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nssutton's review against another edition
There wasn't anything wrong with this one but timing. It's due to the library today, but reading it after The Power, and with so many other exciting reads on the bench just wasn't worth the late fees right now. I'll come back to it later in the queue - who doesn't love a good high school oral history?
bookslifeandeverythingnice's review against another edition
3.0
I received this book for free through Goodreads Giveaways. As always, an honest review.
The premise is that all of the high school’s major fall activities are scheduled on the same day. Homecoming, Academic Battle competition, student government elections, and the fall play. It’s a perfect setup to demonstrate the chaos, drama, fun, and hard work that goes into high school activities. The Date to Save is written from multiple students’ points of view, switching perspectives every few paragraphs. It sounds confusing, but isn’t and also works really well for this book. In general the plot is okay. Some was good, but other parts didn’t hold my interest. As an adult who reads YA, I’m probably not the target audience. I think teens would relate much more, as they’re currently living very similar experiences. I like that the author goes beyond the typical stereotypes of teens. Each character felt well developed, even if some of them absolutely annoyed me. Overall, a good book. Nothing spectacular, but had some good aspects going for it.
The premise is that all of the high school’s major fall activities are scheduled on the same day. Homecoming, Academic Battle competition, student government elections, and the fall play. It’s a perfect setup to demonstrate the chaos, drama, fun, and hard work that goes into high school activities. The Date to Save is written from multiple students’ points of view, switching perspectives every few paragraphs. It sounds confusing, but isn’t and also works really well for this book. In general the plot is okay. Some was good, but other parts didn’t hold my interest. As an adult who reads YA, I’m probably not the target audience. I think teens would relate much more, as they’re currently living very similar experiences. I like that the author goes beyond the typical stereotypes of teens. Each character felt well developed, even if some of them absolutely annoyed me. Overall, a good book. Nothing spectacular, but had some good aspects going for it.
mandiluna's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed it, it was okay.
I wasn’t really interested in Angelica & Ben’s Relationship it seemed kinda rushed. I think that Colin and her would of made a more interesting and better couple.
On the plus side, Avery and Hutch made an appearance. They’re so cuteeee. I kinda disliked how Avery was referred as just Hutch’s girlfriend most of the time. She’s more than that and we didn’t learn about what she did at college. It makes sense though the story is about Angelica. (Ode to animal fries ❤️ So cute) I’m also sad Coco, Michael, and Liam didn’t make a appearance or a least was mentioned. I also liked how We learned more about Becca and I actually like her now. She’s such a secret softie.
I wasn’t really interested in Angelica & Ben’s Relationship it seemed kinda rushed. I think that Colin and her would of made a more interesting and better couple.
On the plus side, Avery and Hutch made an appearance. They’re so cuteeee. I kinda disliked how Avery was referred as just Hutch’s girlfriend most of the time. She’s more than that and we didn’t learn about what she did at college. It makes sense though the story is about Angelica. (Ode to animal fries ❤️ So cute) I’m also sad Coco, Michael, and Liam didn’t make a appearance or a least was mentioned. I also liked how We learned more about Becca and I actually like her now. She’s such a secret softie.
kspear22's review against another edition
4.0
I adored It's Not Me, It's You and so my hopes were high for its sequel/spinoff. I was not letdown as it was just as it's just as enjoyable as the first.
This time, our lead voice is the sister of one of last book's best voices. Angelica Hutcherson is the little sister of a genius. And is always referred to as Hutch's Little Sister. All she wants is to be herself and have her own identity. AND---to write fiction for the school newspaper. When she's assigned to cover the Academic Battle, she uncovers a scheduling disaster. And this begins another San Anselmo Prep "oral history."
These books won't be every reader's cup of tea. But that is okay. I appreciate some fluff now and again, and these for sure fall into that category. I'm not even embarrassed to admit my liking, because the narrative is genius. It makes it easy to read, each character gets a voice, and it's sort of like reading a movie script. Best of all: there's always at least one sarcastic, witty, hilarious character that leaves me giggling throughout. (Cressida and Becca)
I absolutely LOVE the world Strohm has created in San Anselmo Prep. These books are lighthearted, witty, and so much fun. I highly recommend them for anyone looking for a quick, easy, unputdownable read. I could seriously read infinite books in this style, set in this world.
This time, our lead voice is the sister of one of last book's best voices. Angelica Hutcherson is the little sister of a genius. And is always referred to as Hutch's Little Sister. All she wants is to be herself and have her own identity. AND---to write fiction for the school newspaper. When she's assigned to cover the Academic Battle, she uncovers a scheduling disaster. And this begins another San Anselmo Prep "oral history."
These books won't be every reader's cup of tea. But that is okay. I appreciate some fluff now and again, and these for sure fall into that category. I'm not even embarrassed to admit my liking, because the narrative is genius. It makes it easy to read, each character gets a voice, and it's sort of like reading a movie script. Best of all: there's always at least one sarcastic, witty, hilarious character that leaves me giggling throughout. (Cressida and Becca)
I absolutely LOVE the world Strohm has created in San Anselmo Prep. These books are lighthearted, witty, and so much fun. I highly recommend them for anyone looking for a quick, easy, unputdownable read. I could seriously read infinite books in this style, set in this world.
rain_baby's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
jbojkov's review against another edition
4.0
Cute, funny story with a touch of romance here and there. Told from multiple points of view in an “oral history” format. This is a good one for older middle school kids and up. The cast is diverse- although that’s not the main focus of the story.
miss_alaina's review against another edition
2.0
This was a huge thumbs down for me. I love books told in unusual formats, so the interview style appealed to me. Unfortunately, the characters weren't talking about anything interesting for 95% of the book, which is why this took me forever to finish it. I kept tossing it aside, reading entire other books, then reading a few more pages of this one before getting bored and tossing it aside again, then reading an entire other book, and so on.
In this story, multiple school events have been scheduled for the same day and that is a problem for, like, one person. Also, the head to the school mascot costume is missing. And also, who cares???
I did enjoy the end when "the date" finally arrives and we get to hear about all the events that happened that day, but, overall, this story was extremely boring. A scheduling mishap simply isn't interesting.
In this story, multiple school events have been scheduled for the same day and that is a problem for, like, one person. Also, the head to the school mascot costume is missing. And also, who cares???
I did enjoy the end when "the date" finally arrives and we get to hear about all the events that happened that day, but, overall, this story was extremely boring. A scheduling mishap simply isn't interesting.
allerkins's review against another edition
5.0
I loved the full cast recording of this really fun story! I felt we really got to know the school and such a wide variety of characters. It isn't deep or full of serious issues but I was impressed with the growth of the characters over the course of the story. Highly recommended if you are looking for a fun school story for middle school/early high school with just the right amount of romance.
(audiobook available on hoopla)
(audiobook available on hoopla)
greenlivingaudioworm's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
payaubree21's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0