I would describe this one as CLASSIC Sleepover Friends. As in, has all the hallmarks of the series. Unhealthy amounts of food, sneaking out, parents enabling behavior, fights, parties, shopping, outfits…wait, I’m getting ahead of myself. The gals are making avocado face masks, and of course, Lauren wants to eat all of it. They also … Continue reading »
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The Patmans of Sweet Valley: a plantation in Georgia
Previously on… Ok, so when I realized that the next segment would take place on a plantation during the civil war. I got super excited because I thought that the Patmans would be totally ignorant and the ghostwriter would be incredibly racist. Excited of course, because I love nothing more than hating on them. You … Continue reading »
The Patmans of Sweet Valley: All the world’s a stage
Previously on our epic Patman saga… So Emma Elliott, in 1846, who is Sophie’s daughter, who is now sixteen, wants to be an actress after seeing one play. Her father does not approve but her mother gives her a wad of money and tells her to follow her dream to London. She says that it … Continue reading »
For all Jane Austen fans
I thought I’d share this quiz. I for reals answered the questions truthfully and this is what I got. I think it is because I’ve been reading so many SVH books lately. Which Pride and Prejudice Girl Are You? created with QuizFarm.com You scored as Mrs. BennetI am Mrs. Bennet. I love attention. I am … Continue reading »
Pen Pals #2: Too Cute for Words
I hope you can see this cover clearly. The girls are looking at a blow up poster of Simmie Randolph the Third, that he sent to Amy. Conceited much? If you look closely, his pose looks very similar to another iconic teen idol image. Same pose! I don’t know why the hell I knew this. … Continue reading »
The Patmans of Sweet Valley: An English country estate
Have you been up at night wondering about the accomplishments of an incredibly privileged and hateful family? Look no further. We get to meet the people that have built the Patman social strata. This one is a magna edition, which means it is over two hundred pages. I am going to split it up because … Continue reading »
this facebook thing these kids are into these days
There’s really no way to say this modestly…but now you can become a fan of the Dairi Burg on Facebook, if you have a profile. If you don’t have a profile, please don’t join. It’s a vast teenage wasteland.
We hear a thousand tiny violins playing for Jessica’s problems, or #21, Runaway
I feel like this storyline is repeated about a thousand times. The best part of the book is the cover. Jessica actually looks really pretty! And now I see where American Apparel gets its ideas from! For a mere $78, you can have this ‘Runaway Jessica” ensemble. Poooor Jessica. No one cares about her. Her … Continue reading »
I want to lose my virginity to Johnny Angel or Sunset Island #5, Sunset Reunion
These covers always crack my shit up. So way over the top. Billy looks like a massive tool. Or is that supposed to be Presley? It’s such a 90s view of a rocker. He’s wearing a hat because it’s the winter break and the gals are planning to get together in Orlando because Sam is … Continue reading »
Pen Pals: Boys Wanted!
I used to have such a fetish for boarding schools. I always wished I could attend one but as a preteen I was too scared to leave home. (And after reading Prep, I am glad I did not go.) Who am I kidding? I still am kind of obsessed with boarding schools. Despite the issues … Continue reading »
some thoughts
Hi all, I am taking a quick break to get a bit mushy and sincere- I know, I know – to say a big thanks to all my readers. Some of you who read this lil ol’ blog were nice enough to write about it on other blogs, and I have gotten a great number … Continue reading »
Jessica fights for gender equity, or #86, Jessica Against Bruce
I truly believe that there was a meeting room where all the ghostwriters came together to throw ideas around. One late night, when they were all depressed and realizing that this was the only job their English lit degree from Harvard would get them, they started playing a drinking game. They had to go around … Continue reading »
Regina’s overdose, or #40 On the Edge
Let’s talk about this cover. Regina? Quite pretty in a “normal” kind of way. Also? Not looking like model material. And the pic of Bruce- is that a headshot? I wouldn’t be surprised if he had some made up. Also, thanks to Merrie who pointed out that Bruce looks like a young John Barrowman. Good … Continue reading »
Taffy Sinclair Strikes Again, or proof that Taffy rules
Reading these again has given me a totally new perspective: Jana is a supreme brat. And quite frivolous. And Taffy is kind of awesome. Cover: great place to start. This scene never happened in the book, but kind of close. Taffy looks a good 22 years old. The other gals are hard to tell apart. … Continue reading »
Francine plans to bestow a whole new generation with internalized oppression!
Reader Jessa Fields brought this to our attention: it seems that SVH is getting a re-release. Why? Trying to cash in? Will tweens of this generation appreciate it? I don’t think so. It’s so ridiculous and not like anything today. And think about how cellphone, internet and myspace would have affected the SVH kids. I … Continue reading »
