Book Review: Diary of a Crush by Sarra Manning

French Kiss by Sarra Manning

Paperback, 224 pages

Published June 8th 2006 by Puffin 

My rating: 3 of 5 stars
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When Edie and Dylan first see each other in photography class, an instant attraction draws them together. But true love never does run smoothly—the two spar as much as they can’t keep their hands off each other. Then comes the college trip to Paris: Edie’s willpower will be tested to the limit! In between furious arguments and trips to the Louvre, the two share some passionate moments—but will it last?
    I liked it OK. It was fun, quick and easy read. Like no deep thinking needed. The story’s about a girl named Edie who just transferred residence to a new town, and so she’s the new kid, and she has this huge crush on Dylan. We read on her diary, and as diary goes-it’s very self-centered, and she went on and on about her life, mostly her love life. It was like reading a friend’s diary, or talking to a friend about her love life. Though I have to say for a diary, it was too detailed (I can’t imagine writing on my diary that detailed). What I hated about the book was it’s shallowness; they were all so focused on their love life: kissing or snogging, breaking up, hooking up, exchanging partners, and fashion, aand no other problem involved. I mean, I loved all the chicklits I’ve read same as this book, but this is the FIRST time I’ve read something that is just focused on TWO people who always kiss each other, and it’s so obvious they like each other (and I really don’t get what Dylan’s problem is..anyway), and some conversations with some friends. BUT, I have to say I did enjoy reading it. Cute and nice.



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