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He's So/She's So #2
He's So Not Worth It
Ally Ryan, come on down to the Jersey Shore and forget your troubles!
Have you recently been humilated in front of your friends and family at your former best friends birthday party? Was your almost boyfriend partly responsible for that humilation by withholding some vital information about where your estrangerd father is? Did you come home to find said estranged father sitting on your stoop?
If so, then it sounds like you could use a vacation! The Jersey Shore is the place to be. Your mother may be living with her boyfriend of only a few months, but at least the stunt Shannen pulled has put some of your friends back in your court. Even so, you're still angry and what better way to get over Jake than to blow off some steam with local guy, Cooper. People will hardly recognize your new attitude, but the old one wasn't getting you anywhere, so who cares!
Jake Graydon, an exciting opportunity is waiting for you in the service industry!
Are your grades so low your parents have grounded you for the summer? Did you the girl you really like unceremoniously leave you behind? Would you rather eat dirt than see your friends again? Then a job at the local coffee shop is just the ticket! Suprisingly, Ally's father is the new manager so you get to be reminded of her nearly every day. Maybe it's time to start flirting with your best friend's ex or even taking school a bit more seriously. Especially when you finally see Ally and she's hanging around with some loser and it's couldn't be more clear that she is over you.
Have a great summer!
Have you recently been humilated in front of your friends and family at your former best friends birthday party? Was your almost boyfriend partly responsible for that humilation by withholding some vital information about where your estrangerd father is? Did you come home to find said estranged father sitting on your stoop?
If so, then it sounds like you could use a vacation! The Jersey Shore is the place to be. Your mother may be living with her boyfriend of only a few months, but at least the stunt Shannen pulled has put some of your friends back in your court. Even so, you're still angry and what better way to get over Jake than to blow off some steam with local guy, Cooper. People will hardly recognize your new attitude, but the old one wasn't getting you anywhere, so who cares!
Jake Graydon, an exciting opportunity is waiting for you in the service industry!
Are your grades so low your parents have grounded you for the summer? Did you the girl you really like unceremoniously leave you behind? Would you rather eat dirt than see your friends again? Then a job at the local coffee shop is just the ticket! Suprisingly, Ally's father is the new manager so you get to be reminded of her nearly every day. Maybe it's time to start flirting with your best friend's ex or even taking school a bit more seriously. Especially when you finally see Ally and she's hanging around with some loser and it's couldn't be more clear that she is over you.
Have a great summer!
360 pages, Hardcover
First published June 7, 2011
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Kieran Scott
42 books1,616 followersKieran Scott is the author of domestic suspense and mystery novels including WISH YOU WERE GONE, REGRETS ONLY and PEOPLE WILL TALK. She has also written several young adult novels, both under her own name and for Alloy Entertainment under the pseudonym Kate Brian. These include the New York Times best-selling PRIVATE and PRIVILEGE series, as well as MEGAN MEADE'S GUIDE TO THE MCGOWAN BOYS and many others. She grew up in Bergen County, New Jersey, attended Rutgers University, and now lives in New Jersey with her husband, two sons and one goofy dog.
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May 29, 2011
He's So Not Worth It, continues right off from the first book, so basically the whole drama continues but it's more...intense.
While the first book had a lot of mean-girl action and a couple of the girls were downright b!tches, there wasn't so much of that in this book.
In fact, there was only one b!tch, and sadly that was Ally.
Ally has finally, whacked out. The pressure has finally exploded and the poor girl has all these things happening to her at the same time, so who could really blame her? Her father is back, she doesn't want to play family with her mom, her new boyfriend and his daughter, she misses Jake - but can't get over the fact that he lied. Faith and Shannen are acting human again - but her trust is shot. Then there is the Cooper thing and the Jake, Hammond, Chloe thing and what she said to Annie (whom I adore) and so on, and so on.
She doesn't know who to turn to or what to do and her emotions and thoughts are basically everywhere all at once. So yeah, rebel-Ally Ryan isn't very happy and she's gonna make sure everyone knows it.
While I thought that this was rather a realistic move on Scott to portray her this way, it wasn't always easy to read. Don't get me wrong, I liked that Ally was finally starting to fight back and hold her ground, but it went a little to far. I liked the strong, calm, collected and in control Ally that we had in the first book and seeing her self-destruct with that loser, Cooper, and the way she generally treated everyone, was pretty hard to stomach.
I still really love the writing, but there are were a couple things that bothered me. One is, the fact that none of these characters can't ever just say what they want to say or explain the situation. Why does everyone seem to run away? It felt like every single fight or heated conversation lasts a few words then it's poof. A door slam, or leaving, or driving away, or getting interrupted. It felt so unsettling, unfinished and very frustrating. I like my characters feisty in books and firmly believe for them to just.say.it.already. Angst is good, but it can only go so far. I think it's been pushed to the limit for this book. I also didn't care for how much the parents were involved in this one compared to the last one, but that's just my issues and not necessary the book.
The ending, of course landing on a cliffy, so I'm very curious how Scott will clean that up. My only hope for the next book is that she's not planning on writing another break-up scene. Please, make the running stop.
Overall, while this book had it's flaws and I did have some issues. I still very much enjoyed it. Who knew I would love getting all riled-up, but I do. It's a fun series that has so.much.dame.drama but you can't look away. Once I started this, I couldn't stop. It really is an all consuming read.
Next!
(Arc provided by S&S Galleygrab)
While the first book had a lot of mean-girl action and a couple of the girls were downright b!tches, there wasn't so much of that in this book.
In fact, there was only one b!tch, and sadly that was Ally.
Ally has finally, whacked out. The pressure has finally exploded and the poor girl has all these things happening to her at the same time, so who could really blame her? Her father is back, she doesn't want to play family with her mom, her new boyfriend and his daughter, she misses Jake - but can't get over the fact that he lied. Faith and Shannen are acting human again - but her trust is shot. Then there is the Cooper thing and the Jake, Hammond, Chloe thing and what she said to Annie (whom I adore) and so on, and so on.
She doesn't know who to turn to or what to do and her emotions and thoughts are basically everywhere all at once. So yeah, rebel-Ally Ryan isn't very happy and she's gonna make sure everyone knows it.
While I thought that this was rather a realistic move on Scott to portray her this way, it wasn't always easy to read. Don't get me wrong, I liked that Ally was finally starting to fight back and hold her ground, but it went a little to far. I liked the strong, calm, collected and in control Ally that we had in the first book and seeing her self-destruct with that loser, Cooper, and the way she generally treated everyone, was pretty hard to stomach.
I still really love the writing, but there are were a couple things that bothered me. One is, the fact that none of these characters can't ever just say what they want to say or explain the situation. Why does everyone seem to run away? It felt like every single fight or heated conversation lasts a few words then it's poof. A door slam, or leaving, or driving away, or getting interrupted. It felt so unsettling, unfinished and very frustrating. I like my characters feisty in books and firmly believe for them to just.say.it.already. Angst is good, but it can only go so far. I think it's been pushed to the limit for this book. I also didn't care for how much the parents were involved in this one compared to the last one, but that's just my issues and not necessary the book.
The ending, of course landing on a cliffy, so I'm very curious how Scott will clean that up. My only hope for the next book is that she's not planning on writing another break-up scene. Please, make the running stop.
Overall, while this book had it's flaws and I did have some issues. I still very much enjoyed it. Who knew I would love getting all riled-up, but I do. It's a fun series that has so.much.dame.drama but you can't look away. Once I started this, I couldn't stop. It really is an all consuming read.
Next!
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June 4, 2011
Oooooh the drama :0
This could have all been avoided if everyone wasn't so damn self-centered and just freakin talked to each other without storming out of the room every two seconds.
This could have all been avoided if everyone wasn't so damn self-centered and just freakin talked to each other without storming out of the room every two seconds.
July 18, 2016
Crazy book!! I flew through it. Bratty, self-absorbed characters (and parents) what more could you want?! All these characters make the worst kind of mistakes and it gets them in the worst type of situations! It's like reading a TV Show come to life. So much drama, it'll make your head spin. I needed a quick read and this one was it!
May 31, 2011
I read the first book in this series She's So Dead To Us last year and it was an addictive guilty pleasure (I did feel sheepish reading it but gosh it was surprisingly good. I gave it three stars of good times). It was not my usual kind of contemp read but it was easy to get sucked into the angst (!) and drama (!). Scott knows how to use a hook, when to pull a twist and how to keep her plotting tight and edgy ~ she's got quite a sizable bibliography and it shows she knows what she's doing.
So, it's been a while since I read the first one but I was up for another guilty high school drama.
It took me a while to get back into this one (and you do need to read this series in order) I maybe should have refreshed myself on secondary characters. Anyway, I found the pacing to pick up after page 65 or so.
I liked Jake and his doofy grin, he's hopeful and vulnerable but tough on the exterior. Ally, however, argh. She completely fell apart ~ making bad choices and being a general, moody teenager.
The premise isn't as tight as the first book. There's lots of drama and distractions aimed at keeping Jake and Ally apart. Most of these relied on miscommunication, assumptions and bad behaviour. The characters are the rich kids and they play out that way: Scott embraces the stereotypes. Everyone is tanned and gorgeous, they party hard and they are all tangled in relationship dramas.
I don't know what happened here with this book and me? Maybe my reading tastes have changed, but this guilty pleasure was way too much angst for me and I didn't get much pleasure from it at all. I do not think this book is as strong as the first in the series (but it should be said I am not the intended audience, haha)
This book has a similar vibe to Simone Elkeles: the love/hate, alternating POV's but where Elkeles is more melodrama and sexytimes, Scott is more Gossip-Girl-esque/high school drama. It's an easy book for teens to get into, they guys are all absolutely hot and it should do well commercially ~ especially for teens who like their reading light but still juicy. It's like a One Tree Hill kind of book...
That's it for me and this series. It was a brief love affair ~ my inner teen needs a bit more depth. This caused way too much eye-rolling for me...
One more note: haha, love the cliffhangers. They are abrupt and quite classic! (just like a season finale of an angsty TV show)
Thanks to S & S galley grab for the e-galley :)
So, it's been a while since I read the first one but I was up for another guilty high school drama.
It took me a while to get back into this one (and you do need to read this series in order) I maybe should have refreshed myself on secondary characters. Anyway, I found the pacing to pick up after page 65 or so.
I liked Jake and his doofy grin, he's hopeful and vulnerable but tough on the exterior. Ally, however, argh. She completely fell apart ~ making bad choices and being a general, moody teenager.
The premise isn't as tight as the first book. There's lots of drama and distractions aimed at keeping Jake and Ally apart. Most of these relied on miscommunication, assumptions and bad behaviour. The characters are the rich kids and they play out that way: Scott embraces the stereotypes. Everyone is tanned and gorgeous, they party hard and they are all tangled in relationship dramas.
I don't know what happened here with this book and me? Maybe my reading tastes have changed, but this guilty pleasure was way too much angst for me and I didn't get much pleasure from it at all. I do not think this book is as strong as the first in the series (but it should be said I am not the intended audience, haha)
This book has a similar vibe to Simone Elkeles: the love/hate, alternating POV's but where Elkeles is more melodrama and sexytimes, Scott is more Gossip-Girl-esque/high school drama. It's an easy book for teens to get into, they guys are all absolutely hot and it should do well commercially ~ especially for teens who like their reading light but still juicy. It's like a One Tree Hill kind of book...
That's it for me and this series. It was a brief love affair ~ my inner teen needs a bit more depth. This caused way too much eye-rolling for me...
One more note: haha, love the cliffhangers. They are abrupt and quite classic! (just like a season finale of an angsty TV show)
Thanks to S & S galley grab for the e-galley :)
February 1, 2012
I really loved She's Dead To Us, the first installment to this trilogy and since the first book is a sureball cliffhanger, i'm really looking forward on this second installment.
The story picks up right where the first book left off. After being humiliated on Chloe's party, Ally was devastated and to atleast forget what happened her mom and her new boyfriend decided to head to Jersey Shore for the Summer but then Ally decides to stay at home and stay with her dad BUT then she finds out that Jake got a job with her dad on the coffee shop and feels like having enough she decides that spending summer on Jersey Shore is much better than spending it on Orchard Hill. Upon arriving at Jersey Shore, she decided to reinvent herself. She gets a job, avoids her old friends and make friends with some locals.
On the other hand, i have a change of heart or opinions about the characters. On my review on the first book, i really adored Ally as the main character but i was kinda disappointed and annoyed with her on this book. She appears to be rebel like on this one since she started drinking and starts being wasted. All she do in this sequel is to complain and whine about how crappy her life has become given that she is experiencing a very rough time, she still gets to my nerves as being annoying. As for Jake well, he changed a lot on this book. He grew up and matured a little and he definitely proves that he really likes Ally and stayed loyal to her though Ally hates him to the bones, and though at times can't get his line of thoughts, i still like him. :)
I loved the presence of Annie's field journal. It's just hilarious and funny and adds a new interesting layer to the story. Though an outsider she had the juciest gossips around town.
In all, i'm still hooked to the twisty life displayed her. The deceit, gossip, back-stabbing, hurt, envy, malice and sexuual tension are still all engrossing. This is such a HOLY-GUACAMOLE-CLIFFHANGER I was definitely left at awe with this book and literally left my mouth open. If you think the ending of the first book was already intense, brace yourself for more with the ending of this one. I can't really imagine how Kieran Scott will end this series and i'm really looking forward to that. Gaaa. The tension is killing me now. :)
The story picks up right where the first book left off. After being humiliated on Chloe's party, Ally was devastated and to atleast forget what happened her mom and her new boyfriend decided to head to Jersey Shore for the Summer but then Ally decides to stay at home and stay with her dad BUT then she finds out that Jake got a job with her dad on the coffee shop and feels like having enough she decides that spending summer on Jersey Shore is much better than spending it on Orchard Hill. Upon arriving at Jersey Shore, she decided to reinvent herself. She gets a job, avoids her old friends and make friends with some locals.
On the other hand, i have a change of heart or opinions about the characters. On my review on the first book, i really adored Ally as the main character but i was kinda disappointed and annoyed with her on this book. She appears to be rebel like on this one since she started drinking and starts being wasted. All she do in this sequel is to complain and whine about how crappy her life has become given that she is experiencing a very rough time, she still gets to my nerves as being annoying. As for Jake well, he changed a lot on this book. He grew up and matured a little and he definitely proves that he really likes Ally and stayed loyal to her though Ally hates him to the bones, and though at times can't get his line of thoughts, i still like him. :)
I loved the presence of Annie's field journal. It's just hilarious and funny and adds a new interesting layer to the story. Though an outsider she had the juciest gossips around town.
In all, i'm still hooked to the twisty life displayed her. The deceit, gossip, back-stabbing, hurt, envy, malice and sexuual tension are still all engrossing. This is such a HOLY-GUACAMOLE-CLIFFHANGER I was definitely left at awe with this book and literally left my mouth open. If you think the ending of the first book was already intense, brace yourself for more with the ending of this one. I can't really imagine how Kieran Scott will end this series and i'm really looking forward to that. Gaaa. The tension is killing me now. :)
June 11, 2011
Kieran Scott has a way of writing that makes you never want to put the book down. I usually read chapter to chapter and won't put the book down in the middle of a chapter. Each chapter in this book ends in a small cliffhanger that makes you not want to stop reading, it was because of this that I finished this book in a short time. One of my favorite thing about He's So Not Worth It and She's So Dead To Us is that it is written from both the point of views of Jake and Ally simultaneously. I really like this because you see how they are both feeling after something scandalous has happened. In the first book I really felt bad for Ally and even though I liked Jake I was so mad at him, but in this book I was mad at Ally! I knew straight from the start that Cooper was no good, but of course Ally couldn't see that. I felt bad for Jake this time around, because he really did try to get back with Ally and try to show her how he felt and she just wouldn't have it. One of the many things I look forward to when reading these books is Annie's little spy notes, every time I get to them I laugh. She really cracks me up with her little side notes. In true Kieran fashion the last line of course ends in a major cliffhanger that will guarantee you HAVE to read the next book. Of course I can't leave out the hook up between Chloe and Jake...maybe its my naivety or my undying loyalty to Jake but I like to think that him and Chloe just had a heavy make out session. As for the "that was for knocking up my girlfriend" situation, I think it was Will, it better be! I will absolutely never forgive Jake if it's really his. I'm hoping the next book will start exactly where that fight left off and it's Jake defending his honor saying they never even had sex *praying* I'm sure Chloe either told Hammond it was Jake so that no one would know she was hooking up with a norm, or Hammond just assumed it was Jake because he saw them together. All I know is I can't wait for the next book and I want it NOW! I absolutely adore these books and I recommend them 200%. I just want Jake and Ally to finally be together and happy!! Please.
December 14, 2012
I chose this book because I liked the cover art. I sort of judged this book by the cover, but I'm glad I did. This is the second book of the He's So/She's So trilogy. The plot was a little confusing for me because I didn't read the first book but I caught on fast. The entire story was written in two different character's perspectives: Ally's and Jake's. It alternates between each chapter. Ally will tell her part of the story and Jake will tell his. It really was an interesting format. The story basically was about Ally and her mom going to vacation on the Jersey Shore with her mom's new boyfriend. Jake ends up spending his Summer working for Ally's dad in a coffee house. Since this is the second book some things happened prior to this one, a huge fight happened with Ally and Jake. In this book Jake tried to rekindle his relationship with Ally. A lot of people get in the way of his plans. Ally is defiant and refuses to cooperate.My favorite quote would be, "She looked tired, but it didn't matter. She was still beautiful." I really like this quote because it still shows that Jake cares about Ally. Despite the way she looked and treated him, he would back ro her. Kieran Scott's writing is very much like Susanne Colasanti's that is why I liked this book so much. Kieran Scott portraits modern day struggles of a teenager in this book. She really dug down deep into getting everything right. I can really relate to this book. I would recommend this to everyone. Guys can relate to it too because there is a guys point of view mentioned.
February 23, 2017
"Um...I love you?" I said.
"That's the part, Cuz I love you, too.”
"That's the part, Cuz I love you, too.”
June 10, 2011
Original post at One More Page
She's So Dead to Us was one of my favorite reads last year. It was a different kind of contemporary novel, almost like a guilty pleasure because of how I was able to take a peek into rich kids' lives. But more than that, I was able to sympathize with the characters, and the author made the villains three dimensional that I was curious to know their motivations. They weren't just plain mean girls and boys -- they were doing that because of something, even if it wasn't fair for Ally. The ending of the last book was such a cliff hanger that I had no idea what could happen next, so I was positively thrilled when I saw that the next book, He's So Not Worth It was available in Galley Grab.
Spoilers from She's So Dead to Us up ahead.
Ally's dad shows up again, exactly after she was embarrassed by Shannen during her birthday party. Ally was hurt, confused and angry, especially at Jake, who knew where her dad was all along. Now Ally is faced with a choice between an entire summer with the Cresties at the beach or with her dad in Orchard Hill. Jake is also having a miserable summer, as he not only lost Ally, but he was grounded for the summer. Instead of partying with his friends at the beach, he had to go to college classes and work for Ally's dad. Ally ends up going to the beach just to avoid Jake, where she meets a cute local guy named Cooper. If only her mom wasn't being such a pain, then maybe her summer would be at least better than she expected.
He's So Not Worth It is still enjoyable in the sense that it was fun reading about the Orchard Hill Cresties and Norms. The setting was solid, and I was able to sink back into the world with no problem. I also loved that part of this was set in the beach -- I haven't been able to go to the beach this summer, so reading about beaches is the next best thing, I guess. This makes for a good beach read, with the infinite possibilities of summer for the reader and the characters.
Another thing I really liked in this book is the relationships of the characters. They're far from perfect, but boy do they feel real. Just like in the previous book, I thought the group had their own personality other than the individuals. I liked how even if they're not exactly friends anymore, somehow old ties bring them back together, even if it did not mean well for the other characters.
That being said, however, I felt that He's So Not Worth It is not as gripping as its predecessor. As real as these characters and their dynamics felt, I was frustrated at all the stupid decisions they keep on doing. I know being young allows us to do them, but these kids in this novel just upped it. There is drama everywhere! I was constantly annoyed at Jake for his stupid and rash decisions. Ally was no better, too, and she was actually matching Shannen in the first book for the bitch factor. I think the only character that felt a little bit normal in the book was Annie, if you don't count her field notes and Crestie- stalking (which was very entertaining, and helped readers see what Jake and Ally weren't seeing). It almost felt like I was watching a Gossip Girl episode, which is enjoyable, but not in too much doses for me.
While this feels a little bit of a sophomore slump for the series, it did end in another cliffhanger, which makes me wonder what would happen next. I admit that I am still curious, so I will still read the next book. :) He's So Not Worth It isn't really disappointing; I just think it's not as good as She's So Dead to Us. I wonder how the author will wrap this series up -- I sure hope there's a happy ending somewhere down the road for Jake and Ally and everyone else.
She's So Dead to Us was one of my favorite reads last year. It was a different kind of contemporary novel, almost like a guilty pleasure because of how I was able to take a peek into rich kids' lives. But more than that, I was able to sympathize with the characters, and the author made the villains three dimensional that I was curious to know their motivations. They weren't just plain mean girls and boys -- they were doing that because of something, even if it wasn't fair for Ally. The ending of the last book was such a cliff hanger that I had no idea what could happen next, so I was positively thrilled when I saw that the next book, He's So Not Worth It was available in Galley Grab.
Spoilers from She's So Dead to Us up ahead.
Ally's dad shows up again, exactly after she was embarrassed by Shannen during her birthday party. Ally was hurt, confused and angry, especially at Jake, who knew where her dad was all along. Now Ally is faced with a choice between an entire summer with the Cresties at the beach or with her dad in Orchard Hill. Jake is also having a miserable summer, as he not only lost Ally, but he was grounded for the summer. Instead of partying with his friends at the beach, he had to go to college classes and work for Ally's dad. Ally ends up going to the beach just to avoid Jake, where she meets a cute local guy named Cooper. If only her mom wasn't being such a pain, then maybe her summer would be at least better than she expected.
He's So Not Worth It is still enjoyable in the sense that it was fun reading about the Orchard Hill Cresties and Norms. The setting was solid, and I was able to sink back into the world with no problem. I also loved that part of this was set in the beach -- I haven't been able to go to the beach this summer, so reading about beaches is the next best thing, I guess. This makes for a good beach read, with the infinite possibilities of summer for the reader and the characters.
Another thing I really liked in this book is the relationships of the characters. They're far from perfect, but boy do they feel real. Just like in the previous book, I thought the group had their own personality other than the individuals. I liked how even if they're not exactly friends anymore, somehow old ties bring them back together, even if it did not mean well for the other characters.
That being said, however, I felt that He's So Not Worth It is not as gripping as its predecessor. As real as these characters and their dynamics felt, I was frustrated at all the stupid decisions they keep on doing. I know being young allows us to do them, but these kids in this novel just upped it. There is drama everywhere! I was constantly annoyed at Jake for his stupid and rash decisions. Ally was no better, too, and she was actually matching Shannen in the first book for the bitch factor. I think the only character that felt a little bit normal in the book was Annie, if you don't count her field notes and Crestie- stalking (which was very entertaining, and helped readers see what Jake and Ally weren't seeing). It almost felt like I was watching a Gossip Girl episode, which is enjoyable, but not in too much doses for me.
While this feels a little bit of a sophomore slump for the series, it did end in another cliffhanger, which makes me wonder what would happen next. I admit that I am still curious, so I will still read the next book. :) He's So Not Worth It isn't really disappointing; I just think it's not as good as She's So Dead to Us. I wonder how the author will wrap this series up -- I sure hope there's a happy ending somewhere down the road for Jake and Ally and everyone else.
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January 12, 2011I need to read it now. Like seriously. I want to know more!
September 7, 2011
I have to check at least three times, just to make sure I am reading the right book. I want to take down my review of She’s So Dead to Us because this book had me disappointed. Well, not really that huge disappointment but it turned one hundred eighty on me. My opinion on characters and story mind bogglingly changed. And the one persistent question kept me on—what happened?
With all the drama happened in the first book, Ally and Jake need some time alone. Separately. Ally spent her summer in Jersey Shore, while Jake remained at Orchard Hill doing summer job and classes. Oh, yeah he’s grounded that’s why. And to make things more interesting, the summer job he got is the same place where Ally’s father is working. Ally was supposed to spend the summer with her father, but when she saw Jake there, she changed her mind. But things got more complicated for Ally, for one, some cresties are at the shore. Hammond might still have a thing for her. Then there’s complication, called Cooper. And her mom and Gray are getting closer everyday… so close, that she thought there’s no hope for reconciliation for her parents. What a girl got to do? Do summer flings and drown her self with alcohol. So with that, my question remains—what heck happened Ally?
I really like Ally, she’s different. She’s strong. But even strongest have his moment of weakness and this is probably Ally’s. I don’t like her—here. She’s anything but strong. Where is the Ally who stood tall among her rich bullies? I don’t see her here. So I’m really disappointed. All she did was moped around, cry, and drown herself with alcohol. While I despise Cooper (why the heck is he… a little rant later) he do have a point. All she did was complain how pathetic, miserable her life is. I know, I know she’ probably had enough. And she can’t contain it any longer. But I hope she throw her—I don’t know —tantrums (?) a little better. But still, I like her. She did redeem herself a bit in the end! So please, Ally, be the person you are in the first book!
Jake? He got a huge problem at the end of the book. And he thought since Ally forgave him, everything will work out just fine. Then bam! He’s going to be a father. He knocked up Chloe. I’m pretty sure he isn’t the father. I know it. I’m not that naive not to read the clues in there. But something “happened” between him and Chloe that’s for sure. But he isn’t it. That I can tell.
I asked for some new guy, you know for distraction, a challenge for our spineless main lead, Jake. But man, Cooper? Really? What’s the point of shoving a douchebag in front of another? (I like Jake, but he still doesn’t have enough guts for me) It doesn’t make any sense. I probably like Hammond better for this position. And that Cooper? I’m so right about his character. He’s so not worth it (pun intended).
While this book frustrates me to end, I still like it. One thing I enjoy the most was “Daily Field Journal of Annie Johnston.” It’s so freaking hilarious. Without this I’ll probably gave it a much lower score. But Annie rocks! I really hope the last book turn out right.
With all the drama happened in the first book, Ally and Jake need some time alone. Separately. Ally spent her summer in Jersey Shore, while Jake remained at Orchard Hill doing summer job and classes. Oh, yeah he’s grounded that’s why. And to make things more interesting, the summer job he got is the same place where Ally’s father is working. Ally was supposed to spend the summer with her father, but when she saw Jake there, she changed her mind. But things got more complicated for Ally, for one, some cresties are at the shore. Hammond might still have a thing for her. Then there’s complication, called Cooper. And her mom and Gray are getting closer everyday… so close, that she thought there’s no hope for reconciliation for her parents. What a girl got to do? Do summer flings and drown her self with alcohol. So with that, my question remains—what heck happened Ally?
I really like Ally, she’s different. She’s strong. But even strongest have his moment of weakness and this is probably Ally’s. I don’t like her—here. She’s anything but strong. Where is the Ally who stood tall among her rich bullies? I don’t see her here. So I’m really disappointed. All she did was moped around, cry, and drown herself with alcohol. While I despise Cooper (why the heck is he… a little rant later) he do have a point. All she did was complain how pathetic, miserable her life is. I know, I know she’ probably had enough. And she can’t contain it any longer. But I hope she throw her—I don’t know —tantrums (?) a little better. But still, I like her. She did redeem herself a bit in the end! So please, Ally, be the person you are in the first book!
Jake? He got a huge problem at the end of the book. And he thought since Ally forgave him, everything will work out just fine. Then bam! He’s going to be a father. He knocked up Chloe. I’m pretty sure he isn’t the father. I know it. I’m not that naive not to read the clues in there. But something “happened” between him and Chloe that’s for sure. But he isn’t it. That I can tell.
I asked for some new guy, you know for distraction, a challenge for our spineless main lead, Jake. But man, Cooper? Really? What’s the point of shoving a douchebag in front of another? (I like Jake, but he still doesn’t have enough guts for me) It doesn’t make any sense. I probably like Hammond better for this position. And that Cooper? I’m so right about his character. He’s so not worth it (pun intended).
While this book frustrates me to end, I still like it. One thing I enjoy the most was “Daily Field Journal of Annie Johnston.” It’s so freaking hilarious. Without this I’ll probably gave it a much lower score. But Annie rocks! I really hope the last book turn out right.
November 3, 2011
She's so dead to us and he's so not worth it are two books from a trilogy. When i got the first book of the trilogy “She’s So Dead to Us” i found the synopsis intriguing. An ex-rich popular girl ends up leaving her hometown “Orchin Hall” poor and fatherless because her runaway father lost all his family’s money along with millions of dollars from the other rich families that live in their Crestie neighborhood (sort of like the zip code 90210 of beverly hills). However the story starts 18 months later when the girl “Ally”, now 17 years old, and her mom end up moving back to her hometown and enrolls Ally in the same school she previously went to. This time she’s not the rich kid in the fanciest house at crestie, but a poor kid living in a small condo at one of the poorer areas of Orchid Hall. She also finds out the hard way that her ex-friends aren’t as forgiving as she thought they would be, and it becomes a struggle when she meets a cute boy who’s currently in their “clique”.
When i read somewhere that the series is a page turner, i promised myself id start reading it. Because lets face it, lately all the books are paranormal and you can hardly find a good and mature book (ie, not a tween YA book) that is interesting and fun to read.
boy was i hooked. I finished the first book in less than a day and tackled the second book straight away. Here im glad i only started reading the first when i got the second because Kieran Scott is apparently big on cliffhangers. However the cliffhanger of the second book is 10 times worse than the first book so i still have to wait 8 months until the final installment is released (May 1st, 2012). However even though the first book was slightly more enjoyable and thrilling than the second, i still loved the second book and can’t wait to find the end of this fabulous trilogy.
The books are addictive, Kieran Scott knows how to grip her readers, and i recently found out she uses the pen names Emma Harrison AND Kate Brian, both of whom are authors of books i greatly enjoyed. From now on this author(s) will be on my radar for any new published books, because for a lazy day of coffee drinking and lounging her books are EXACTLY what i need.
- Juhina
When i read somewhere that the series is a page turner, i promised myself id start reading it. Because lets face it, lately all the books are paranormal and you can hardly find a good and mature book (ie, not a tween YA book) that is interesting and fun to read.
boy was i hooked. I finished the first book in less than a day and tackled the second book straight away. Here im glad i only started reading the first when i got the second because Kieran Scott is apparently big on cliffhangers. However the cliffhanger of the second book is 10 times worse than the first book so i still have to wait 8 months until the final installment is released (May 1st, 2012). However even though the first book was slightly more enjoyable and thrilling than the second, i still loved the second book and can’t wait to find the end of this fabulous trilogy.
The books are addictive, Kieran Scott knows how to grip her readers, and i recently found out she uses the pen names Emma Harrison AND Kate Brian, both of whom are authors of books i greatly enjoyed. From now on this author(s) will be on my radar for any new published books, because for a lazy day of coffee drinking and lounging her books are EXACTLY what i need.
- Juhina
May 29, 2011
Jake Graydon, an exciting opportunity is waiting for you in the service industry! Are your grades so low your parents have grounded you for the summer? Did you the girl you really like unceremoniously leave you behind? Would you rather eat dirt than see your friends again? Then a job at the local coffee shop is just the ticket! Surprisingly, Ally's father is the new manager so you get to be reminded of her nearly every day. Maybe it's time to start flirting with your best friend's ex or even taking school a bit more seriously. Especially when you finally see Ally and she's hanging around with some loser and it's couldn't be more clear that she is over you. Have a great summer!
I really wanted to like this story, as I'm a huge fan of Kieran Scott and I had placed this book on my wish list months ago. I had been looking forward to it, but it just didn't live up to my expectations. It was entertaining, but I just found myself not caring very much for some of the characters, including the mains ones at times. I could truly sympathize with Ally's humiliation, but the way she handled it was less than admirable. I mean, it makes sense that she'd be a little teen angsty, but I think it was taken to the extreme. None of her reactions make sense. Take Jake, for instance... she misses him, but he comes to see her and she acts like he's dirt. Then later he comes to see her again and everything's ok again.
The majority of the book is spent with Ally missing Jake, but I just couldn't understand why. I didn't find him all that likeable. At times he was, but for the most part, no. He makes one major mistake in the book that I found unforgiveable, and I just couldn't get past it. Most of the time, he seems spoiled and lazy and unsympathetic, and I kept thinking to myself that the book was well named... He is SO not worth it.
The plot just seemed to plod along with all the characters racing from one place to another without much purpose. This was definitely not one of my favorites by Kieran Scott. It was just ok for me, although it won't stop me from reading her future books!
I really wanted to like this story, as I'm a huge fan of Kieran Scott and I had placed this book on my wish list months ago. I had been looking forward to it, but it just didn't live up to my expectations. It was entertaining, but I just found myself not caring very much for some of the characters, including the mains ones at times. I could truly sympathize with Ally's humiliation, but the way she handled it was less than admirable. I mean, it makes sense that she'd be a little teen angsty, but I think it was taken to the extreme. None of her reactions make sense. Take Jake, for instance... she misses him, but he comes to see her and she acts like he's dirt. Then later he comes to see her again and everything's ok again.
The majority of the book is spent with Ally missing Jake, but I just couldn't understand why. I didn't find him all that likeable. At times he was, but for the most part, no. He makes one major mistake in the book that I found unforgiveable, and I just couldn't get past it. Most of the time, he seems spoiled and lazy and unsympathetic, and I kept thinking to myself that the book was well named... He is SO not worth it.
The plot just seemed to plod along with all the characters racing from one place to another without much purpose. This was definitely not one of my favorites by Kieran Scott. It was just ok for me, although it won't stop me from reading her future books!
February 24, 2012
Sigh, I really do hate cliffhangers. Especially since I couldn't dive into the next book right afterwards to find out what happened.
This book was no disappointment though, and it's debatable whether this was better than She's so Dead to Us. Kieran Scott easily continues from one novel to the next, and does explain a bit background to the reader in case he or she didn't read the first novel. Then again, I wouldn't want to read the second novel without reading the first one, obviously.
I loved the little tid-bits with Allison's narrations, it's hilarious. Yet I found it sometimes hard to follow with all the "Subject Jake, Subject..,etc." but other than that those sections were quite enjoyable.
I was really frustrated with Ally's decisions, but I could understand why she made the decision to break into Chloe's summer house with Cooper. Ally just didn't want to deal with Jake and Chloe, and she needed a distraction. She was also sad that her mother was finally moving on from her father. She definitely made some bad choices as well, and Jake realized that and still stayed by her side when she was drunk. I was seriously saying NOOOO! when Jake and Chloe started getting close because I knew that outcome would happen one way or another... I'm also relieved that Ally became friends with Shannen again, even though I probably wouldn't have. What Shannen did before was just...outrageous, but I guess that was the past.
Hmmm, I wonder what would have happened if Ally actually did stay with her father for the summer...
I can't wait for the last novel, yet I'm sad the trilogy will be ending. I have a slight feeling of what will happen, but I still hope Jake and Ally will end up together. According to the synopsis, Jake will probably end up taking care of Chloe. Yet this will cause a major rift between Jake and Ally. Ahhh, I'm so excited! Can't wait!
This book was no disappointment though, and it's debatable whether this was better than She's so Dead to Us. Kieran Scott easily continues from one novel to the next, and does explain a bit background to the reader in case he or she didn't read the first novel. Then again, I wouldn't want to read the second novel without reading the first one, obviously.
I loved the little tid-bits with Allison's narrations, it's hilarious. Yet I found it sometimes hard to follow with all the "Subject Jake, Subject..,etc." but other than that those sections were quite enjoyable.
I was really frustrated with Ally's decisions, but I could understand why she made the decision to break into Chloe's summer house with Cooper. Ally just didn't want to deal with Jake and Chloe, and she needed a distraction. She was also sad that her mother was finally moving on from her father. She definitely made some bad choices as well, and Jake realized that and still stayed by her side when she was drunk. I was seriously saying NOOOO! when Jake and Chloe started getting close because I knew that outcome would happen one way or another... I'm also relieved that Ally became friends with Shannen again, even though I probably wouldn't have. What Shannen did before was just...outrageous, but I guess that was the past.
Hmmm, I wonder what would have happened if Ally actually did stay with her father for the summer...
I can't wait for the last novel, yet I'm sad the trilogy will be ending. I have a slight feeling of what will happen, but I still hope Jake and Ally will end up together. According to the synopsis, Jake will probably end up taking care of Chloe. Yet this will cause a major rift between Jake and Ally. Ahhh, I'm so excited! Can't wait!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 9, 2011
This book was absolutely AMAZING!!! Anyone who thinks any less of it is insane! Even though it took a while for this book to come out after She's So Dead to Us, it was TOTALLY worth the wait. The characters were as crazy, lovable, and annoying as ever (in a good way) that I found myself talking about them as if they were actually real people. The plot was incredible and ended with an INSANE cliffhanger that made my eyes literally bulge out of their sockets. Kieran Scott is one of my absolute favorite authors, so it's no surprise that this book was so good, but I still love the feeling of reading a book that I can't put down for anything (I was literally reading all day). I actually felt like I was part of the story and there were always twists and turns in the plot that made it not boring, yet not too jumpy. I love everything about this series and CANNOT wait for the next book to come out. I will be counting down the days just so I can figure out what happens next to my new favorite characters (even if their relationship is so up and down), Ally and Jake! So seriously, if you haven't read any of Kieran Scott's books, you need to! You're missing out on some of the best books I have ever read! So read it now!!!
August 19, 2011
Siiiiiiiiigh. The minute Cooper arrived at the scene I knew the rest of the plot would be a series of flimsy new plot-device characters that are just there to make the main couple jealous of each other's respective summer flings. Unfortunately, this reads more like a big checklist of relationship roadblocks than its predecessor, which I really, really, loved.
So maybe if our two narrators, previously-awesome-mc Ally and jerk-with-a-heart-of-gold Jake, actually got together, there would be no reason to continue the series as it would all fall apart. Instead we're forced into pages and pages of tension thanks to every male character falling in love with Ally and Jake getting (really obviously) jealous. I think that part where he PUNCHED A WALL after seeing ANOTHER MAN WITH HIS WOMAN that it crossed the line into melodrama, the kind that makes you cringe inside.
I still think that the writing and style is smooth and effortless, with snappy dialogue and a great balance between both POVs, but the plot just doesn't hold up.
So maybe if our two narrators, previously-awesome-mc Ally and jerk-with-a-heart-of-gold Jake, actually got together, there would be no reason to continue the series as it would all fall apart. Instead we're forced into pages and pages of tension thanks to every male character falling in love with Ally and Jake getting (really obviously) jealous. I think that part where he PUNCHED A WALL after seeing ANOTHER MAN WITH HIS WOMAN that it crossed the line into melodrama, the kind that makes you cringe inside.
I still think that the writing and style is smooth and effortless, with snappy dialogue and a great balance between both POVs, but the plot just doesn't hold up.
June 3, 2011
Warning: Contains spoilers for She’s So Dead To Us.
He’s So Not Worth It by Kieran Scott is the second in the He’s So/She’s So trilogy. It picks up exactly where She’s So Dead To Us leaves us. In case you missed it: Ally’s dad invests all of her friends’ parents money and loses it. She leaves the Crest. Then moves back, friendless. Ally’s former friends plot against her. Hot boy Jake moves into her old house and old room. Things heat up between Ally and Jake. But the flame is extinguished when Jake is party to a cruel prank played on Ally where her former friend Shannen showcases film footage of Ally’s missing father working the deli in NYC. Ally and Jake break up, which should bring us up to speed for He’s So Not Worth It.
Read the rest of my review here
He’s So Not Worth It by Kieran Scott is the second in the He’s So/She’s So trilogy. It picks up exactly where She’s So Dead To Us leaves us. In case you missed it: Ally’s dad invests all of her friends’ parents money and loses it. She leaves the Crest. Then moves back, friendless. Ally’s former friends plot against her. Hot boy Jake moves into her old house and old room. Things heat up between Ally and Jake. But the flame is extinguished when Jake is party to a cruel prank played on Ally where her former friend Shannen showcases film footage of Ally’s missing father working the deli in NYC. Ally and Jake break up, which should bring us up to speed for He’s So Not Worth It.
Read the rest of my review here
August 28, 2019
WARNING: Read at your own discretion.
The amount of drama in this book...I mean, wow! I was blown away by the intensity of this second novel. I cannot wait to read the third novel; I think it's going to be the best one yet.
I was happy this book continued on from the first book. I could feel the anger Ally had towards her father in the beginning of the book and towards her mother throughout the entire book. I rooted for Ally's father when he tried to rekindle his love with Ally's mother by recreating their first date. I felt the tension between Jake and his mother. I kinda felt bad for Jake, having to spend the entire summer going to work, doing SAT practice, and taking summer classes, but he dug his own grave. He might as well lie in it. It was definitely heated between Jake and Ally. I know Jake betrayed Ally and everything, but come on, if Ally loved him as much as it said she did, then she would learn to forgive him much quicker than she did. I desperately wanted Jake and Ally to get back together again.
What Has Happened Since the First Book: -Ally goes to the shore.
-Jake stays in Orchard Hill.
-Ally becomes whiny and aggravating towards her mother and Gray.
-Jake gets a job at Jump (the coffee shop), working for Ally's dad.
-Ally starts dating a local boy, Cooper.
-Jakes gets angry at work and drives to the shore only to see Cooper and Ally kissing. Jake punches a wall.
-Hammond becomes obsessed with all things Ally. Ally doesn't like it.
-Shannen's parents get divorced, so Shannen and her mother spend time with Ally's "family" while her father moves out.
-Ally's parents get divorced. Ally's mother and Dr. Nathanson are now engaged.
-Jake and Chloe have sex.
-Ally and Jake get together again.
-Chloe is pregnant with Jake's child.
Time to read the next book!
The amount of drama in this book...I mean, wow! I was blown away by the intensity of this second novel. I cannot wait to read the third novel; I think it's going to be the best one yet.
I was happy this book continued on from the first book. I could feel the anger Ally had towards her father in the beginning of the book and towards her mother throughout the entire book. I rooted for Ally's father when he tried to rekindle his love with Ally's mother by recreating their first date. I felt the tension between Jake and his mother. I kinda felt bad for Jake, having to spend the entire summer going to work, doing SAT practice, and taking summer classes, but he dug his own grave. He might as well lie in it. It was definitely heated between Jake and Ally. I know Jake betrayed Ally and everything, but come on, if Ally loved him as much as it said she did, then she would learn to forgive him much quicker than she did. I desperately wanted Jake and Ally to get back together again.
What Has Happened Since the First Book: -Ally goes to the shore.
-Jake stays in Orchard Hill.
-Ally becomes whiny and aggravating towards her mother and Gray.
-Jake gets a job at Jump (the coffee shop), working for Ally's dad.
-Ally starts dating a local boy, Cooper.
-Jakes gets angry at work and drives to the shore only to see Cooper and Ally kissing. Jake punches a wall.
-Hammond becomes obsessed with all things Ally. Ally doesn't like it.
-Shannen's parents get divorced, so Shannen and her mother spend time with Ally's "family" while her father moves out.
-Ally's parents get divorced. Ally's mother and Dr. Nathanson are now engaged.
-Jake and Chloe have sex.
-Ally and Jake get together again.
-Chloe is pregnant with Jake's child.
Time to read the next book!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 5, 2018
This second novel in the He's So/She's So series was infuriating...not in a bad way, but there were a lot of situations and things going on that were quite angering.
Trying to do this without spoilers...
Ally's mom is frustrating. As a mother myself, it's hard for me to understand how she doesn't see what she's doing to her daughter. Why does it take so long and such drastic things happening before she opens her eyes and sees that her daughter is in pain? Why does she still seem not to care? I think she's the absolute most aggravating character in the series for me.
Jake, why do you do what you do? I know he's a good guy, I can tell, but he keeps making dumb choices and not thinking through the possible consequences of his actions. I know, I know, he's a teenager, but dang kid, grow up!
The rest of the Cresties are just so entitled and spoiled and it's hard to take their issues seriously until this book. Even now though, why does Shannon think she needs to act out this way? Why is Faith so mean?
All in all, if you enjoy a good angst filled teen drama, this is the series for you. I have an idea of what's going to happen in the next book, and I hope everything works out the way I want it to in the end.
Trying to do this without spoilers...
Ally's mom is frustrating. As a mother myself, it's hard for me to understand how she doesn't see what she's doing to her daughter. Why does it take so long and such drastic things happening before she opens her eyes and sees that her daughter is in pain? Why does she still seem not to care? I think she's the absolute most aggravating character in the series for me.
Jake, why do you do what you do? I know he's a good guy, I can tell, but he keeps making dumb choices and not thinking through the possible consequences of his actions. I know, I know, he's a teenager, but dang kid, grow up!
The rest of the Cresties are just so entitled and spoiled and it's hard to take their issues seriously until this book. Even now though, why does Shannon think she needs to act out this way? Why is Faith so mean?
All in all, if you enjoy a good angst filled teen drama, this is the series for you. I have an idea of what's going to happen in the next book, and I hope everything works out the way I want it to in the end.
August 27, 2018
2.5 stars
Just a little too much teen angst for me. I thought the first one was dramatic, but this one was much more so.
I also didn’t like Ally anywhere near as much as I did in the first one. She was really immature and kept acting out. I understood that she had a lot going on in her life, but she was on a really self destructive path in this one. I couldn’t stand Connor either. Her parents, particularly her mother, were completely useless. The mother’s obsession with her new boyfriend was ridiculous. She should have been more attentive to her daughter.
Jake was okay. I liked him more than Ally, but I couldn’t help feeling that everyone should have just been honest with each other from the beginning.
Annie’s spy journal was the best part of the book. It was pretty funny.
I am going to read the last one, especially after the cliffhanger ending of this book.
Just a little too much teen angst for me. I thought the first one was dramatic, but this one was much more so.
I also didn’t like Ally anywhere near as much as I did in the first one. She was really immature and kept acting out. I understood that she had a lot going on in her life, but she was on a really self destructive path in this one. I couldn’t stand Connor either. Her parents, particularly her mother, were completely useless. The mother’s obsession with her new boyfriend was ridiculous. She should have been more attentive to her daughter.
Jake was okay. I liked him more than Ally, but I couldn’t help feeling that everyone should have just been honest with each other from the beginning.
Annie’s spy journal was the best part of the book. It was pretty funny.
I am going to read the last one, especially after the cliffhanger ending of this book.
June 19, 2011
*Note* Spoilers ahead if you haven’t read the first book in this series, SHE’S SO DEAD TO US.
HE’S SO NOT WORTH IT picks up right where SHE’S SO DEAD TO US left off. Ally is completely devastated after being humiliated at Chloe’s party. As her mom and her new boyfriend Gray pack up to head to the Jersey Shore for the summer, Ally decides she wants to stay home with her dad, who has recently moved back into town. But when Ally finds out that Jake has gotten a job working for her dad at the coffee shop, Ally’s had enough, and decides that spending the summer down the shore is better than spending it in Orchard Hill.
Down the shore, Ally tries to reinvent herself. Avoiding her old friends, she gets a job at an ice cream shop and befriends a group of locals; including a boy named Cooper. Ally is determined to spend the summer forgetting and her dad, Jake and her old friends. No matter what it takes.
I absolutely devoured this book. I really enjoyed the first book in this series, and I loved this sequel too. It’s so simple to get completely lost in Ally’s world. The gossip, deceit, backstabbing and sexual tension kept me turning the pages long into the night. Kieran Scott is an expert at writing young adult novels. She totally sucks me into her stories. She really does the teenage voice perfectly.
While I loved Ally as a main character in the first book, I was disappointed that Ally really annoyed me in this second book. In the first book, I respected Ally; she held her head high after her fall from grace. In this sequel, all Ally did was complain and whine about how crappy her life was. Granted, she was going through an extremely rough time, but for some reason, instead of sympathizing with Ally, she grated on my nerves.
However, while I didn’t love Ally in this book, I did have a change of heart about our main character Jake. In SHE’S SO DEAD TO US, I thought Jake was a complete jerk. I didn’t feel any kind of attraction or pull towards him. In this book, Jake definitely grew up and matured a little and I was able to root for him and Ally. Though I still couldn’t get behind all of his decisions. Tsk tsk.
I keep going back and forth in my head about how realistic this novel is. In one scene, Ally is completely drunk, vomits on Cooper and passes out. While this certainly isn’t typical, all of the events in this book led up to Ally going completely off the edge and doing anything she could to numb herself to forget the pain. In that same vein, at times I questioned Ally’s choice in hooking up with Cooper, but was able to put aside my dislike for him to understand that in Ally’s situation, this would be the guy that she would choose to consume herself with. The complete opposite of Jake.
I loved Annie’s field journals at the start of each new chapter. This definitely added a new and interesting layer to the story. It was fun to hear things from Annie’s outsider view. Even though she was an outside, she had so much information and juicy gossip and I looked forward to putting together the mini mysteries as she collected clues.
Of course, besides the main Ally and Jake story, we also get to peek into the lives of some of Ally’s old friends. My favorite part of getting to hear these stories were that they were still told through the lenses of Ally and Jake (since the book is told in their alternating points of view). It’s definitely a unique way to tell these smaller side stories. We also get a glimpse into Chloe, Faith, Shannen and Hammond’s lives through Annie’s field journal.
The fact that this book took place both in Ally’s hometown AND down the shore definitely kept my attention. I’m a sucker for stories about summer, and as someone who heads to the Jersey Shore every single summer, I was able to relate to much of the lovely setting. It was fun to hear about the beautiful beach homes, especially in contrast to Ally’s new local friends and the beach shack they often partied at.
Um, holy cliffhanger! If I thought the ending of the first book was intense, nothing compares to this crazy ending. My mouth seriously dropped open and I kept swiping my iPad hoping and praying for just one more chapter. I haven’t been able to find a title or release date for a third book, but I can’t imagine that Kieran Scott would end the series like this. Hopefully we’ll find out soon!
HE’S SO NOT WORTH IT picks up right where SHE’S SO DEAD TO US left off. Ally is completely devastated after being humiliated at Chloe’s party. As her mom and her new boyfriend Gray pack up to head to the Jersey Shore for the summer, Ally decides she wants to stay home with her dad, who has recently moved back into town. But when Ally finds out that Jake has gotten a job working for her dad at the coffee shop, Ally’s had enough, and decides that spending the summer down the shore is better than spending it in Orchard Hill.
Down the shore, Ally tries to reinvent herself. Avoiding her old friends, she gets a job at an ice cream shop and befriends a group of locals; including a boy named Cooper. Ally is determined to spend the summer forgetting and her dad, Jake and her old friends. No matter what it takes.
I absolutely devoured this book. I really enjoyed the first book in this series, and I loved this sequel too. It’s so simple to get completely lost in Ally’s world. The gossip, deceit, backstabbing and sexual tension kept me turning the pages long into the night. Kieran Scott is an expert at writing young adult novels. She totally sucks me into her stories. She really does the teenage voice perfectly.
While I loved Ally as a main character in the first book, I was disappointed that Ally really annoyed me in this second book. In the first book, I respected Ally; she held her head high after her fall from grace. In this sequel, all Ally did was complain and whine about how crappy her life was. Granted, she was going through an extremely rough time, but for some reason, instead of sympathizing with Ally, she grated on my nerves.
However, while I didn’t love Ally in this book, I did have a change of heart about our main character Jake. In SHE’S SO DEAD TO US, I thought Jake was a complete jerk. I didn’t feel any kind of attraction or pull towards him. In this book, Jake definitely grew up and matured a little and I was able to root for him and Ally. Though I still couldn’t get behind all of his decisions. Tsk tsk.
I keep going back and forth in my head about how realistic this novel is. In one scene, Ally is completely drunk, vomits on Cooper and passes out. While this certainly isn’t typical, all of the events in this book led up to Ally going completely off the edge and doing anything she could to numb herself to forget the pain. In that same vein, at times I questioned Ally’s choice in hooking up with Cooper, but was able to put aside my dislike for him to understand that in Ally’s situation, this would be the guy that she would choose to consume herself with. The complete opposite of Jake.
I loved Annie’s field journals at the start of each new chapter. This definitely added a new and interesting layer to the story. It was fun to hear things from Annie’s outsider view. Even though she was an outside, she had so much information and juicy gossip and I looked forward to putting together the mini mysteries as she collected clues.
Of course, besides the main Ally and Jake story, we also get to peek into the lives of some of Ally’s old friends. My favorite part of getting to hear these stories were that they were still told through the lenses of Ally and Jake (since the book is told in their alternating points of view). It’s definitely a unique way to tell these smaller side stories. We also get a glimpse into Chloe, Faith, Shannen and Hammond’s lives through Annie’s field journal.
The fact that this book took place both in Ally’s hometown AND down the shore definitely kept my attention. I’m a sucker for stories about summer, and as someone who heads to the Jersey Shore every single summer, I was able to relate to much of the lovely setting. It was fun to hear about the beautiful beach homes, especially in contrast to Ally’s new local friends and the beach shack they often partied at.
Um, holy cliffhanger! If I thought the ending of the first book was intense, nothing compares to this crazy ending. My mouth seriously dropped open and I kept swiping my iPad hoping and praying for just one more chapter. I haven’t been able to find a title or release date for a third book, but I can’t imagine that Kieran Scott would end the series like this. Hopefully we’ll find out soon!
September 6, 2012
“I missed you so much," she breathed. I tilted my head back and put my hands on her shoulders. I could hardly believe this was happening. I was finally getting to touch her. To kiss her. It was all happening. "I missed you, too.” - Jake
After finishing She's So Dead to Us, I immediately dived into this - He's So Not Worth It, well with that cliff-hanger who wouldn't? Now considering how much I enjoyed the first book, I was expecting to enjoy this one more, however I was really disappointed when I didn't - I actually enjoyed this less.
After the shocking cliff-hanger in She's So Dead to Us, we see Ally head to the beach for the summer to try and get over the humiliation from Shannen's birthday party and we see Jake, staying behind at home while all his friends go away for summer because he's grounded and is forced to get a job by his mother. Now the story line is great, it was nice to see the characters go off and do their own things but, what I didn't enjoy was how much drama and angst and stubbornness came out of this book - it was very frustrating at times because while I enjoyed the amount of drama and angst in the first one, I thought it was too much in this one. Not only that but the characters annoyed this time too.
Ally: She really frustrated and I mean REALLY frustrated me. I really felt for her situation so I sympathised for her, but as the book went on she became a very bitter, childish character. I know she was upset and heart-broken, but the way she acted really was uncalled for. She's mean to her mum, she's rude to her friends and it came across quite bitchy. Oh and I'm mustn't forget her stubbornness which again was frustrating. Jake reaches out to Ally so many times and she just throws it in his face by getting together with that local guy - who by the way is a total creep.
Jake: I really liked him to start with but I wish he's just say what he thinks. He goes to Ally and tries to reconnect with her and messes it up. So, what does he do? Sleeps with one of best friends - idiot! He's a lovely character when he wants to be, but when it comes to girls and they offer him sex, he's weak. It sometimes make me question if he deserves Ally but with the way they both acted in this book, they deserve each other. I'm praying they both redeem themselves because I loved them to start and now I'm slowly hating them every time they make a stupid decision - even though the ending of this book was good, they still need to do something out-standing for me.
I know I've moaned a lot in this review but I still do think this series is worth a read. It's just with this being the second book and with the way the characters acted, it's a very frustrating read and I don't like that. Anyway, still I'm starting book three....now! =)
After finishing She's So Dead to Us, I immediately dived into this - He's So Not Worth It, well with that cliff-hanger who wouldn't? Now considering how much I enjoyed the first book, I was expecting to enjoy this one more, however I was really disappointed when I didn't - I actually enjoyed this less.
After the shocking cliff-hanger in She's So Dead to Us, we see Ally head to the beach for the summer to try and get over the humiliation from Shannen's birthday party and we see Jake, staying behind at home while all his friends go away for summer because he's grounded and is forced to get a job by his mother. Now the story line is great, it was nice to see the characters go off and do their own things but, what I didn't enjoy was how much drama and angst and stubbornness came out of this book - it was very frustrating at times because while I enjoyed the amount of drama and angst in the first one, I thought it was too much in this one. Not only that but the characters annoyed this time too.
Ally: She really frustrated and I mean REALLY frustrated me. I really felt for her situation so I sympathised for her, but as the book went on she became a very bitter, childish character. I know she was upset and heart-broken, but the way she acted really was uncalled for. She's mean to her mum, she's rude to her friends and it came across quite bitchy. Oh and I'm mustn't forget her stubbornness which again was frustrating. Jake reaches out to Ally so many times and she just throws it in his face by getting together with that local guy - who by the way is a total creep.
Jake: I really liked him to start with but I wish he's just say what he thinks. He goes to Ally and tries to reconnect with her and messes it up. So, what does he do? Sleeps with one of best friends - idiot! He's a lovely character when he wants to be, but when it comes to girls and they offer him sex, he's weak. It sometimes make me question if he deserves Ally but with the way they both acted in this book, they deserve each other. I'm praying they both redeem themselves because I loved them to start and now I'm slowly hating them every time they make a stupid decision - even though the ending of this book was good, they still need to do something out-standing for me.
I know I've moaned a lot in this review but I still do think this series is worth a read. It's just with this being the second book and with the way the characters acted, it's a very frustrating read and I don't like that. Anyway, still I'm starting book three....now! =)
June 29, 2011
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Oh My God…. Did that really just happen?
From beginning to start I just couldn’t stop reading this book, I just finished the first one (“She’s so dead to us”) and loved it, and now I finished the second one. I didn’t think this book could top the first one but I was so wrong, so very wrong.
“He’s so not worth it” started off right after the first drama filled book, there’s never a dull moment in Ally’s life that’s for sure.
Ally has just gotten over the fact that her dad after running away for two years and not telling anyone where he is has suddenly appeared on her doorstep after the unfortunate incident that happened right before that. Ally’s mom wanted nothing to do with him, especially since she was dating a rich guy who she loved.
Ally just wants everything to work out, she wants her mom and dad to get back together, she wants nothing to do with her back stabbing friends and most of all she doesn’t want anything to do with Jake. That’s why she starts getting closer to a local hottie, all he and her ever do is go to parties and drink alcohol. I knew something was up with him from the very beginning, he didn’t seem very nice.
Throughout the book it switches from Ally’s point of view to Jakes. I really appreciated the different POV because you knew what Jake was actually feeling. Jake loved Ally so much and just wanted to make things right. I wouldn’t think twice about dating a boy as nice and handsome as Jake. I realized that Ally was mad at Jake but she didn’t really need to act like that towards him.
You’re not missing out on the drama; both books are filled with so much drama in everyone’s life, it’s like their very own soap opera.
The thing about main characters is that when you read about them and what they’re thinking you kind of start to dislike the character a little bit. Ally acted like a total B**** (excuse the word but I don’t know how else to put it) she’s whiny, she pity’s herself way too much, plus she puts way to much drama on herself. I know she does have an excuse. Her life is a living nightmare, and I think that if I were her I would act the same way.
I just can’t get enough of this series. I think Kieran Scott is my new favorite author! And everyone complains about the love triangle’s in books well there wasn’t just a love triangle, there was a love square, meaning she had not 1, not 2, but 3 guys who liked her. *sigh* bad decisions were made, fights broke out and the cliffhanger at the end. You do not know how much I just want to break into Kieran’s house and borrow her manuscript for just a sneak peek.
Oh My God…. Did that really just happen?
From beginning to start I just couldn’t stop reading this book, I just finished the first one (“She’s so dead to us”) and loved it, and now I finished the second one. I didn’t think this book could top the first one but I was so wrong, so very wrong.
“He’s so not worth it” started off right after the first drama filled book, there’s never a dull moment in Ally’s life that’s for sure.
Ally has just gotten over the fact that her dad after running away for two years and not telling anyone where he is has suddenly appeared on her doorstep after the unfortunate incident that happened right before that. Ally’s mom wanted nothing to do with him, especially since she was dating a rich guy who she loved.
Ally just wants everything to work out, she wants her mom and dad to get back together, she wants nothing to do with her back stabbing friends and most of all she doesn’t want anything to do with Jake. That’s why she starts getting closer to a local hottie, all he and her ever do is go to parties and drink alcohol. I knew something was up with him from the very beginning, he didn’t seem very nice.
Throughout the book it switches from Ally’s point of view to Jakes. I really appreciated the different POV because you knew what Jake was actually feeling. Jake loved Ally so much and just wanted to make things right. I wouldn’t think twice about dating a boy as nice and handsome as Jake. I realized that Ally was mad at Jake but she didn’t really need to act like that towards him.
You’re not missing out on the drama; both books are filled with so much drama in everyone’s life, it’s like their very own soap opera.
The thing about main characters is that when you read about them and what they’re thinking you kind of start to dislike the character a little bit. Ally acted like a total B**** (excuse the word but I don’t know how else to put it) she’s whiny, she pity’s herself way too much, plus she puts way to much drama on herself. I know she does have an excuse. Her life is a living nightmare, and I think that if I were her I would act the same way.
I just can’t get enough of this series. I think Kieran Scott is my new favorite author! And everyone complains about the love triangle’s in books well there wasn’t just a love triangle, there was a love square, meaning she had not 1, not 2, but 3 guys who liked her. *sigh* bad decisions were made, fights broke out and the cliffhanger at the end. You do not know how much I just want to break into Kieran’s house and borrow her manuscript for just a sneak peek.
June 7, 2011
I confess, I did not read the first book, She's So Dead To Us. In fact I wasn't even aware that I was jumping into a sequel until I started reading. It was fairly obvious while reading this book that I was missing some serious backstory, so to everyone else make sure you read the first one in the series before tackling this one; it will make everything MUCH clearer I'm sure!
Throughout this book we encounter three characters' points of view. Mostly it's either Ally or Jake, but we also get some insight into what Annie's up to through her notebook entries. I have to admit, as much as I enjoyed this book I really couldn't stand Ally. I understand that she was going through a really tough time (with her dad returning after 2 years, being humiliated by her so-called friends), but she was an incredible brat through pretty much the entire book. Let's just say I loved to hate her. I liked Jake and felt bad for him; he made a mistake and wanted to make amends with Ally because he was starting to realize he truly had feelings for her, but he wasn't used to having to beg for forgiveness. Of course it's not like Ally was giving him or any of her "friends" the time of day to even apologize if they wanted to. Once again, I realize they did a pretty terrible and humiliating thing to her, but the way Ally handled the whole situation made me want to slap her for acting like a spoiled 5 year old. I really liked Ally's friend, Annie, though. Her spy missions on the "Cresties" (a.k.a. "the rich kids") were often very comical and were a nice break between Ally and Jake's parts of the story.
Despite some of the issues I had with the story line (mainly the fact that some of the characters were supposedly so in love, then they broke up, but they all seemed to move on pretty darn quick; guess that's part of being a teenager though!), I really enjoyed this book overall. I owe that fact entirely to the author's great writing style; once I got into the story it was hard to put down. As for the ending, wow...what can I say? Definitely an epic cliffhanger that will have me desperately waiting for the next installment in this series.
Overall this was a great, fun, light read that had me guessing at how the book would conclude. Nothing could have prepared me for that ending! Now that I've read He's So Not Worth It, I can't wait to go back and read She's So Dead To Us; I'm sure it will really clear up the whole story for me. Plus, I really want to spend more time with these characters!
Throughout this book we encounter three characters' points of view. Mostly it's either Ally or Jake, but we also get some insight into what Annie's up to through her notebook entries. I have to admit, as much as I enjoyed this book I really couldn't stand Ally. I understand that she was going through a really tough time (with her dad returning after 2 years, being humiliated by her so-called friends), but she was an incredible brat through pretty much the entire book. Let's just say I loved to hate her. I liked Jake and felt bad for him; he made a mistake and wanted to make amends with Ally because he was starting to realize he truly had feelings for her, but he wasn't used to having to beg for forgiveness. Of course it's not like Ally was giving him or any of her "friends" the time of day to even apologize if they wanted to. Once again, I realize they did a pretty terrible and humiliating thing to her, but the way Ally handled the whole situation made me want to slap her for acting like a spoiled 5 year old. I really liked Ally's friend, Annie, though. Her spy missions on the "Cresties" (a.k.a. "the rich kids") were often very comical and were a nice break between Ally and Jake's parts of the story.
Despite some of the issues I had with the story line (mainly the fact that some of the characters were supposedly so in love, then they broke up, but they all seemed to move on pretty darn quick; guess that's part of being a teenager though!), I really enjoyed this book overall. I owe that fact entirely to the author's great writing style; once I got into the story it was hard to put down. As for the ending, wow...what can I say? Definitely an epic cliffhanger that will have me desperately waiting for the next installment in this series.
Overall this was a great, fun, light read that had me guessing at how the book would conclude. Nothing could have prepared me for that ending! Now that I've read He's So Not Worth It, I can't wait to go back and read She's So Dead To Us; I'm sure it will really clear up the whole story for me. Plus, I really want to spend more time with these characters!
September 26, 2011
This book is complete teen angst. No really. Ally has so much going on
that it's almost a little overwhelming. Still, I am definitely loving
this series. I'd like to point out that even though we do get both
Ally and Jake's POV, we also get Annie's Daily Field Journal (which
is very cute and a breath of fresh air between most chapters). I'd
also recommend this one for older teens.
This time around, Ally Ryan's personality does a 180. She's spending
the summer with her mom, Gray and Quinn as one big happy family,
except Ally is not happy and she wants nothing to do with her mom's
boyfriend. Thus starts the rebellion, with help from Cooper, the local
(very hot) guy. This 'rebellion' lasts the whole book. Ally is
drinking and living it up with Cooper. Cooper seems cool, but he has
his nasty side when he's drunk and a few problems of his own-
otherwise, he's a good character with a bad influence.
Jake is having Ally withdrawals and he's grounded the whole summer.
He's also having to take classes with Chloe (who also does a 180).
I don't particularly like Jake this time around. He's supposed to be
all into Ally and yet he doesn't think twice about jumping another
girls bones. I guess this can also be said for Ally, but Jake just
seemed so genuine that his behavior was enough to make me snarl my
nose.
Let's recap Ally's problems 1) Shannen humiliated her, 2) Jake didn't
tell her about her dad, 3) Her dad is trying to wiggle back into her
life, 4) She's staying down at the shore, where she totally doesn't
want to be, 5) She hates her mom's boyfriend, 6) Her moms is forcing
her back into her old crowd, regardless of what they did to them, 7)
Does one person really need all these problems?
The list goes on, seriously. Ally has more problems in one summer than
I've had in my entire lifetime. One that really stands out is her mom
pushing Ally back with the Cresties. Not to mention her mom wanting
back in as well. Those people torn Ally and her mom to shreds and yet
they (yes they) still want to be apart of the hate-fest? This made me
lower my score to four stars. I absolutely could not stand it.
Assessment: Her mom is completely psycho.
I don't think HSNWI quite lived up to the first book. In it's own way
it's still pretty awesome. It does grace us with yet another cliff
hanger- this one even more shocking than the last.
Will I be reading book number three? Do you even have to ask?
Also:
that it's almost a little overwhelming. Still, I am definitely loving
this series. I'd like to point out that even though we do get both
Ally and Jake's POV, we also get Annie's Daily Field Journal (which
is very cute and a breath of fresh air between most chapters). I'd
also recommend this one for older teens.
This time around, Ally Ryan's personality does a 180. She's spending
the summer with her mom, Gray and Quinn as one big happy family,
except Ally is not happy and she wants nothing to do with her mom's
boyfriend. Thus starts the rebellion, with help from Cooper, the local
(very hot) guy. This 'rebellion' lasts the whole book. Ally is
drinking and living it up with Cooper. Cooper seems cool, but he has
his nasty side when he's drunk and a few problems of his own-
otherwise, he's a good character with a bad influence.
Jake is having Ally withdrawals and he's grounded the whole summer.
He's also having to take classes with Chloe (who also does a 180).
I don't particularly like Jake this time around. He's supposed to be
all into Ally and yet he doesn't think twice about jumping another
girls bones. I guess this can also be said for Ally, but Jake just
seemed so genuine that his behavior was enough to make me snarl my
nose.
Let's recap Ally's problems 1) Shannen humiliated her, 2) Jake didn't
tell her about her dad, 3) Her dad is trying to wiggle back into her
life, 4) She's staying down at the shore, where she totally doesn't
want to be, 5) She hates her mom's boyfriend, 6) Her moms is forcing
her back into her old crowd, regardless of what they did to them, 7)
Does one person really need all these problems?
The list goes on, seriously. Ally has more problems in one summer than
I've had in my entire lifetime. One that really stands out is her mom
pushing Ally back with the Cresties. Not to mention her mom wanting
back in as well. Those people torn Ally and her mom to shreds and yet
they (yes they) still want to be apart of the hate-fest? This made me
lower my score to four stars. I absolutely could not stand it.
Assessment: Her mom is completely psycho.
I don't think HSNWI quite lived up to the first book. In it's own way
it's still pretty awesome. It does grace us with yet another cliff
hanger- this one even more shocking than the last.
Will I be reading book number three? Do you even have to ask?
Also:
May 15, 2011
Things aren’t looking so great in Orchard Hill for either Ally or Jake. Finding out that the guy she really liked had been keeping secrets about the whereabouts of her previously absentee father can really take a lot out of a girl, and Ally is tired of having to deal with Jake’s shortcomings. It’s not even like he tried to call her after she was completely humiliated in front of all her former friends and then some. So when Ally’s offered the chance to spend the summer at the Shore, she agrees even if it means keeping close quarters with her mother’s icky new boyfriend. Meanwhile, Jake would be at the Shore with his family except for the fact that his mother has grounded him for bad grades. Jake can’t really complain because it gives him a good excuse to avoid the friends he’d rather not see, even if it means not seeing Ally and being forced to get a job—with Ally’s father of all people. With constant drama, secrets, and botched attempts to fix relationships, it’s going to be a very interesting summer.
Scott writes her books in such a way that after reading one book, you want to run out immediately and get the next. Usually this irritates me, only because sometimes the sequel doesn’t live up to my expectations or is not available. Fortunately, He’s So Not Worth It, the sequel to She’s So Dead to Us has recently been released and most definitely was worth waiting for. I devoured this book. It’s hard to not be sucked into Ally’s and Jake’s lives and empathize with their problems even though it is clear that they are just a train wreck waiting to happen. I’m not suggesting that the self destruction is what makes this novel appealing; rather, the humanity that is evident in these characters makes them very worthy of the reader’s undivided attention in spite of the socially appalling situations they find themselves in. This is a book that I’d love to hate but just can’t; Scott’s spot-on writing and realistic portrayal of both the male and female perspectives elevate He’s So Not Worth It way beyond just a summer guilty pleasure.
Fans of She’s So Dead to Us will not want to miss its fantastic sequel in He’s So Not Worth It, nor will readers who also enjoyed the Private series, also by Kieran Scott under the pseudonym Kate Brian.
reposted from http://thebookmuncher.blogspot.com
Scott writes her books in such a way that after reading one book, you want to run out immediately and get the next. Usually this irritates me, only because sometimes the sequel doesn’t live up to my expectations or is not available. Fortunately, He’s So Not Worth It, the sequel to She’s So Dead to Us has recently been released and most definitely was worth waiting for. I devoured this book. It’s hard to not be sucked into Ally’s and Jake’s lives and empathize with their problems even though it is clear that they are just a train wreck waiting to happen. I’m not suggesting that the self destruction is what makes this novel appealing; rather, the humanity that is evident in these characters makes them very worthy of the reader’s undivided attention in spite of the socially appalling situations they find themselves in. This is a book that I’d love to hate but just can’t; Scott’s spot-on writing and realistic portrayal of both the male and female perspectives elevate He’s So Not Worth It way beyond just a summer guilty pleasure.
Fans of She’s So Dead to Us will not want to miss its fantastic sequel in He’s So Not Worth It, nor will readers who also enjoyed the Private series, also by Kieran Scott under the pseudonym Kate Brian.
reposted from http://thebookmuncher.blogspot.com
October 8, 2011
The Short Story? – If Gossip Girl had an offspring and moved to the suburbs, this would be it. All the glamorous lives of the rich and young with more likable characters but just has dramatic lives. You know I can’t resist a good book about “Rich Bitch Bennies” (direct term from the book) but mix it in with a totally cute romance? I was hooked from the first page! Scott doesn’t fail to impress! Loved it!
The Long Story? - I’ve named Scott, Queen of Cliff Hangers. I thought the ending of She’s So Dead to Us was fantastic but the ending of He’s So Not Worth It was a killer. I can’t think of anyone who doesn’t like novels about the exciting and glamorous lives of rich, suburban American teens. I love the plot, filled with drama and tension, hot guys and romance – it just can’t get any better! I guess for me what stands out about this series is that it’s so unpredictable and while it’s about the superficial lives of teenagers who have nothing better to do than ruin other people’s lives, it’s for something real about it. The romance has build up and it’s a tough love but it’s SO worth it!
When I said the characters were likeable I meant it! I love Gossip Girl but sometimes the characters do things that completely frustrate you! Not saying I liked every character in this book, I mean I started off “hating” Shannon but she redeems herself in the end! The novel is told from the perspectives of Jake and Ally ( a couple who can’t be more perfect for each other, yet life gets in the way and they can’t be together – not exactly star-crossed) both characters I’ve grown close to. Ally’s really a very likeable character, she’s strong, level-headed and she’s not rich! She’s gone from riches to rags (and she’s going back to riches) but she cares about things other than shopping. Jake is not perfect but after meeting Ally, he’s changed a lot and I admire that he’s willing to change himself so that he can be with Ally. A beautiful couple, I hope they get their chance at a happy ending!
He’s So Not Worth It is the deliciously, scandalous sequel to He’s So Not Worth It – if you haven’t read the series do it! One of my favourite YA sequels of the year, Scott does not disappoint! Beautifully written, well-planned and wonderfully characterized. Scott has written a teen drama that’s bound to captivate your attention! I look forward to the next book in the series!
The Long Story? - I’ve named Scott, Queen of Cliff Hangers. I thought the ending of She’s So Dead to Us was fantastic but the ending of He’s So Not Worth It was a killer. I can’t think of anyone who doesn’t like novels about the exciting and glamorous lives of rich, suburban American teens. I love the plot, filled with drama and tension, hot guys and romance – it just can’t get any better! I guess for me what stands out about this series is that it’s so unpredictable and while it’s about the superficial lives of teenagers who have nothing better to do than ruin other people’s lives, it’s for something real about it. The romance has build up and it’s a tough love but it’s SO worth it!
When I said the characters were likeable I meant it! I love Gossip Girl but sometimes the characters do things that completely frustrate you! Not saying I liked every character in this book, I mean I started off “hating” Shannon but she redeems herself in the end! The novel is told from the perspectives of Jake and Ally ( a couple who can’t be more perfect for each other, yet life gets in the way and they can’t be together – not exactly star-crossed) both characters I’ve grown close to. Ally’s really a very likeable character, she’s strong, level-headed and she’s not rich! She’s gone from riches to rags (and she’s going back to riches) but she cares about things other than shopping. Jake is not perfect but after meeting Ally, he’s changed a lot and I admire that he’s willing to change himself so that he can be with Ally. A beautiful couple, I hope they get their chance at a happy ending!
He’s So Not Worth It is the deliciously, scandalous sequel to He’s So Not Worth It – if you haven’t read the series do it! One of my favourite YA sequels of the year, Scott does not disappoint! Beautifully written, well-planned and wonderfully characterized. Scott has written a teen drama that’s bound to captivate your attention! I look forward to the next book in the series!
May 11, 2011
My Thoughts: After that killer ending of She's So Dead To Us, I was so excited for He's So Not Worth i! It was another fantastic novel! We are back with Ally Ryan and Jake Graydon. We go back and forth between both perspectives and learn what each character thinks and is going through.
Summer vacation has started and that means a rocky start for everyone. Some of the crew are leaving town while others have to stay in town. Jake ends up staying in town, getting a job, and taking a class. He ends up working for Ally's Dad. How uncomfortable is that for him? Very! Ally ends up leaving town with her mom and her mom's boyfriend and his daughter to go to the shore. Ally still isn't talking to her best friend either. Not after what went down in the last book. Ally also gets a new boy toy while she's away. I never liked him much. He just rubbed me the wrong way besides I wanted her to be with Jake.
Hammond, Shannen, Cooper, Shannon, Chloe all have their own dilemma's going on in their life and have their own problems they must deal with. Even Ally's parents are going through a lot!
I'm not going to go on and on about this one because if you haven't read the first book I don't want to give away the whole entire plot and ruin it for you. Honestly, this was a wonderful book and I hope you start the series if you haven't! I loved the back and forth, the fights, the arguments, the kissing but most of all the ending was insane.... again..... major cliffhanger. I won't lie, I said a few cuss words after that last page!!
Overall: LOVED! I just love Ally and Jake and all the other characters. Even some of them I love to hate! He's So Not Worth it is definitely worth reading!
Cover: Love this cover! I love how the guy is holding one girl's hand and his other is on the others back. This cover is really cute!
What I'd Give It: 5/5 Cupcakes
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Review Based On Hardcover Edition
Taken From Princess Bookie (blog)
www.princessbookie.com
Summer vacation has started and that means a rocky start for everyone. Some of the crew are leaving town while others have to stay in town. Jake ends up staying in town, getting a job, and taking a class. He ends up working for Ally's Dad. How uncomfortable is that for him? Very! Ally ends up leaving town with her mom and her mom's boyfriend and his daughter to go to the shore. Ally still isn't talking to her best friend either. Not after what went down in the last book. Ally also gets a new boy toy while she's away. I never liked him much. He just rubbed me the wrong way besides I wanted her to be with Jake.
Hammond, Shannen, Cooper, Shannon, Chloe all have their own dilemma's going on in their life and have their own problems they must deal with. Even Ally's parents are going through a lot!
I'm not going to go on and on about this one because if you haven't read the first book I don't want to give away the whole entire plot and ruin it for you. Honestly, this was a wonderful book and I hope you start the series if you haven't! I loved the back and forth, the fights, the arguments, the kissing but most of all the ending was insane.... again..... major cliffhanger. I won't lie, I said a few cuss words after that last page!!
Overall: LOVED! I just love Ally and Jake and all the other characters. Even some of them I love to hate! He's So Not Worth it is definitely worth reading!
Cover: Love this cover! I love how the guy is holding one girl's hand and his other is on the others back. This cover is really cute!
What I'd Give It: 5/5 Cupcakes
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Review Based On Hardcover Edition
Taken From Princess Bookie (blog)
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