up. She is pretty much the perfect best friend. She supports Bee when she needs to, accepts her for who she is and forgives her any of her flaws.

The Romance

Bee's potential romantic interest was fascinating and I wish we could have seen more of the build up in their relationship. We know they have a history together and what we do see you can obviously tell he has a thing for Bee but I would have liked to see more interaction between the two of them to really make the romance seem like a given.

Bee's ex is your typical jerk ex-boyfriend who wants a second chance once Bee reaches stardom. How does Bee handle it when he comes crawling back to her? You will have to pick up the book to find out

The Story Line

Like I mentioned above the story line is pretty predictable as Bee is the Cinderella who after gaining 25 pounds still manages to become a super model, makes mega bucks per day modeling, still manages to make the Dean's List at school and has the perfect best friend. Chambers still made the story fun to read and despite the main irritation of Bee making up her own Latin phrases to describe the situations she gets herself into I found it hard to put down.(less)

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Aug 09, 2010 Kelsey rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: arcs

Plus was an amusing and entertaining read that's perfect for the summer. The premise and characters were all really unique, and I enjoyed getting to read about the modeling world from someone who was actually experiencing it.

Bee was a likable main character, but at times she really got on my nerves. She let her life revolve around a boy that really wasn't nice at all. From the beginning I never liked Brian, he seemed to take Bee for granted and never cared about anyone but himself. I felt for Be...more Plus was an amusing and entertaining read that's perfect for the summer. The premise and characters were all really unique, and I enjoyed getting to read about the modeling world from someone who was actually experiencing it.

Bee was a likable main character, but at times she really got on my nerves. She let her life revolve around a boy that really wasn't nice at all. From the beginning I never liked Brian, he seemed to take Bee for granted and never cared about anyone but himself. I felt for Bee when he broke up with her, but she really hit rock bottom after that. She gained a lot of weight and just sat around moping all the time. Two good things came out of the break up. One, Bee made a good friend in Brian's previous ex Chela. Chela was different and spunky in a way that really gave Bee a new lease on life. Two, the main plot of the story, Bee was discovered at a restaurant by a top modeling agency- for plus models.

I really liked the model side of the book, it was interesting to see how dedicated and demanding the industry is and to see what it was like for a girl with no experience to shoot up to the top so quickly. After one really successful shoot, Bee was turning out to be America's number one plus model. There were a few problems with this. First of all, the model who feels she is being displaced by Bee launches her attack. Then as Bee becomes more and more popular she is being sent all over for shoots and doesn't have enough time for her best friend, Chela, or for school work.

I liked being able to experience things with Bee and watch her grow and change, and finally realize where she'd went wrong. Plus really proved how important it is to "do you" and be yourself. Bee knew how to stand up for herself, but it took a little hurting and betrayal before she realized which guy was right for her.

All in all, Plus was a fun summer read with more serious undertones. Bee was a sweet, albeit confused, main character who didn't always know what was best for herself. Plus proved how the modeling industry isn't always the nicest place and how models really have their work cut out for them. While it has it's flaws, Plus is, overall, a quick and entertaining read.

Overall: 3.5 out of 5 stars(less)

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Aug 14, 2010 Lori (Pure Imagination) rated it 3 of 5 stars

Recommended to Lori (Pure Imagination) by: grumpybear17@msn.com

Shelves: own-arc, arc-for-review

I was very very pleasantly surprised with Plus! It's a feel good kind of read. Bee is just your normal 17 year old girl, well, except she is already in collage, but other than that she could be any other teenage girl. So when she gains 25 pounds and becomes a plus size model no one is more surprised than Bee.

I don't usually enjoy fluff, and while this book is definitely fluffy, it's also a lot of fun. Bee did some silly things at times, but nothing too over the top. Her whole relationship with B...more

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Oct 17, 2010 Katie rated it 4 of 5 stars

Plus was a surprisingly cute, funny book. It was a great look into the world of plus-size modeling, something I never would have thought to read about.

Bea is brilliant. She always has been. That's why she skipped a year of high school and joined the pre-med program at Columbia. Her life is great until her boyfriend dumps her and she gains the freshman 15 plus 10. Eating is all that seems to help these days and surprisingly, it leads to a modeling career. The money and fame are only perks though....more

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Nov 07, 2012 Jennifer Wardrip rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: trt-posted-reviews

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Bee's life is nearly perfect. She's having a great year in college with her boyfriend, Brian. Then he dumps her and it feels like her world is coming to an end.

She's got to find a way to get him back and becomes obsessed about it. Then she meets Chela, who once used to date "Lyin' Brian." She convinces Bee that he's not worth it and the two become fast friends. Bee is enjoying life again and realizing that while she still misses Brian, she will be okay.

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Sep 11, 2009 Lucy rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2009, teen, antm-bookclub

Bee Wilson is in college and in love when her boyfriend breaks her heart. She gains 25 pounds, and feels miserable--until an agent approaches her in a restuarant and asks her if she's a plus-sized model. Almost overnight, Bee goes from dumped and chubby to large and fabulous. So what if she's failing physics? And so what if she barely has time for her old friends anymore? But the higher Bee climbs, the more she has at stake--until she has to make the ultimate choice.

I really enjoyed this book--u...more

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Apr 26, 2009 Lauren rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: own

Plus is the perfect breezy read for a lazy day in summer. Since, it's a funny and well written novel, while still having a serious under tone.

Bee was a decent main character, though she had several faults that made her quite annoying at times. Her outlook on life and modeling was realistic, but I hated how at times she would dump her best friend, Chela, just to go hang out with her modeling friends. Also, don't even get me started on her whole relationship with Brian! He was a awful guy who got...more

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Jan 20, 2011 Ms. B rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: girly, ya

Plus is the story of how a 17-year-old Columbia freshman gets dumped, gains 20 pounds, and gets "discovered" as a plus-size model at Dean & Deluca. Soon Bee is jetting off to Europe for photo shoots and seeing her face on a giant billboard in Times Square. Of course, her new life isn't perfect: She's got boy drama and a modeling rival who will do almost anything to sabotage Bee's career. A super-fun read, especially for anyone who wants an inside look at the world of fashion and modeling.

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Aug 22, 2010 Jen Petro-Roy rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2010, ya

2.75 stars. While I enjoyed this book's message of "be who you are" and Bee's character arc of trying to become comfortable with her body regardless of being a plus-size model, this book was, in the end, quite predictable, formulaic, and often preachy. You could see the positive psychology speech bubbles forming in the mouths of her aunt and friends. Regardless, a cute read for teenage girls struggling to accept themselves.

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Apr 08, 2011 Cindy rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: read-in-2010

Bee seemed like a real seventeen year old girl who just got dumped by her boyfriend. She becomes depressed and only worries about how she will win him back. I've been there, as I'm sure many other girls have too. Bee also happens to be very smart, overweight and almost overnight becomes a super model.

I liked the author's writing, the way she develops Bee's story and how Bee seems to "grow" through her experiences. I was rooting for her the entire book and hoping she would realize what a jerk Br...more

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Apr 10, 2012 Paola rated it 5 of 5 stars

Very good book!!! It super funny and exciting because you never expect what is going to happen. While I was reading it I felt like I was really there and in the modeling industry because of the great details. It was very inspiring and I think that this is a good book not only for plus size teens but also a regular sized teen girl. It will leave you saying "This book is ducking awesome!!!!".

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Nov 19, 2008 Laura rated it 5 of 5 stars Recommends it for: young adult fans

Shelves: youngadult

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I LOVED this book. This book about Bee, who is a bit on the heavy side, she's a 17 yo premed student at Columbia, has what she considers is a hawt boyfriend (he's a jerk) and is tutoring a hot up and coming hip hop artist, that she misses all the signs.

But what really turns this story is when she is sitting in Dean and Deluca's waiting for a friend, a woman pops up to her and mentions that she looks just a like a plus-size supermodel, and asks her to meet with her to discuss Bee...more

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Veronica Chambers is a prolific author, best known for her critically acclaimed memoir, Mama’s Girl, which has been course adopted by hundreds of high schools and colleges throughout the country. The New Yorker called Mama’s Girl “a troubling testament to grit and mother love… one of the finest and most evenhanded in the genre in recent years.” Born in Panama and raised in Brooklyn, Ms. Chambers'...more

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