I have hideous poison ivy- that acts up every time I get out in the heat so I am reading my eyes out! This book and RIDING LESSONS are both what I would class as "beach reads" - they go quickly, keep one's interest and are mighty predictable. Read amazon.com for descriptions and reviews. My major beef was that the main character, Annemarie, was of flakey, prone to tantrums, weepy and yet likable. Things fall right into place for her - and we know life is seldom like that, don't we?
Books are for escape, however, aren't they?
I recommend just know what you are getting into.