


There is so much more he wants to do-like act.

Kara knows that the show already has a big-time celebrity lined up for the co-host, but she doesn't know who it is.Ĭhad Beacon quickly rose to fame after winning America's Next Star, but he doesn't want his entire career to be about singing.

'.with sparks of wit, the story offers a positive message about being true to oneself.The feisty New Yorker moves to sunny Orlando to participate in a month-long audition, where she'll live with nine other contestants and an eccentric housemother. Although reality shows and religion dont usually mix, this text blends both well and serves up Addy as a believable and endearing heroine. Short transcripts of interviews with the show's participants are sprinkled between chapters, underscoring the vapid nature of the other girls. Relying on Christianity, Addy musters the courage to persevere, just like her deceased missionary parents, who are referenced throughout. Addys positive attention attracts some serious nastiness from her competitors and the shows director, Hank, which convinces Addy that her purpose on the show is to really share her faith. Looking to be sent home quickly, unlike the other 99 girls, Addy doesnt fawn over the First Son and instead chooses to just be herself, which, to her dismay, endears her to viewers and prolongs her stay. So when her principal taps her to represent her school on the new reality TV show The Book of Love, Addy isnt thrilled, despite the shows prize of a date to the prom with Jonathon Jackson, the son of the president of the United States. Getting good grades and into an Ivy League college are 17-year-old Addys two goals in life. This light teenage romance with a reality-show twist is entertaining and forgivably predictable. 'McGees debut novel is an absolute gem.' 'Anyone who enjoys reality television and a well-told story shouldnt hesitate to read this great book. '.a touching, fun, edifying, campy, quick and downright delicious teen read.'.
