theladygonzalez's review
4.0
I had not heard a lot concerning this book, probably because it's a few years old, but I saw it on sale online, so I picked it up on a whim. The story sounded cute enough and I thought the cover was adorable so I purchased it. All things considered, I am glad I had a chance to read this book.
The story centers around KJ, a high school junior who was just given the job of stage manager for her school's musical production of Grease. I think a lot of people can relate to KJ, I certainly can. There are a lot of teen books out there about "mean girls" and 'frenemies" and whatnot; but KJ is entirely unique in this market - she is a nice girl. In fact, she is too nice. She cannot be mean to anyone and therefore attracts the unwanted attention of the school geeks. I love the idea of this, because this really happens. I was one of those girls in high school, not to the extent of KJ, but I could not make someone feel bad either.
Anyways, on with the story. The problem arises when Resident popular girl, who happens to be playing Sandy, takes KJ under her wing. Tama tries to set her up with KJ's longtime crush Cameron, but Tama declares that the geeks have to go. She tries to teach KJ how to repel the geeks and how to be mean. Now of course, drama ensues and KJ begins to question who she is becoming. People begin to get angry with the new KJ, but a select few stand by her side.
One of which is her new friend, Robbie. You see, the two of them developed a friendship because KJ agreed to help Robbie get Tama interested in him. However, their bond soon grows and KJ really begins to trust and rely on Robbie.
The geeks are also brilliantly and hilariously written. There are three main geeks that kind of stalk KJ throughout the book - Andy, Glenn and Fred. Andy is incredibly smart and logical. Everything he does has some kind of scientific backing. He is also extremely into health foods. He is constantly trying to get KJ to eat weird foods. Then, there is Glenn. Glenn is my least favorite type of Geek. He is super touchy-feely. We all know people like that. He seems to have no idea about the concept of a personal bubble and is constantly saying inappropriate things to KJ. Finally, we have Fred. Fred is chubby next door neighbor. He is extremely sweet and would do anything for her. Unfortunately, he is exactly socially graced and he often embarrasses himself and those around him.
Honestly, the only problem I had with Geek Magnet, is that it was rather predictable. The plot was not surprising in the slightest, but it was still well written. The characters are charming enough that it is still an enjoyable read, even when you know what is coming.
Geek Magnet was a quick and enjoyable read that is perfect for a lazy day. It is easy to get into, but isn't exactly hard to process. It isn't the best book I've ever read in this genre, but it was certainly entertaining.
The story centers around KJ, a high school junior who was just given the job of stage manager for her school's musical production of Grease. I think a lot of people can relate to KJ, I certainly can. There are a lot of teen books out there about "mean girls" and 'frenemies" and whatnot; but KJ is entirely unique in this market - she is a nice girl. In fact, she is too nice. She cannot be mean to anyone and therefore attracts the unwanted attention of the school geeks. I love the idea of this, because this really happens. I was one of those girls in high school, not to the extent of KJ, but I could not make someone feel bad either.
Anyways, on with the story. The problem arises when Resident popular girl, who happens to be playing Sandy, takes KJ under her wing. Tama tries to set her up with KJ's longtime crush Cameron, but Tama declares that the geeks have to go. She tries to teach KJ how to repel the geeks and how to be mean. Now of course, drama ensues and KJ begins to question who she is becoming. People begin to get angry with the new KJ, but a select few stand by her side.
One of which is her new friend, Robbie. You see, the two of them developed a friendship because KJ agreed to help Robbie get Tama interested in him. However, their bond soon grows and KJ really begins to trust and rely on Robbie.
The geeks are also brilliantly and hilariously written. There are three main geeks that kind of stalk KJ throughout the book - Andy, Glenn and Fred. Andy is incredibly smart and logical. Everything he does has some kind of scientific backing. He is also extremely into health foods. He is constantly trying to get KJ to eat weird foods. Then, there is Glenn. Glenn is my least favorite type of Geek. He is super touchy-feely. We all know people like that. He seems to have no idea about the concept of a personal bubble and is constantly saying inappropriate things to KJ. Finally, we have Fred. Fred is chubby next door neighbor. He is extremely sweet and would do anything for her. Unfortunately, he is exactly socially graced and he often embarrasses himself and those around him.
Honestly, the only problem I had with Geek Magnet, is that it was rather predictable. The plot was not surprising in the slightest, but it was still well written. The characters are charming enough that it is still an enjoyable read, even when you know what is coming.
Geek Magnet was a quick and enjoyable read that is perfect for a lazy day. It is easy to get into, but isn't exactly hard to process. It isn't the best book I've ever read in this genre, but it was certainly entertaining.
lisa_lister's review
3.0
Entertaining... some funny parts, some not so funny parts. Worth picking up.
rachelcully's review
5.0
To this day one of my all time favorite books. Its an easy read that makes me laugh every time i read it.
wawa_m's review
3.0
All right. I managed to get through this book but I only liked and did not love it. IT was a simple young adult novel that took us through a few months in the life of a girl called KJ Miller who always seemed to attract the geekiest of guys. It was a cut story for the most part. I like how the fact that KJ was involved in a play influenced the way the chapters were lined out. I liked two of the characters, Robbie and Stephanie, who seemed to be the most endearing people in the book. The writing was well done and easy to read. In spite of that, the main character was not really as interesting as I had hoped. I did not like how the characters were described, there seemed to be something missing. But as a whole the book was good to read.
foreveryoungadult's review
Graded By: Meghan
BFF Charm: Yay!
Swoonworthy Scale: 5
Talky Talk: Almost Right On
Bonus Factors: Grease
Relationship Status: High School Sweethearts
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BFF Charm: Yay!
Swoonworthy Scale: 5
Talky Talk: Almost Right On
Bonus Factors: Grease
Relationship Status: High School Sweethearts
Read the full book report here.
andiabcs's review
4.0
KJ is actually a character you can understand and connect with on some level. She is a typical teen with typical teenage problems. She likes the popular boy but he doesn't know she exists yet the resident geeks fawn and dote all over her. She desperately want to break out of her nice girl mode and get in with the popular crowd but is terrified to do anything that would make her look stupid and she hates to hurt anyone's feelings. Finally things seem to be falling in place for her. She follows popular girl Tama's advice and ditches the geeks and is noticed by her crush. But with this comes something else. KJ inevitably ends up pushing the people that are true friends away in a case of the grass is always greener. Now "in" with the popular kids, her life becomes even more of a mess as her home life implodes and slowly everyone finds out what KJ has been hiding from all but her bestie Stephanie...her dad is a functioning alcoholic. And that right there explains why she puts aside her discomfort and is afraid to be herself. Because at home if she does even the slightest thing to anger her dad all hell breaks lose. Basically it is easier to do what makes others happy then to be yourself in her house so that is what she does in her personal life too. But after much trial and error and with the support of adorable Robbie KJ finally pulls it all together and realizes that being a geek isn't really being a geek. Everyone is awkward in there own way. It all just depends on how you deal with it and how you hide it.
This book was exactly what I needed after a very disappointing book. It was funny and charming and serious at times and all around enjoyable. Scott has once again given something on the verge of greatness.
This book was exactly what I needed after a very disappointing book. It was funny and charming and serious at times and all around enjoyable. Scott has once again given something on the verge of greatness.