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The Season
- By Sarah MacLean
- Genre: Coming of Age
Common Sense Media says
Feisty fashionista fights crime and stereotypes. Clean fun.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this is pretty clean fare. There are a few steamy kisses and a little wine drinking, but nothing that will raise modern eyebrows. The spirited protagonist questions her role in society -- which might inspire interested readers to try out other books about plucky girls from the olden days, such as Jane Austen's novels.
What's the story?
Alex is a rich girl being introduced to society in her first season of balls. But while her looks (and money) get her plenty of attention at these public events, she wishes someone would respect her for her brain. Just as she begins to realize her feelings for Blackmoor, a longtime family friend, she begins to unravel a mystery surrounding his father's recent death. As she gets closer to the truth, she quickly finds herself in serious danger -- of death AND of falling in love.
Is it any good?
This book has a lot going for it: fancy dresses, balls, formal dinners, romance -- and a murder mystery. Readers will appreciate the verbal sparring between Alex and Blackmoor and cheer when the made-for-each-other couple finally share some secret kisses.
The author does a good job of painting a realistic portrait of the historical times -- from extravagant fashion to fixed gender roles. She also gives her characters modern pluck -- so get ready for lots of eye rolling.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the protagonist, Alex. Would you be willing to trade your life for hers? You'd get to attend balls and wear fancy dresses, but your own mother would be trying to marry you off as quickly as possible. Also, think about Alex's statement to Blackmoor: "Men refuse to consider the possibility that women have their own opinions, their own character... Do you truly believe that those men will continue to court me when... they discover that I read the newspaper and enjoy discussing politics?" Is this statement still an accurate representation of how guys treat girls, or is it out of date?
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Romantic, yet clean
This book was really good! My older sister actually read it aloud to me, because she read the back, and wanted to read it too. It was a really good, funny, witty, romantic, and yet clean book. I would recommend it to any book lover.
Happy reading! :)
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teens read now, tweens wait
I think this was a very great book! It was adventerous, had a hint of history, and some romance. These combined, well i think, have to form the best type of book for Young Adults.
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perfect for teenagers
i love this book...is the best book i've ever read in my life ...i read it twice!!...its amazing
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Perfect for early teens and tweens.
This was one of the best books I have ever read! The historical setting was very interesting, and the murder mystery and Alex and Blackmoor's relationship kept me very entertained and captivated the whole book.
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Good overall book
It is a good book, however some of the language and scenes are very hard to understand. Some confusing names, and lots of mystery, overall, a great book.
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A must read for teens and adults.
I love this book for my self and then passed it on to my younger cousin who is around 11. It is very interesting and fun book with the murder mystery and the love interest there were no drinking, foul language, or inapropriate behavior in this book with the exception of the four girls being to curious and brave it has become one of my favorites.
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Amazing Book that's actually Educational
I think that Alex, the main character, was a good role model, as a girl that spoke her mind in times when smart girls were almost frowned upon. She falls in love with her old friend, Blackmoor, as she delves into the mystery of his father's murder. It was actually an educational experience for me to learn about what was known as the Season in those days.
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| Author: | Sarah MacLean |
| Book type: | Fiction |
| Genre: | Coming of Age |
| Publication date: | March 1, 2009 |
| Number of pages: | 352 |
| Hardcover price: | $17.99 |
| Publisher's recommended age(s): | 12 |
| Read aloud: | 12 |
| Read alone: | 12 |
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