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ashleysimon's review
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
hannahhaii's review
5.0
I thoroughly enjoyed this. I missed out on the "college experience" and this book gave me just that. From the mini love story, to parties, to betrayal, it gave me the vision that college is everything, if not more, than I expected. 10/10 recommend.
mellabella's review
3.0
This is a perfect summer read. Light and superficial. Full of gossip and salacious details.
Taylor is a freshman who has no plan to rush the sorority (Beta Zeta) her grandmother, mother , and sisters did.
But, after attending a party, changes her mind.
Taylor is a good character. A little dramatic and more forgiving than any one else would be. But a good, character nonetheless. You have a cast of characters that's also fun: Meg, Southern girl "virgin" Kenadie, Jayne, Jonah, twins, and the girl you love to hate Colette...
Jack the heartthrob.
3/5 stars.
Taylor is a freshman who has no plan to rush the sorority (Beta Zeta) her grandmother, mother , and sisters did.
But, after attending a party, changes her mind.
Taylor is a good character. A little dramatic and more forgiving than any one else would be. But a good, character nonetheless. You have a cast of characters that's also fun: Meg, Southern girl "virgin" Kenadie, Jayne, Jonah, twins, and the girl you love to hate Colette...
Jack the heartthrob.
3/5 stars.
kdurham2's review
3.0
Check out the full review at Kritters Ramblings
Taylor is a freshmen at college and may be from a "legacy" family, but she is not thinking about joining a sorority and has other things in mind for her college years. Her plan goes on the back burner and real fast - with one invitation to a fraternity party and she is roped into the sorority life and the drama soon follows.
It took awhile, but the story definitely ended up with some substance and plot - but took a little too much time for me. I ended up loving how her sister a former BZ got into the story and how those interactions played into the story - they became my favorite parts.
Taylor is a freshmen at college and may be from a "legacy" family, but she is not thinking about joining a sorority and has other things in mind for her college years. Her plan goes on the back burner and real fast - with one invitation to a fraternity party and she is roped into the sorority life and the drama soon follows.
It took awhile, but the story definitely ended up with some substance and plot - but took a little too much time for me. I ended up loving how her sister a former BZ got into the story and how those interactions played into the story - they became my favorite parts.
auburnaggie's review
3.0
Solid 3.5 stars. *Highly* entertaining in that "WTF is happening, I can't look away" kind of fascination. When attempting to describe it to my husband, he said, "So like trashy reality tv, but in book form." Yes. A lot like that. Good fun, super fast read. LOTS of profanity, so if that's not your thing, I'd avoid it.
kaitburesh's review
3.0
This could have been a 5 star read for me. Here's where it fell off: The pacing in the beginning was great. The character development was there. There was intrigue, a bit of mystery, a lot of building....to the main action that started and ended in 50 pages. Enjoyable for sure, but lacking in follow-through for me.
adifferentreadingview's review
3.0
This was a pretty quick read. As someone who is in a greek organization, it was semi-accurate but overly embellished. I think if you're in a greek org you can definitely relate to the aspect of loving your organization more than yourself. A lot of us put a lot of time, effort, and passion into our organizations - something that people who aren't Greek will never understand. After being active my last two years of college in my college career and (now) transitioning into being an adult/having a job/not being active, this was a refreshing read and reminded me of the good, the bad, and the ugly I have experienced during my time in college. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants a quick read.
elena_gilbert's review
5.0
If you know me at all, you are not surprised to see that I couldn't resist this book. Here's why:
Pros:
+Super trashy
+Very beachy
+Quick, easy
+Sorority soap opera
+Like a fleshed out version of the epic story my sorority sister and I wrote about our sisters during college, but with 99.9% more substance abuse
Cons:
-Atrocious writing (maybe this could actually be a plus for some people?)
-Especially atrocious sex scenes
-Perpetuates Greek system stereotypes (I almost took a star off for this, and felt a little guilty for enjoying it so much, because my sorority sisters weren't really like this, except for when they were. So there you go.)
I finished this book wanting to go rewatch Greek and all the "Jack McPhee joins a fraternity" episodes of Dawson's Creek. And also wanting to read a sequel.
Pros:
+Super trashy
+Very beachy
+Quick, easy
+Sorority soap opera
+Like a fleshed out version of the epic story my sorority sister and I wrote about our sisters during college, but with 99.9% more substance abuse
Cons:
-Atrocious writing (maybe this could actually be a plus for some people?)
-Especially atrocious sex scenes
-Perpetuates Greek system stereotypes (I almost took a star off for this, and felt a little guilty for enjoying it so much, because my sorority sisters weren't really like this, except for when they were. So there you go.)
I finished this book wanting to go rewatch Greek and all the "Jack McPhee joins a fraternity" episodes of Dawson's Creek. And also wanting to read a sequel.
karenleagermain's review
4.0
PLOT- Taylor Bell recalls her true story of her time in the Beta Zeta sorority at a college in Delaware. Initially, Bell is reluctant to join the sorority, but as a legacy, she is actively pursued to rush.
LIKE- I picked up Dirty Rush based on positive professional reviews and a fun endorsement from Jen Lancaster. I adore Jen Lancaster. Somehow, I didn't realize that Dirty Rush was based on a true story until I had started reading, which made everything even more outrageous.
I was never in a sorority and the colleges that I attended didn't even have them. I don't think any of my close friends were in sororities or fraternities. Basically, I'm unfamiliar with them, except for what I've seen in popular culture. That said, I find the entire set-up fascinating. I just can't understand who would willingly put themselves through rushing and dealing with all of the drama. Bell does come out of the experience with some close friends, but I'm definitely not convinced of she wouldn't have made deep connections if a sorority hadn't been part of her college experience. Her friendships are solidified when the president of the sorority goes after Bell, releasing a doctored sex tape and trying to assassinate Bell's character while getting her tossed from Beta Zeta, Some of the other sorority members see what is happening and as Bell gathers proof, they stand by her side. There is a surprise twist when we find out about a terrible secret that Bell's older sister, a former sorority member, has kept hidden from her sister. Bell's story is truly shocking.
I loved that Bell was able to get Rebecca Martinson ( the sorority president who went viral for her scathing rush instruction email) to write a forward. It sets the tone for the entire book, letting the reader know that Bell has a good sense of humor regarding her experiences. Despite the intense bullying that Bell endures, her memoir has plenty of laughs.
DISLIKE- This is a guilty pleasure read. A few years ago, I would have been embarrassed to admit to reading Dirty Rush. But you know what? I'm going to own it. Sometimes, you need a little trashy reading.
RECOMMEND - Dirty Rush is certainly not going to be everyone's cup of tea. It's shocking and has a scandalous/ TMZ type of vibe. Bell's humor and the quick pace make this a perfect beach read. I enjoyed the ride.
Like my review? Check out my blog!
LIKE- I picked up Dirty Rush based on positive professional reviews and a fun endorsement from Jen Lancaster. I adore Jen Lancaster. Somehow, I didn't realize that Dirty Rush was based on a true story until I had started reading, which made everything even more outrageous.
I was never in a sorority and the colleges that I attended didn't even have them. I don't think any of my close friends were in sororities or fraternities. Basically, I'm unfamiliar with them, except for what I've seen in popular culture. That said, I find the entire set-up fascinating. I just can't understand who would willingly put themselves through rushing and dealing with all of the drama. Bell does come out of the experience with some close friends, but I'm definitely not convinced of she wouldn't have made deep connections if a sorority hadn't been part of her college experience. Her friendships are solidified when the president of the sorority goes after Bell, releasing a doctored sex tape and trying to assassinate Bell's character while getting her tossed from Beta Zeta, Some of the other sorority members see what is happening and as Bell gathers proof, they stand by her side. There is a surprise twist when we find out about a terrible secret that Bell's older sister, a former sorority member, has kept hidden from her sister. Bell's story is truly shocking.
I loved that Bell was able to get Rebecca Martinson ( the sorority president who went viral for her scathing rush instruction email) to write a forward. It sets the tone for the entire book, letting the reader know that Bell has a good sense of humor regarding her experiences. Despite the intense bullying that Bell endures, her memoir has plenty of laughs.
DISLIKE- This is a guilty pleasure read. A few years ago, I would have been embarrassed to admit to reading Dirty Rush. But you know what? I'm going to own it. Sometimes, you need a little trashy reading.
RECOMMEND - Dirty Rush is certainly not going to be everyone's cup of tea. It's shocking and has a scandalous/ TMZ type of vibe. Bell's humor and the quick pace make this a perfect beach read. I enjoyed the ride.
Like my review? Check out my blog!