Bein' Good

Juicy Central #1

by Jada Jones

Whether they joined the Yearbook Club or they were asked to participate by cranky school counselor, Mr. Crandall, the YC girls become fast friends. Kiki, Marnyke, Nishell, Sherise, and Tia are best friends forever. But all BFFs have their differences. Fights, jealousies, secret crushes-- introducing the gossipy girls of South Central High. Will shy Kiki ever move beyond the shadow of her popular twin? Can Nishell overcome an embarrassing secret? Will Sherise's relationship with Marnyke's ex cause trouble for everyone? Will Marnyke's deep loneliness lead to an unwise decision? And will Tia realize that driving ambition without friendship is hollow? All under 150-pages. Shy and level-headed, Kiki longs for true love. She wishes that Jackson would talk to her. But Jackson is a player and oly wants one thing...

127 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2012

Reviews

[nissa_ ☆ · Rating 3 out of 5]

what???

i can’t process this cause it goes so fast


spoilers



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1. the teacher says be like her sister???

2. where are these girls parents???

3. she’s not confident enough to talk to people but to throw a party????

4. they drink???? and smoke????
(to be fair, normal for high schoolers)

5. no one took this girl’s(not the main girl) suicide serious???

6. said girl almost commits suicide???

this book is so fast paced that it should’ve been 300 pages instead of 126 pages.

i feel like i should’ve read this when i was in high school and not in college cause the dialogue was kinda cringe but i can excuse it.

i wish it could be better but oh well.

[Rosilya Shaw · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the book. It was short, and entertaining. I kept wanting to read, i didn't want to stop every time when it was time to put our books away. I will love to read more books like this, I finished this book in 3 days! I would recommend this book to whoever dislikes reading.

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

Unlike her twin sister Sherise, Kiki's always been a good girl. She's proud of her good grades, but since she's kind of shy and tomboyish, she can't help feeling like she just doesn't fit in. Kiki is sure that if she had a boyfriend, or even some real girl friends, she would stop feeling so lonely. Even though everyone says Jackson is a player, Kiki can't help wondering if he might actually like her. And what about Tia, the girl who Kiki is supposed to tutor? Could she be the friend Kiki's looking for?

Although limited by the hi/lo format, this book tells an engaging story that will appeal to teen girls, especially those who loved the Bluford High series. Not all of the messages in the story are positive (drugs and drinking are presented in a realistically casual way, the main character is told she needs to be more feminine if she ever wants a man, and no one seems to disagree with that assertion), and there's plenty of teenage drama, but the hopeful ending keeps it from being too much of an angst-fest.

[Alicia · Rating 2 out of 5]

Kiki's twin is more popular while Kiki struggles to be smart but isn't good with boys. While she struggles with friendships, especially when her sister is involved, but she does have a small group, especially with her involvement in Yearbook Club. As they plan and organize for a school dance, Marnyke is dealing with her mother's jailing and a choice between a bad boy who's no good for her or a sweeter boy that seems to like her for who she is.

Cat fighting, some basketball, boys who like to smoke while the girls like to drink, and some "wise" club adviser make for a quick and easy reluctant read.

[Sh'niya Stallings · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very different from her twin sister sherise, Kiki is very shy and feels very leftout at times. She's very good at sports and her grades are excellent. Kiki with her tomboyish ways feel like she is a pariah too everyone else. Kiki also wants more attention from guys, especially Jackson. She isn't sure if he really likes her or using her for help.

[Shalana · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice quick lil inspirational read for teenagers who feel like outsiders or not quite good enough. It has a purpose.

[Sara Sutherland · Rating 2 out of 5]

It was a pretty good book. Probably for readers a little younger than me though.

[Aimee · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good, quick read. Kiki: Being Good was fast paced with interesting characters. I would pick up another book in the series.