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Birchall, Katy
2 Reviews
(4)
4-6
It Girl series.
Anna (The It Girl) continually finds herself in embarrassing situations while struggling to prove that she is actually worthy of her newfound fame following her father's engagement to a famous actress. Volunteering for team captain at her school's sports day seems promising until her lack of athleticism gets in the way. Despite a superficial premise, Anna's self-deprecating humor offers a refreshing take on popularity and celebrity.
Reviewer: Rebecca Kirshenbaum
(4)
4-6
Twelve-year-old Londoner Anna just wants to fly under the middle-school social radar, but when her dad proposes to famous actress Helena Montaine, that plan is shot. Suddenly the whole world (including the paparazzi) wants a piece of her, and the quirky wallflower navigates the attention comically and endearingly. Birchall's debut is a breezy read with some worthy but rather unsubtle messages.
Reviewer: Meredith M. Sittman
2 reviews
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