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x_librarian's review against another edition
3.0
I learned not to eat cupcakes given by strangers. And, you know, be careful when signing contracts.
protoman21's review against another edition
4.0
I liked it. This book definitely took a crazy turn away from the typical high school popularity book and it gave the story a purpose that was both different and intriguing. Jane is an appealing character, but I would have liked to see a little more personal growth besides instantly getting over her ex by convincing herself that he was weak, when in fact he acted in her best interest in breaking up with her.
chrystall's review
adventurous
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0
A fabulous take on the trope of selling your soul!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence
shhchar's review against another edition
2.0
There was nothing specifically wrong with Devilish, but I just couldn't get into it. My motivation was purely to finish it, so I could move on to a different book. The characters were okay, but they felt like acquaintances I mildly disliked. The lore also got confusing at times, and I felt like I'd missed things when I knew I hadn't.
stephxsu's review against another edition
3.0
After too-smart-for-her-own-good Jane’s best friend Allison humiliates herself at their all-girl school’s Big-Little event, the Allison Jane knows disappears. All of a sudden Allison has cute clothes, a new hairstyle, and a trendy cell phone. She’s also hanging out with a new sophomore, Lanalee. With their friendship teetering, Jane finds out, with the help of a freshman boy, that Allison has sold her soul to the devil, who is masquerading as a—you guessed it—sophomore at Saint Teresa’s.
Now, Jane’s not one to believe in ridiculous things like devils. She jokingly enters into a contract with Lanalee to get Allison’s soul back. However, strange things begin to happen: her history book bursts into flames, and her freshman friend, Owen, kills himself…and lives. Jane is forced to realize that her soul is in danger. And now the only way she can reclaim it is if she gets a kiss from her ex-boyfriend, Elton, by midnight at the very mysterious Poodle Prom.
DEVILISH is fast-paced and slight out there at times, but I loved reading it. Jane, with her wit and semi-acerbic commentary on everything, makes for a wonderful protagonist. I found myself laughing out loud many times. Anyone who has enjoyed Maureen Johnson’s previous books or anyone who loves a fast and wacky read will not regret reading DEVILISH.
Now, Jane’s not one to believe in ridiculous things like devils. She jokingly enters into a contract with Lanalee to get Allison’s soul back. However, strange things begin to happen: her history book bursts into flames, and her freshman friend, Owen, kills himself…and lives. Jane is forced to realize that her soul is in danger. And now the only way she can reclaim it is if she gets a kiss from her ex-boyfriend, Elton, by midnight at the very mysterious Poodle Prom.
DEVILISH is fast-paced and slight out there at times, but I loved reading it. Jane, with her wit and semi-acerbic commentary on everything, makes for a wonderful protagonist. I found myself laughing out loud many times. Anyone who has enjoyed Maureen Johnson’s previous books or anyone who loves a fast and wacky read will not regret reading DEVILISH.
4saradouglas's review against another edition
3.0
I thought the book was pretty slow in the beginning, but it did have some good parts. There was some really funny dialogue. I didn't think the characters were developed quite enough. I thought the sister was made to be too stupid and I found it annoying that almost every character other than the main girl was described as tall and lanky. Every one. Also, the bed flying around was completely stolen from Bedknobs and Broomsticks.
magyklyxdelish's review against another edition
4.0
Jane and Allison are best friends and sort of outcasts at their school. When Allison has an embarrassing incident she comes back to school a while new person and Jane is led to believe Allison sold her soul to the devil.
This was a cute and quirky book that was really fast paced. The author’s writing was superb. I loved the humor and wit, there were even a few moments that had me laughing out loud.
My only real complaint was that there wasn’t a lot of evidence to Allison being Jane’s best friend. By that I mean there wasn’t a lot of development showing their bond. The whole time I read this I was just thinking how Allison doesn’t deserve Jane.
Other than that this was a fun read and one I would highly recommend.
This was a cute and quirky book that was really fast paced. The author’s writing was superb. I loved the humor and wit, there were even a few moments that had me laughing out loud.
My only real complaint was that there wasn’t a lot of evidence to Allison being Jane’s best friend. By that I mean there wasn’t a lot of development showing their bond. The whole time I read this I was just thinking how Allison doesn’t deserve Jane.
Other than that this was a fun read and one I would highly recommend.
michalice's review against another edition
4.0
When I was contacted by the publishers about Devilish I loved the cover instantly. After reading the synopsis I knew I had to read it so replied with a great big YES PLEASE. When Devilish arrived I actually noticed who the author was and was pleasantly surprised. I have read The Name of the Star, 13 Little Blue Envelopes and The Last Little Blue Envelope and I loved them all so was excited to make a start on this.
My first impressions of the book were how much I loved Jane. She made me laugh and I liked her personality, she was instantly a character I loved. I really admired her for how she tried to help Ally, even after she knew what was going on, she stood for what she felt was right whether it was for her benefit or not.
Lanalee seems like a sweet person initially and I love how she stood up to A3, but as the book progressed I started to have doubts over her credibility as a friend. Once her secret was revealed it didn't seem to bother her, in fact I felt like she became even more self centred and egotistical.
Jane's sister Joan is so gullible and clueless and Jane takes advantage of this a lot, but she is adorable in her own unique way. She reminds me of a younger version of myself, my Dad doing the same thing to me on a lot of things and I actually believed him. He still tries to catch me now but I like to think I am more likely to think most things through before I believe him. Some of the things that Joan believes made me laugh out loud and I did feel sorry for her, although I was glad to see Jane actually ask her for help. I love the following exchange between the sisters and I got funny looks for laughing out loud while reading it.
"Neutral charge," I corrected her. "Protons are positive. Neutrons are neutral. And neuter is what we did to Crick so he wouldn't hump every spaniel in town."
The world that Maureen has created in Devilish is believable. The characters all have their own unique quirks and personality, but the varied mix of people made the book work so well. There were moments I laughed, moments I thought 'what are they doing!!!' and I found myself wanting to know what was going to happen next. I was so engrossed in Devilish that I managed to finish it in a few hours and reluctantly put it down when I had finished. Anyone who is a fan of Maureen needs to read Devilish.
My first impressions of the book were how much I loved Jane. She made me laugh and I liked her personality, she was instantly a character I loved. I really admired her for how she tried to help Ally, even after she knew what was going on, she stood for what she felt was right whether it was for her benefit or not.
Lanalee seems like a sweet person initially and I love how she stood up to A3, but as the book progressed I started to have doubts over her credibility as a friend. Once her secret was revealed it didn't seem to bother her, in fact I felt like she became even more self centred and egotistical.
Jane's sister Joan is so gullible and clueless and Jane takes advantage of this a lot, but she is adorable in her own unique way. She reminds me of a younger version of myself, my Dad doing the same thing to me on a lot of things and I actually believed him. He still tries to catch me now but I like to think I am more likely to think most things through before I believe him. Some of the things that Joan believes made me laugh out loud and I did feel sorry for her, although I was glad to see Jane actually ask her for help. I love the following exchange between the sisters and I got funny looks for laughing out loud while reading it.
"Neutral charge," I corrected her. "Protons are positive. Neutrons are neutral. And neuter is what we did to Crick so he wouldn't hump every spaniel in town."
The world that Maureen has created in Devilish is believable. The characters all have their own unique quirks and personality, but the varied mix of people made the book work so well. There were moments I laughed, moments I thought 'what are they doing!!!' and I found myself wanting to know what was going to happen next. I was so engrossed in Devilish that I managed to finish it in a few hours and reluctantly put it down when I had finished. Anyone who is a fan of Maureen needs to read Devilish.
aelong1399's review against another edition
2.0
The plot, especially towards the end, was very confusing. It moves fairly slow in the beginning, then becomes so quick you can't really keep up with it.
irocketh's review against another edition
5.0
It starts a bit slow but the last hundred or so pages are amazing