Can Roger melt Lila's icy heart? Clumsy, shy Roger Barrett has always had a crush on the glamorous, wealthy Lila Fowler, but it's hopeless. She's the queen bee, and he secretly works as a janitor after school. The only attention Lila ever pays to him is to make fun of him in front of her friends. When Roger wins the qualifying heat for a big race, he becomes an instant school celebrity. To his surprise, Lila begins to chase after him, but he knows if he runs in the race finals after school, he ...
Dangerous Love – Sweet Valley High Q&A
Is this the end of Todd and Elizabeth? "No motorcycles." That is the one rule not to be bent or broken in the Wakefield house. Ever since their cousin was killed in a crash, Elizabeth and Jessica are forbidden to go near them. So when Elizabeth's boyfriend Todd drives up on a shiny new Yamaha, she knows there's trouble ahead. She's not allowed to ride Todd's bike, but other girls are—and do. Elizabeth loves Todd, but the sight of these girls with their arms around her boyfriend is making her ...
The Veil of Smoke by Lauren Lynch / Review
Experience the final days of Pompeii in book two of the TimeDrifter Series. This harrowing historical fantasy unfolds through the eyes of the doomed city’s inhabitants, along with a trio of time traveling misfits. Their old nemesis, known as Basilius in Pompeii, charms others as he counters their every attempt. The fate of another relies on their ability to dodge Basilius’s efforts and escape before time runs out for Pompeii. Will they be willing to forfeit a future for what they hold most dear? ...
Dangerous Love – Sweet Valley High Review
Elizabeth Wakefield has never had a problem with rules. But when Todd gets a new motorcycle, Liz is torn. Her parents have forbidden her from ever getting on a bike. But everyone else is ecstatic over Todd’s new ride—especially the girls. As her jealousy threatens to consume her, Liz has a big decision to make—either put her trust in Todd’s love, or break the rules and take the ride of her life. Series: Sweet Valley High (Book 6) Mass Market Paperback: 153 pages Publisher: Laurel ...
All Night Long – Sweet Valley High Q&A
Jessica Wakefield has charmed many guys in her lifetime. But she’s never met a challenge like Scott Daniels. And she’s determined to prove that she may be a junior in high school, but not when it comes to love. But when Elizabeth discovers that Jessica never came home from an all-night party, she panics. There’s only one way out—for Liz to pretend to be her twin. But she has no idea what she is getting herself into. Power Play Q&A WARNING: SPOILERS Francine Pascal is well known for ...
All Night Long – Book 5 / SVH Review
Is Jessica as grown-up as she thinks she is? Elizabeth Wakefield knows her beautiful twin is more than a match for almost any guy out there. Most guys easily fall prey to Jessica's seductive charms. But Scott Daniels, Jessica's latest love, may be more than she bargained for. He's much older and much more experienced than anyone Jessica's ever dated. When Jessica sneaks off to a college beach party with Scott, Elizabeth's afraid of what might happen. And when her twin sister isn't back by ...
Power Play – SVH Q&A / Giveaway Winner!
The Wakefield twins have taken sides—against each other! Robin Wilson wants to join Pi Beta Alpha, Sweet Valley High's highly selective sorority. She may not be beautiful or popular, but she's friendly and smart. So when Elizabeth nominates her for the sorority, Jessica is less than thrilled. She is determined to find a way to keep Robin from Pi Beta. But Elizabeth is just as determined to make Robin a sorority sister, and the twins become locked in a struggle that develops into the biggest ...
Power Play, Book 4 / SVH Review and Giveaway
Remember in previous posts when I said I had no memory of some of the Sweet Valley stories? That all changed with SVH Book 4—Power Play. Robin Wilson wants to join Pi Beta Alpha, Sweet Valley High's highly selective sorority. She may not be beautiful or popular, but she's friendly and smart. So when Elizabeth nominates her for the sorority, Jessica is less than thrilled. She is determined to find a way to keep Robin from Pi Beta. But Elizabeth is just as determined to make Robin a sorority ...
Playing with Fire, Book 3 / Sweet Valley High review
Jessica Wakefield has gotten a taste of her own medicine. That was what went through my head as I read Playing with Fire, SVH Book 3. If you've been reading my reviews of the Sweet Valley High series originally written by Francine Pascal, you'll know that I've not been thrilled with Jessica. Initial Thoughts Playing With Fire began with action right away. The girls prepared for another dance. Jessica still had her eyes set on Bruce Patman. Her crowning of Homecoming Queen with geek Winston ...
Sweet Valley High Q&A + Fashion Board
If you've been reading my last blog posts, you know that a friend and I are reading the Sweet Valley High books. {At the bottom of the page, you'll see a running list of reviews and fun posts we've done.} Today's post is a Secrets Q&A and Fashion Board. Sweet Valley High Homecoming Fashion Board In Secrets, Jessica and Elizabeth Wakefield attend their school's homecoming dance. Kristin and I decided to focus on the clothes that we think some of the characters may have chosen for the dance. ...
Sweet Valley High Book 1 Double Love Q&A
If you read my last blog post, you know that a friend and I are reading the Sweet Valley High books. Double Love, Book 1, was reviewed in this blog post. Today's post is a Double Love Q&A. Kristin from A Simply Enchanted Life and I have decided to not just review the books but to interview each other about the books. So today's post is a Q&A session regarding how we felt about Double Love. Go to Kristin's website to see her answers to the same questions that I've answered below! ...
