My Rating: 3 hearts
Thoughts on the
Novel: Having read a couple of Eileen Cook’s previous books, I knew that
The Almost Truth would be an amusing novel that I’d finish in one sitting.
However, I couldn’t help but be disappointed that when the potential arose for
a little bit of seriousness to be added to the story, the book ended abruptly.
As well, I never really connected with Sadie since she and her best friend,
Brendan, were pros at conning people whereas I don’t really approve of lying. Overall,
although I had fun reading The Almost Truth, it’s probably my least favourite
of Cook’s novels.
The Almost Truth was released in December 2012
by Simon Pulse.
In exchange for an honest review, this book was received from the publisher (Simon and Schuster Canada) for free.
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From Goodreads: In the final weeks of
eighth grade, Lauren Wood made a choice. She betrayed her best friend,
Helen, in a manner so publicly humiliating that Helen had to move to a
new town just to save face. Ditching Helen was worth it, though, because
Lauren started high school as one of the It Girls - and now, at the
start of her senior year, she's the cheerleading captain, the
quarterback's girlfriend, and the undisputed queen bee. Lauren has
everything she's ever wanted, and she has forgotten all about her
ex-best friend.
But Helen could never forget Lauren. After three
years of obsessing, she's moving back to her old town. She has a new
name and a new look, but she hasn’t dropped her old grudges. She has a
detailed plan to bring down her former BFF by taking away everything
that's ever been important to Lauren - starting with her boyfriend.Watch out, Lauren Wood. Things are about to get bitchy.
My Rating: 3.5 hearts
Thoughts on the
Novel: I found Getting Revenge on Lauren Wood, an older Eileen Cook novel,
to be a bit more enjoyable. Although I couldn’t understand why Helen would
still hold a grudge against Lauren years after having moved away, I’m always
game for a story involving revenge. Unfortunately, Helen’s revenge tactics
turned out to be pretty petty.
I did like Helen’s voice though and the fact that Cook
showed that getting revenge may not actually make you happier. Sometimes it’s
better to concentrate your energy on yourself rather than on others. I just wish
the story could have concluded differently because you never find out what type
of consequences – other than the fact that her friends sure got over being used
quite fast – Helen faced due to her actions. This was one novel where I could
have used an epilogue!
Getting Revenge on Lauren Wood was released by Simon Pulse in January 2010.
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Lying and cheating are two things that I don't deal well with books, especially if a romance is started with that foundation. I just can't root for them.
ReplyDeleteHmmm. I hate when books end abruptly - they always leave me reeling and I feel all lost and disoriented because I was expecting something more:) Seems like both of these books could have used a little bit more of a conclusion! Do you have a recommendation of a book of hers you've enjoyed more?
ReplyDeleteHuh, well I don't think these two books are for me - I'm a fan of books with neat closures (although revenge books do tickle my fancy a teensy bit..) I've heard good things about this author, but, as I said before, I don't think either are really my cup of tea. I might read something else of hers at some point. :)
ReplyDeleteNever read an Eileen Cook book, myself - I do like amusing reads, as well as Canadian ones, though! Too bad these both seemed to end abruptly... I imagine there are other books of hers that are probably more highly recommended and that I would enjoy more though!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like both of these could have done well with a little more care and attention given to the endings. Although you had issues with both, I'm glad you didn't majorly dislike either. I have to admit, I have never read anything by this author! I might check out some of her previous books on Goodreads and see if anything interesting pops up. :) Lovely reviews!
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