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Miles to Go
- By Hilary Liftin, Miley Cyrus
- Genre: Autobiography
Common Sense Media says
Miley shares her life "so far." Fluffy, but fun for fans.
Parents say
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Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know this is the sweet Hannah Montana side of Miley Cyrus, not the controversial one that pops up in sexy photos. This isn't a dishy celebrity tell-all. Cyrus and her co-author keep her young fans in mind, with many "I'm just like you" stories and inspirational passages. The book encourages readers to see Cyrus as role model; she shares her Christian values and Biblical passages.
What's the story?
Miley Cyrus may be the star of a hit movie and television series (and daughter of country singer/actor Billy Ray Cyrus), but she still worries about acne, hates sixth-grade bullies, and drinks Ovaltine with her dad in the morning. In this autobiography, complete with two color-picture sections, Cyrus offers a backstage peek into her TV show, concerts, and family life. With short, conversational asides in the margins ("I know! Who wants normal teen angst?") and various lists ("7 things I'd like to change about myself"), the book will make Miley seem even more like a friend and role model to Hannah Montana's tween fans.
Is it any good?
Adults may roll their eyes at MILES TO GO's trite attempts at inspiration ("You can change the world/ And bring the light") but Miley's willingness to expose her insecurities (such as worries about acne and weight) will resonate with her young fans. Despite a narrative that jumps around in time and focus, fans will love the personal details (she skips Elton John's and Madonna's post-Oscar parties to eat pizza with her mom, in pajamas).
Miley touches on how media criticism (of such things as her cuddly relationship with her dad, and, ridiculously, her large ankles) hurts her feelings, but she doesn't mention the Vanity Fair photo controversy. Miles to Go is at its best when Miley's rural Southern roots ("there's nothing more relaxing than to kick back and watch chickens be chickens") and sense of humor ("when I look back on my life, the only theme that I see starting to emerge is wigs") show the girl behind the star.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about what it means that even a beautiful star feels ugly and unable to live up to media images.
Miley writes, "I'd see myself in makeup, or Photoshopped in magazines, and see this perfect, airbrushed version of myself. Then I'd look in the mirror and see reality." Is it good advice when she tells readers, "If you ever find yourself wishing you looked as good as Miley Cyrus in some photo . . . just remember: Miley Cyrusdoesn't look as good as Miley Cyrus in that photo."
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perfect for kids, tweens and teens
it is a really good book, because it explains the life of miley cyrus, and you can understand her better.
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Miley Needs Help.
Miley Cyrus needs a role model better than Britney Spears. I hope the best for this girl, but I don't think that the best is EVER going to come. She is not talented and is completely self-obsorbed. She is not a good role model, the language is awful for a SIXTEEN year old, and the sexual situations are mild, but there! Sadly, Miley fans are under the age of 13, so this book will more than likely not be successful because of the content. Sorry Miley, but your book SUCKED!
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Positive With alot of Romance
This book was great (especially if you are a Miley fan). It sent positive messages and it left you wanting to know more about Miley's life. There is some breif language but otherwise it was great. I rated it 10+ becaue there is a lot of romance in the story and I don't think younger kids would enjoy it.
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BEST BOOK! be over 8 though
LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!! the only thing is is at the very end she talks about having her period and tampons etc.
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Unacceptable and NOT tamed.
After reading this book, i was shocked by the ammount of sexual references made by a young girl. I used to think of her as a good, god-following, jesus worshiping, positive role-model but after reading this book, i was disgusted and appauled. It's teaching young girls to sell their bodies in order to feel wanted. Her father, Billy Ray Cyrus, puts the 'Ray' in Country, while Miley puts the other half in. It comes accross as innocent, but if you study further into the life, the 'positive' messages are actually racist, fascist, biased and ethnocentric. Not for kids, it should be sold in a porn shop. She is a devil worshipper.
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It's a pretty good book, although I've kind of lost my respect for Miley. This does show her in a better light, though. Overall though, it's a good book.
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good book
great for book reports thats what i did mine on miley is a respetible person even thogh she s trashed on a regular basis :(
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Kid, 12 years old
December 28, 2009
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cool
If you are a Miley Fan u will love it!
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Kid, 12 years old
January 1, 2011
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shes a HOE but i lov her!
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Kid, 11 years old
February 12, 2010
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Rock On,Miles!
I adore Miley and this book,and I gave it one more star for it being written by Miley herself!She basically explains her entire life so far and about never losing faith!Very positive and fantastic book!A must read!
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| Authors: | Hilary Liftin, Miley Cyrus |
| Book type: | Non-Fiction |
| Genre: | Autobiography |
| Publisher: | Disney Publishing |
| Publication date: | March 10, 2009 |
| Number of pages: | 270 |
| Hardcover price: | $24.95 |
| Publisher's recommended age(s): | 8 - 12 |
| Read aloud: | 7 |
| Read alone: | 8 |
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