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Ludwig, Elisa
4 Reviews
(3)
YA
After Pretty Sly's revelation that Willa's mother is actually her sister, Willa and fellow outlaw Aidan bring their stealing and breaking-and-entering talents to St. Louis to investigate her real mother's murder. They have to solve the mystery before they're caught by the FBI--or the bad guys. This fast-paced, over-the-top trilogy's conclusion brings Willa's improbable adventures to a satisfactory end.
Reviewer: Rachel L. Smith
(4)
YA
After stealing from rich classmates in Pretty Crooked, Willa goes on the run with crush Aidan in pursuit of her missing mom. They hotwire cars, break into homes, evade the FBI, and become celebrity outlaws. Though Willa's preoccupation with her and Aidan's relationship gets dull, this implausible middle volume's higher stakes make it more dangerous and exciting than its predecessor.
Reviewer: Rachel L. Smith
(3)
YA
When Willa starts prep school in affluent Paradise Valley, Arizona, she's thrilled to be part of the Glitterati, an exclusive clique. Then she discovers that the Glitterati are harassing scholarship students via blogging and decides to make things right, Robin Hood–style. Despite the far-fetched premise, readers will stay engrossed as they wonder how far Willa's from-the-rich-to-the-poor robberies will go.
Reviewer: Rachel L. Smith
(4)
YA
Who Wrote That? series.
This book offers a serviceable, if formulaic, portrait of the popular children's and young-adult writer. The text provides basic biographical information in addition to exploring the inspiration behind some of Blume's works. Photographs and quotations from interviews enliven the text. A list of works, synopses of popular books and characters, and a major awards timeline are appended. Reading list, websites. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz
4 reviews
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