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robinsbooks's review against another edition
3.0
This was a fun breezy read for anyone who likes a good "watch what you wish for" story with a fairly predictable ending. However, even though I'll read just about anything for any audience, I felt that this was a little too "young" for me. At first I thought the language and pace were funny but it grew a little tiresome after about 50 pages (author was very good at very creative cursing strings). But all in all it was a quick and easy book for anyone who has dreamed of meeting their celebrity idol of choice and jetting away with him (or her).
jessicareads85's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
2.0
cadence59's review against another edition
2.0
A quick read about what happens when you meet the celebrity you dream about. Light and breezy, but I'm glad it was a library book.
drey72's review against another edition
2.0
Hazel Lavery has just turned thirty. Her boyfriend’s awesome, and her job’s fabulous. I loved the first few chapters of The Rock Star in Seat 3A, when we meet Hazel and Wyatt. Then she meets her idol and has an existential crisis.
Who’s your musician/actor/sports idol? What would you do if Johnny Depp sat down next to you and started chatting it up and sparks are flying?
I loved Hazel’s reactions, they’re so what I’d imagine I’d say. The “OMFG!” part, that is. Not sure about the flirting back part. Or the barfing part. Oh, who am I kidding – I’d probably do both, and the latter without any help from turbulence!
But some parts of this read bothered me. The first part was the “free pass” thing. It’s nice to say you have a free pass if that opportunity ever came up, but really? To assume it’s for real without talking about it? That doesn’t sit right with me.
Also, the title says “Seat 3A”, that’s a window seat, which is fine. But then Hazel was upgraded to 3B, and anyone who’s been on a plane knows that there’s no 3B in First Class (or even Business Class), it’s A and C. So yes, I’m nit-picky. But it bothered me. And in reading about Finn’s boarding the plane and getting into his seat (and out of it), I got confused, because it seemed like he just did it, and even in First Class (I’d assume) you don’t just get up and step into the aisle. Because this is a plane after all.
The dialog was amusing, as was the overall story. Watching Hazel live her dream was fun. And watching her realize that this dream may not be the dream, brings realism to the story. Other than my nit-pickiness, this is a light beach read for the days when you don’t really want to think too hard – and just be entertained.
drey’s rating: Ok
Who’s your musician/actor/sports idol? What would you do if Johnny Depp sat down next to you and started chatting it up and sparks are flying?
I loved Hazel’s reactions, they’re so what I’d imagine I’d say. The “OMFG!” part, that is. Not sure about the flirting back part. Or the barfing part. Oh, who am I kidding – I’d probably do both, and the latter without any help from turbulence!
But some parts of this read bothered me. The first part was the “free pass” thing. It’s nice to say you have a free pass if that opportunity ever came up, but really? To assume it’s for real without talking about it? That doesn’t sit right with me.
Also, the title says “Seat 3A”, that’s a window seat, which is fine. But then Hazel was upgraded to 3B, and anyone who’s been on a plane knows that there’s no 3B in First Class (or even Business Class), it’s A and C. So yes, I’m nit-picky. But it bothered me. And in reading about Finn’s boarding the plane and getting into his seat (and out of it), I got confused, because it seemed like he just did it, and even in First Class (I’d assume) you don’t just get up and step into the aisle. Because this is a plane after all.
The dialog was amusing, as was the overall story. Watching Hazel live her dream was fun. And watching her realize that this dream may not be the dream, brings realism to the story. Other than my nit-pickiness, this is a light beach read for the days when you don’t really want to think too hard – and just be entertained.
drey’s rating: Ok
lovelee8's review against another edition
1.0
Big disappointment. Did not like the main character and I could barely get through this book.
shinychick's review against another edition
1.0
I had picked this up ages ago and not read it, so I decided it needed another shot, since I could get it as an ebook from my library.
For some reason, I hated it from the go. I can't explain it, but it's not working for me.
Off to find another book about rock music...
For some reason, I hated it from the go. I can't explain it, but it's not working for me.
Off to find another book about rock music...
acinthedc's review against another edition
2.0
A fairly predictable story with a few moments of pretty writing, primarily the song lyrics of the rock star in the title.
3dotsforme's review against another edition
2.0
Hm, looked promising but was disappointing. Fortunately it was a quick 3 hour reading.
deejaygee's review against another edition
2.0
I kept thinking I was reading Twilight Fanfiction while reading this. There were even mentions of characters and the actors who played them. I am not sure what to say that doesn't spoil the story but I just didn't like the ending. It was the right ending for Hazel though.
missriki's review against another edition
4.0
I picked up this book thinking it would be pure chick-lit fluff and was pleasantly surprised to find it had much more heft than anticipated. Don’t get me wrong, I do love chick –lit fluff, but The Rock Star in Seat 3A was a blessing in disguise. Kargman has an extremely quick-witted writing style that bursts from the page with sarcasm and bite. From the very beginning I found myself on our protagonist’s side. Hazel is funny and smart with a doting chef boyfriend and a fabulous job. Add to the mix her incredibly supportive sister Kira and she has the makings of the perfect life.
Hazel finds herself in the lucky situation to meet her long-time musical idol Finn and escapes into his world despite the loyal boyfriend. I had a hard time finding rock star Finn’s character likeable, but maybe that’s just good writing on Kargman’s part. As with all chick-lit, all is well that ends well and this book is a fun romp through the world of a rocking musician and his faithful follower. Add this to your beach-read list.
Hazel finds herself in the lucky situation to meet her long-time musical idol Finn and escapes into his world despite the loyal boyfriend. I had a hard time finding rock star Finn’s character likeable, but maybe that’s just good writing on Kargman’s part. As with all chick-lit, all is well that ends well and this book is a fun romp through the world of a rocking musician and his faithful follower. Add this to your beach-read list.