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sly99's review
2.0
One of the most weirdest books I have ever read. And I have still no idea what the moral of the story is. LOL
shirleymak's review
3.0
MORE LIKE A 3.5 BUUUT
this book was pretty interesting! When I first started it, I didn't really like how it was written and stuff, but I got accustomed to it. The ending was so trippy though like I know this is like a book that has "magic" in it and stuff but like..woah.
this book was pretty interesting! When I first started it, I didn't really like how it was written and stuff, but I got accustomed to it. The ending was so trippy though like I know this is like a book that has "magic" in it and stuff but like..woah.
luvandkiwi's review
2.0
Can't really say I enjoyed the book. I kept reading to see if the author was being clever... I kept thinking it was satire but it was just cheesy. Up until the last page... Pure cheesiness. It wasn't bad but I was just hoping for more through the whole thing. This book could have been great but fell short.
hayleybeale's review
2.0
This starts off with what appears to be a Faustian pact, but then becomes both Cinderella and Pygmalion (or My Fair Lady to use the book's reference) and finally ends up like a Hallmark romance. I was expecting something really funny - the book is blurbed by David Sedaris! - but it didn't make me laugh that much. There is some amusing banter between the characters but it read more like sitcom repartee than anything actual people might say, and some of the set pieces are entertaining in a farcical sort of way. I didn't find the characters particularly engaging or particularly realistic, and their 'journeys' are predictable.
in_and_out_of_the_stash's review
3.0
I've read many Young Adult books and this is one that is truly written for teenage girls.
hellwurld's review
4.0
this is the most bullshit, offensive, just straight up mean-spirited book that i've ever read, and thoroughly enjoyed. i read it first at eleven, which tells you two things:
1. my mother should check what i buy at saver's more often
2. i got all my book recs off of the tumblr account that i def should not have had at that time
but i reread it now, at almost fifteen, which in all honesty is not that much more mature. it has a tendency to be homophobic, sexist, and blatantly mean to those that look different than the beauty standard, all told from the perspective of a self-proclaimed, self-aware "ugly girl," and somehow, i love it so much. it's been my on and off favorite book since i first read it, and it's been my comfort book that i look to for a mindless, and on occasion, mindful, laugh. it's sweet, with a good message, and the best way of showing that message of: "looks aren't everything." because with how much the book highlights how much /better/ the protag looks, and how much more people love her when she is, and i quote, gorgeous, she stills gets the guy. she still gets her happy ending, prince and all. and i love her, i love becky randle, and i love every stupid, offensive bit of her, her weird and subtly homophobic best friend, and her dilf father.
1. my mother should check what i buy at saver's more often
2. i got all my book recs off of the tumblr account that i def should not have had at that time
but i reread it now, at almost fifteen, which in all honesty is not that much more mature. it has a tendency to be homophobic, sexist, and blatantly mean to those that look different than the beauty standard, all told from the perspective of a self-proclaimed, self-aware "ugly girl," and somehow, i love it so much. it's been my on and off favorite book since i first read it, and it's been my comfort book that i look to for a mindless, and on occasion, mindful, laugh. it's sweet, with a good message, and the best way of showing that message of: "looks aren't everything." because with how much the book highlights how much /better/ the protag looks, and how much more people love her when she is, and i quote, gorgeous, she stills gets the guy. she still gets her happy ending, prince and all. and i love her, i love becky randle, and i love every stupid, offensive bit of her, her weird and subtly homophobic best friend, and her dilf father.
lisawreading's review
4.0
I’ll be honest: When I first heard about Gorgeous, I was quite skeptical about the chances that I’d actually like it. I mean — magical dresses? The fashion world? Um, no.
Fortunately, I decided to check it out anyway, and to see for myself what all the buzz was about. And I’m happy that I did. Gorgeous is a modern-day fairy tale about inner beauty, the traps that fame can bring, and finding out who you are and what you want. It’s sweet and funny all at the same time, and never drags for a second.
Highly recommended, for teens and adults. See my full review at http://bookshelffantasies.com/2013/07/20/book-review-gorgeous/.
Fortunately, I decided to check it out anyway, and to see for myself what all the buzz was about. And I’m happy that I did. Gorgeous is a modern-day fairy tale about inner beauty, the traps that fame can bring, and finding out who you are and what you want. It’s sweet and funny all at the same time, and never drags for a second.
Highly recommended, for teens and adults. See my full review at http://bookshelffantasies.com/2013/07/20/book-review-gorgeous/.
courtknee_bee's review
4.0
3.5 stars
This was cute and made me warm inside at the end, but it's not pure fluff, either; expect some humor and some raunchy/gross gags, too. I will say that I saw a lot of people call it laugh out loud funny, and it wasn't like that for me. Still, I enjoyed this modern-day fairy tale, and the Prince was actually super likable. I also liked the character development, and how Becky saw her own strength. Good messages and all that.
If this review doesn't make sense, it's because I'm writing it at 3am after staying up to finish this book. Make of that what you will.
This was cute and made me warm inside at the end, but it's not pure fluff, either; expect some humor and some raunchy/gross gags, too. I will say that I saw a lot of people call it laugh out loud funny, and it wasn't like that for me. Still, I enjoyed this modern-day fairy tale, and the Prince was actually super likable. I also liked the character development, and how Becky saw her own strength. Good messages and all that.
If this review doesn't make sense, it's because I'm writing it at 3am after staying up to finish this book. Make of that what you will.
kelleemoye's review
4.0
Full review at: http://www.unleashingreaders.com/?p=2136
This book is more than just a retelling of Cinderella, it is a look at our society and the importance (or lack there of) of physical appearance and celebrity. I would love to know which celebrities influenced Rudnick for some of the crazy characters in Gorgeous. I also loved Becky as a person—she is quite funny and a very good person, even after she dives into Rebecca. Readers who love romance, fashion, Hollywood, and royalty will find a winner with this book and will also find a book that delves into deeper issues than it seems originally.
This book is more than just a retelling of Cinderella, it is a look at our society and the importance (or lack there of) of physical appearance and celebrity. I would love to know which celebrities influenced Rudnick for some of the crazy characters in Gorgeous. I also loved Becky as a person—she is quite funny and a very good person, even after she dives into Rebecca. Readers who love romance, fashion, Hollywood, and royalty will find a winner with this book and will also find a book that delves into deeper issues than it seems originally.