vivianhester's review
4.0
It’s too bad this one wasn’t translated into Dutch, because unlike the other in between books in the series, this contained pretty vital information that I missed in Hear over Heels - I kept wondering what I forgot about All That Glitter, but apparently it was this book that I should have read first. Anyway, I liked it a lot: loved the quirkiness of Paris Fashion Week and her escapades while at it, and the bonus chapter from Nick’s point of view was GLORIOUS and added some nice context. Also, for some strange reason it took me THIS LONG to figure out that Harriet is actually autistic. Wow. Now, moving on to Forever Geek!
nerdie_kitten's review
4.0
I can't believe I am done with whole of this series... I mean... It lifted me up in my tough times.. And would be always special to me.. Talking About this geek girl novella.. First time Harriet Manners is on her own and despite her usual blunders she pulls it up
..she is learning to be on her own
..she is learning to be on her own
shannonreadss's review
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Just another book in which Harriet makes a lot of mistakes. It’s getting a bit boring at this point, but I really liked Nick’s perspective on their first meeting. It was that little story that made me give this rating.
michalice's review
5.0
I am a huge fan of the Geek Girl series, so when Sunny Side Up landed at my door step I dropped everything to read this one straight away. I love getting to spend time with Harriet, and see where she is going or what she is doing. She never fails to make me laugh, intentionally or not.
I love how Harriet is always surprised when she gets a new job, like she is never good enough, so her job for Paris Fashion Week comes as a surprise for everyone. After reading all of the book, we know Harriet is never far from disaster no matter what she does, but she is determined to do her best this time, to follow all the rules exactly. But when has Harriet ever managed to follow the rules?
Sunny Side Up is a novella that fits between All That Glitters and Head Over Heels. so it's advisable to read All That Glitters before picking this one up. Within the first few pages of this book I was laughing out loud, Harriet without sleep and an overabundance of energy is not an ideal mix, it just makes her even more factual than ever.
I love how Harriet is determined to do her best as a model, but also how normal she is. She may be a model but she is just like you and me. She has spots, makes mistakes, and definitely has wardrobe disasters. She is real and not so one who is perfect all the time. This is even more evident when Wilbur gets her styled and ready, before her actual professional style by the stylist.
Sunny Side Up is aptly named, but also completely opposite of the final show, which honestly sounds far too creepy for me to try, but fascinating to read about. The location, the designs, even the model poses were a perfect blend.
Sunny Side Up is another great addition to this series and it certainly helps with the withdrawal symptoms. This also comes with an added bonus of a second story from a different point of view. Who this new story comes from has been revealed, but for those who haven't seen it yet I'm not going to spoil it here.
Final Verdict
Sunny Side Up is a must read for fans of this series, especially if you need to find out what happened in Paris, and what mistakes Harriet makes. This is a quick read, but is a must have for your Geek Girl collection.
How did Harriet Manners –Destroyer of International Fashion Shows, Knocker-Over of Models, Sitter-Downer on Catwalks and Compiler of Compound Nouns –get selected to participate in Paris Couture Fashion Week: the most prestigious event a young model can possibly attend?
Well, I'm afraid I have no idea either.
I love how Harriet is always surprised when she gets a new job, like she is never good enough, so her job for Paris Fashion Week comes as a surprise for everyone. After reading all of the book, we know Harriet is never far from disaster no matter what she does, but she is determined to do her best this time, to follow all the rules exactly. But when has Harriet ever managed to follow the rules?
Sunny Side Up is a novella that fits between All That Glitters and Head Over Heels. so it's advisable to read All That Glitters before picking this one up. Within the first few pages of this book I was laughing out loud, Harriet without sleep and an overabundance of energy is not an ideal mix, it just makes her even more factual than ever.
I love how Harriet is determined to do her best as a model, but also how normal she is. She may be a model but she is just like you and me. She has spots, makes mistakes, and definitely has wardrobe disasters. She is real and not so one who is perfect all the time. This is even more evident when Wilbur gets her styled and ready, before her actual professional style by the stylist.
Sunny Side Up is aptly named, but also completely opposite of the final show, which honestly sounds far too creepy for me to try, but fascinating to read about. The location, the designs, even the model poses were a perfect blend.
Sunny Side Up is another great addition to this series and it certainly helps with the withdrawal symptoms. This also comes with an added bonus of a second story from a different point of view. Who this new story comes from has been revealed, but for those who haven't seen it yet I'm not going to spoil it here.
Final Verdict
Sunny Side Up is a must read for fans of this series, especially if you need to find out what happened in Paris, and what mistakes Harriet makes. This is a quick read, but is a must have for your Geek Girl collection.
besijudit's review
5.0
I felt a little cheated when I found out it takes place in January because the cover and the title screams SUMMER.
Anyhow, I loved it. Seriously, I can't tell you how much I adored it. Just read it, you'll love it too.
And I can't express how sad I am that it's my last Geek Girl story. I'll definitely reread the entire series in the future because there's never enough of Harriet's geekiness. Holly Smale created something amazing with these books.
Anyhow, I loved it. Seriously, I can't tell you how much I adored it. Just read it, you'll love it too.
And I can't express how sad I am that it's my last Geek Girl story. I'll definitely reread the entire series in the future because there's never enough of Harriet's geekiness. Holly Smale created something amazing with these books.
indiepauli47's review
3.0
I do not own a physical copy of this book, but found the audiobook and I thought why not. It was very quick and fun, and I enjoyed having Nick's PoV the first time they met !
That made me realise that the characters actually grew on me; I felt like reliving an old memory when Nick's chapter started, and I only started the series, what 2 months ago ?
Holly Smale managed to create real lovable characters and that's probably the best of this series.
Now onto physical book 5, almost reaching the end !
That made me realise that the characters actually grew on me; I felt like reliving an old memory when Nick's chapter started, and I only started the series, what 2 months ago ?
Holly Smale managed to create real lovable characters and that's probably the best of this series.
Now onto physical book 5, almost reaching the end !
noteonthepolaroid's review
4.0
More Harriet Manners dramas and muck-ups which will leave you laughing your head off!
kitkatscanread's review
5.0
Jesus I love this series!
Even the little novellas like these.
I laugh out loud. Even on the bus.
I smile to myself and people stare at me like I'm stupid.
But I don't care!
It's Geek Girl and everyone should read this whole series!
I loved it.
Recommend all ze books.
Why are you still reading this?
Go read it now! ;)
Even the little novellas like these.
I laugh out loud. Even on the bus.
I smile to myself and people stare at me like I'm stupid.
But I don't care!
It's Geek Girl and everyone should read this whole series!
I loved it.
Recommend all ze books.
Why are you still reading this?
Go read it now! ;)