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Fancy White Trash
Finding love is simple with the One True Love Plan.
If only life were as easy as your sisters. Abby's heard that one before. And it's true. Shelby and Kait aren't exactly prim and proper. Abby is determined not to follow in their footsteps, so she has created the One True Love Plan. The most important part of the plan is Rule #1: Find Someone New. This means finding a guy who hasn't already dated Shelby or Kait. But when Abby starts falling for the possible father of Kait's baby, she has to figure out if some rules are meant to be broken.
This debut novel, a modern comedy of errors, is as lighthearted and irreverant as its title.
257 pages, Hardcover
First published May 15, 2008
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June 5, 2008
Fifteen-year-old Abby may well have the most embarrassing family ever. Her mother, after having married and divorced her father twice, is now recently married to a too-young guitar-playing hunk who she inherited after he moved on from daughters Kait and then Shelby. Shelby, at twenty-one has a three year old, and is living at home with her. Kait (also living at home) is pregnant, either by the guitar player, or possibly the boy next door. The guitar player is being unfaithful at home (with Shelby) and away. Things can't get worse, can they? Then Abby's father shows up again having been kicked out by his current wife, moves into her room, and reads her journal.
They all fight, they fight loudly, and they are known to fight on the front lawn to the amusement of the neighbors. When the fighting at her house gets out of hand, she escapes next door to her best friend Cody's to spend the night, something she has done for years.
Abby is determined not to follow in her sisters' footsteps when it comes to love. She's got a list of rules: he can't be previously "used" by anyone in her family; she can love him, but needing him is not okay, preferably she won't fall in love until she and her best friend Cody manage to make their escape to New York City, and she's going to college rather than getting pregnant, etc.
Unfortunately, she really has a thing for Cody's older brother Jackson, but there was that week when he was dating Kait, and depending on whether or not you believe that Kait's daughter is a preemie, Jackson could potentially be her father. Abby is so not going there. Despite what she feels. Despite Jackson's sweet notes. She is not going there.
Cody is dreading the start of the school year due to the harassment he gets from the school bullies who have decided he's gay regardless of the fact that Cody is so not going there to the point that he explodes when anyone even discusses gay rights in his presence.
When Abby outs him to himself and another gay student, he is infuriated with her. Fortunately he can't stay angry for long, and they mend their fences. Cody comes out to his parents, and then decides to go back into the closet so he can have his car back.
The homecoming dance brings everything to a head for Cody and Abby and Jackson.
This is a laugh-out-loud funny book despite some of the serious issues and readers will be held in its grip right to the last page.
They all fight, they fight loudly, and they are known to fight on the front lawn to the amusement of the neighbors. When the fighting at her house gets out of hand, she escapes next door to her best friend Cody's to spend the night, something she has done for years.
Abby is determined not to follow in her sisters' footsteps when it comes to love. She's got a list of rules: he can't be previously "used" by anyone in her family; she can love him, but needing him is not okay, preferably she won't fall in love until she and her best friend Cody manage to make their escape to New York City, and she's going to college rather than getting pregnant, etc.
Unfortunately, she really has a thing for Cody's older brother Jackson, but there was that week when he was dating Kait, and depending on whether or not you believe that Kait's daughter is a preemie, Jackson could potentially be her father. Abby is so not going there. Despite what she feels. Despite Jackson's sweet notes. She is not going there.
Cody is dreading the start of the school year due to the harassment he gets from the school bullies who have decided he's gay regardless of the fact that Cody is so not going there to the point that he explodes when anyone even discusses gay rights in his presence.
When Abby outs him to himself and another gay student, he is infuriated with her. Fortunately he can't stay angry for long, and they mend their fences. Cody comes out to his parents, and then decides to go back into the closet so he can have his car back.
The homecoming dance brings everything to a head for Cody and Abby and Jackson.
This is a laugh-out-loud funny book despite some of the serious issues and readers will be held in its grip right to the last page.
January 28, 2009
This book in a word: Incredible. And not in a good way.
Overview:
The base of the spotlighted family is the mother, Mona (an erratic and irresponsible parental figure), and three sisters, Shelby (21), Kait (18), and Abby (15). Shelby has a three-year-old kid, Hannah, and Kait is pregnant for a portion of the book and then gives birth to premature baby named Stephanie. Abby’s father and Mona have been married twice—they’re divorced at the beginning of the novel. Mona is also pregnant (three months only, so no baby pops in the middle of the narrative, as it doesn’t have a very wide time line), her baby’s father being Steve, who is her at-the-time husband and Kait’s ex-boyfriend and allegedly Stephanie’s father. However, Stephanie could also be the daughter of next-door neighbor Jackson, who is also in love with Abby. Abby wants nothing to do with him because of this. Oh, and Steve is also sleeping around with Kait to boot.
Does this constitute enough showing (not telling) as to how farfetched the entire novel is? The sad thing is, this ensemble could’ve worked under any other plot. The slutty family theme begs for exploration, but this was taken so far past the line, it came together as comical and lacking. The characters, the situation, and the resolution—all extremely over-the-top. Some major toning down should’ve been applied as needed.
What’s funny is, the main character loves soap operas, so I guess the point in all this craziness was to create a connection between real life and soaps. And it didn’t work at all, what with all the commotion created by my handy WTF siren.
One redemptive aspect I found in this clutter of trailer park snafus was the Marjetta Geerling’s voice. Very realistic and quite funny, so I’ll keep look out for her next novel. This one missed the mark, but hopefully her next one will be a testament to her potential (or perceived potential, anyway).
No recommendation on this one, I’m afraid. Although, it might be good for amusement...
Blog review link: http://reviewerx.blogspot.com/2008/07...
Overview:
The base of the spotlighted family is the mother, Mona (an erratic and irresponsible parental figure), and three sisters, Shelby (21), Kait (18), and Abby (15). Shelby has a three-year-old kid, Hannah, and Kait is pregnant for a portion of the book and then gives birth to premature baby named Stephanie. Abby’s father and Mona have been married twice—they’re divorced at the beginning of the novel. Mona is also pregnant (three months only, so no baby pops in the middle of the narrative, as it doesn’t have a very wide time line), her baby’s father being Steve, who is her at-the-time husband and Kait’s ex-boyfriend and allegedly Stephanie’s father. However, Stephanie could also be the daughter of next-door neighbor Jackson, who is also in love with Abby. Abby wants nothing to do with him because of this. Oh, and Steve is also sleeping around with Kait to boot.
Does this constitute enough showing (not telling) as to how farfetched the entire novel is? The sad thing is, this ensemble could’ve worked under any other plot. The slutty family theme begs for exploration, but this was taken so far past the line, it came together as comical and lacking. The characters, the situation, and the resolution—all extremely over-the-top. Some major toning down should’ve been applied as needed.
What’s funny is, the main character loves soap operas, so I guess the point in all this craziness was to create a connection between real life and soaps. And it didn’t work at all, what with all the commotion created by my handy WTF siren.
One redemptive aspect I found in this clutter of trailer park snafus was the Marjetta Geerling’s voice. Very realistic and quite funny, so I’ll keep look out for her next novel. This one missed the mark, but hopefully her next one will be a testament to her potential (or perceived potential, anyway).
No recommendation on this one, I’m afraid. Although, it might be good for amusement...
Blog review link: http://reviewerx.blogspot.com/2008/07...
January 14, 2009
My friend, who is studying "white trash," borrowed this book from the library. I don't think he realized that it was a teen romance novel. He said I might like it, so I decided to read it. After all, it fits into my Librarians Read Challenge genre of kids and young adult fiction.
It's a pretty typical, predictable teen romance. Girl meets boy (next door). There is an obstacle to their love. (Girl thinks boy may be the father of her older sister's baby). Obstacle is overcome (thanks to high school science class). Girl and boy profess their love and all looks rosey.
Although the main character/narrator proclaims her family "white trash fancy," this book doesn't show a lot of class consciousness. Any struggle the family is going through seems to be played for laughs or titilation. Why are they white trash? Because members of the family fight in the driveway? Because the older sisters work at Blockbuster and a liquor store? Because the main character's new stepfather first dates and dumps each of the sisters before marrying and impregnating the mom? A lot is made of the sisters being "easy" and "slutty" and getting involved with guys who are no good for them, as if only poor and working class women do that.
In a nice twist, the main character's best friend, next door neighbor, and brother of her "One True Love" is gay, and there's an subplot about him coming to terms with his sexuality and coming out.
All in all, this book is a piece of fluff, suitable for reading on the bus or beach or while at a drug study.
It's a pretty typical, predictable teen romance. Girl meets boy (next door). There is an obstacle to their love. (Girl thinks boy may be the father of her older sister's baby). Obstacle is overcome (thanks to high school science class). Girl and boy profess their love and all looks rosey.
Although the main character/narrator proclaims her family "white trash fancy," this book doesn't show a lot of class consciousness. Any struggle the family is going through seems to be played for laughs or titilation. Why are they white trash? Because members of the family fight in the driveway? Because the older sisters work at Blockbuster and a liquor store? Because the main character's new stepfather first dates and dumps each of the sisters before marrying and impregnating the mom? A lot is made of the sisters being "easy" and "slutty" and getting involved with guys who are no good for them, as if only poor and working class women do that.
In a nice twist, the main character's best friend, next door neighbor, and brother of her "One True Love" is gay, and there's an subplot about him coming to terms with his sexuality and coming out.
All in all, this book is a piece of fluff, suitable for reading on the bus or beach or while at a drug study.
April 20, 2009
Imagine living in a family where your eighteen year old sister is pregnant with your stepfather's baby (and, incidentally, so is your mom.) And your 21-year-old sister has also had an affair with the man. Yikes! Welcome to Abby's home. It is no wonder that Abby has made herself some serious rules about guys so that she doesn't turn out like her mom and sisters. Add to this the fact that she has feelings for the guy next door and then finds out he once had a brief fling with her sister. Full-time drama, and the makings of a white trash family, the kind of family where the neighbors pull out their beer and lawn chairs to watch the fights in the front yard. (Yes, this really does happen.)
Okay, so the concept of a family like that is horrifying to me, as was the complete lack of morals on the part of Abby's sisters, mom, dad, and stepdad...but the characters were all so brilliantly drawn, and I couldn't help but love Abby and her best friend (and younger brother of her crush) Cody, who is facing some serious crises of his own.
Okay, so the concept of a family like that is horrifying to me, as was the complete lack of morals on the part of Abby's sisters, mom, dad, and stepdad...but the characters were all so brilliantly drawn, and I couldn't help but love Abby and her best friend (and younger brother of her crush) Cody, who is facing some serious crises of his own.
February 20, 2016
This book was so awesome, funny and cute. Stay tuned for reviews on my blog and channel :)
May 9, 2018
This book was really long but yet interseting. I really liked it.
November 10, 2012
Reviewed by Randstostipher "tallnlankyrn" Nguyen for TeensReadToo.com
Sisters getting pregnant, mom remarrying three times, car accidents, quick amnesiac episodes -- these all sound like another episode of a soap opera. Unfortunately, for Abby Savage, that's actually her life, and she knows that it resembles a soap because that is all she watches.
With her family's history of dating and getting pregnant and then getting heartbroken, Abby is ready to find the perfect someone with her list of five things called her "One true love plan."
1. Find someone new. Abby knows this firsthand since her sisters' boyfriends are passed around and recycled like a bottle of water. Of course, this isn't so easy since the people Abby goes to school with have been the same ones since kindergarten.
2. No baggage from past relationships allowed. Abby's sisters find her the perfect babysitter. They just don't understand that it's their baby.
3. Looks aren't everything. Falling in love isn't mainly centered on looks!
4. Don't need him. They are always going to make promises, like how her father always promised her wonderful gifts for her birthday, but it never happened. Disappointed with this fact, Abby finds it fit to just trust herself.
5. Get out of town. How can you find someone new when everyone has dated everyone else?
With this list, new knowledge on soaps, and a front-row seat at the Fancy White Trash that is her family, Abby will soon find that one true love.
But will it help her get through the three pregnancies currently in her family, all by the same person? And can it stop her from getting back with the old boyfriend who broke her heart? Or will she just have to figure out that when finding that one true love, lists aren't necessarily needed?
Cute, humorous, and very scandalous, FANCY WHITE TRASH is the next guilty pleasure. Just with the first chapter, readers can see that Abby's life screams "Jerry Springer episode." The obstacles that Abby must face, from the mistakes that her family has made to adapting to their lifestyle, will ultimately make readers fall in love with her. A novel that is unlike most out there in the market, FANCY WHITE TRASH should be on your "to-read list!"
Sisters getting pregnant, mom remarrying three times, car accidents, quick amnesiac episodes -- these all sound like another episode of a soap opera. Unfortunately, for Abby Savage, that's actually her life, and she knows that it resembles a soap because that is all she watches.
With her family's history of dating and getting pregnant and then getting heartbroken, Abby is ready to find the perfect someone with her list of five things called her "One true love plan."
1. Find someone new. Abby knows this firsthand since her sisters' boyfriends are passed around and recycled like a bottle of water. Of course, this isn't so easy since the people Abby goes to school with have been the same ones since kindergarten.
2. No baggage from past relationships allowed. Abby's sisters find her the perfect babysitter. They just don't understand that it's their baby.
3. Looks aren't everything. Falling in love isn't mainly centered on looks!
4. Don't need him. They are always going to make promises, like how her father always promised her wonderful gifts for her birthday, but it never happened. Disappointed with this fact, Abby finds it fit to just trust herself.
5. Get out of town. How can you find someone new when everyone has dated everyone else?
With this list, new knowledge on soaps, and a front-row seat at the Fancy White Trash that is her family, Abby will soon find that one true love.
But will it help her get through the three pregnancies currently in her family, all by the same person? And can it stop her from getting back with the old boyfriend who broke her heart? Or will she just have to figure out that when finding that one true love, lists aren't necessarily needed?
Cute, humorous, and very scandalous, FANCY WHITE TRASH is the next guilty pleasure. Just with the first chapter, readers can see that Abby's life screams "Jerry Springer episode." The obstacles that Abby must face, from the mistakes that her family has made to adapting to their lifestyle, will ultimately make readers fall in love with her. A novel that is unlike most out there in the market, FANCY WHITE TRASH should be on your "to-read list!"
April 18, 2016
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November 3, 2009
Abby Savage is determined to lead a perfectly “normal” life, only her life resembles a soap opera much to her dismay. While she is visiting next door venting her frustrations to her best friend Cody, a fight breaks out in the front yard. He is unable to tear his gaze from the commotion outside and to Abby explains the reason why “Jerry Springer has been on the air for so long”. The Savage girls in all their beauty are also known for being very trashy. Her mother is married to a younger man who has been involved with both of Abby’s sisters, one whom is pregnant, and Steve “Guitar Player” could be the possible father. Her mother announces that she is going to have a baby and that “Guitar Player” is the Father. Meanwhile Jackson, Cody’s older brother, is back in town and can also be counted as a possible father for her sister’s baby. There is only one problem, Abby finds herself falling for him which strictly goes against rule one, “Find Someone New.”
October 9, 2008
Girl with pregnant mom and pregnant sister (same guy) who's best friend is the gay boy next door. Oh, yeah, she falling in love with his brother. Typical, but with a few new twists and I had fun reading it.
November 8, 2017
Fancy White Trash was written by Marjetta Geerling. It is about a girl named Abby. Abby takes you through her life as a member of the Savage family. She wants to be different than everyone in her family. Marjetta Geerling takes you through Abby’s life as she tries to differ from her family. Marjetta is very good at showing characterization in her book. I like her use of characterization. She takes you through abby’s life and the important people in her life. She shows you dialogue but she also shows you what’s going on in abby’s head. She shows you abby’s thoughts and feelings. It shows you what kind of person she is. She is describing Another one of the big literary terms that Marjetta uses is tone. I like the way she uses the tone in the book to show sarcasm. Abby and her best friend have a very witty relationship and always use sarcasm in their conversations. Lastly the last literary device Marjetta Geerling uses is conflict. She has lots of drama going on in the book. Every page something different happens. Every page something new happens with abby and the savage family. It’s hard to keep up. I dislike her use of conflict because it has too much going on.
February 3, 2017
This book was one wild ride! It is shocking from cover to cover. There is a lot of drama, but that is why I think it is perfect for teenagers because most of them thrive on drama. Even I was pretty swept up in the drama. If I was to hand this book to a teenager, I would try to give it to someone who either enjoyed comedies, or needed to know that it can always get worse. I went through this book really fast; it was an enjoyable read.
Warnings:
Drugs: No.
Sex: Some.
R&R: No.
Language: No
Violence: No.
Warnings:
Drugs: No.
Sex: Some.
R&R: No.
Language: No
Violence: No.
June 6, 2017
I'm not sure how this book got on my to-read list, it was very random for me. It was available so I also randomly put it on my kindle for vacation. It's about a teen girl who lives with her mom, two barely older sisters, and their kids. She dreams of making it to high school graduation without getting pregnant like the rest of her family, and breaking out of white-trashed-dom. She's also dealing with issues with her crush and her best friend. I often read YA books, but this one truly is for teens. For an adult, it was ok, not bad, just a random fast read.
September 14, 2018
This book was overall pretty good. In the ned it seemed as if everything fit perfectly on why they gave certain scenes that they did, but while you read it, its confusing because its very scattered. It was very funny and made you think about things from a different perspective. I really enjoyed reading this book.
May 11, 2025
It was a really good book, there were a lot of plot twists and it constantly kept me on edge. It's a great dramatic romance, I love the relationship dynamics in this book. There wasn't a single chapter in this book that was just filler. Everything in this book had a spot and influenced the overall plot. Basically it's just a great book and incredibly fun to read and talk about.
June 26, 2017
I finished this book in less than 24 hours. It was such a cute, short read. I was laughing because although it was so outlandish, I come from an area where situations like this happen not frequent but often enough to be just kind of brushed aside. Great book when you want something quick.
August 14, 2018
Cute, romantic comedy.
October 22, 2019
Wow. Just Wow.
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January 30, 2023Just fun from start to finish. Read with a glass of sangria or a mint julep. :-)
March 30, 2023
this book was a teeny ridiculous book but it was a quick read so you get what you get. kept me entertained ha
September 7, 2021
3,5 ✨
Echt süß gemacht.
Absolutes Highlight waren der Schreibstil und der Humor, der natürlich auch davon gelebt hat, dass die Story doch sehr unrealistisch ist. Einige Dinge waren mir ein bisschen zu kindisch, aber sonst echt toll für zwischendurch
Echt süß gemacht.
Absolutes Highlight waren der Schreibstil und der Humor, der natürlich auch davon gelebt hat, dass die Story doch sehr unrealistisch ist. Einige Dinge waren mir ein bisschen zu kindisch, aber sonst echt toll für zwischendurch
March 3, 2017
This book was not my favorite, but I think some teenagers would relate to it and enjoy it. I wanted to read this book because I felt it would be a good resource for me to have read so I could later hand it to a teen going through a lot of family issues. I would recommend this book to teens dealing with pregnancy, a rough home life, being gay or having a friend who is gay, or for those who understand the difficulties in living with a large family and extended family.
In school, this could be used in literature circles. This book was very fun and entertaining to read so it would be good to use to get students more in to reading for fun.
Drugs-yes
Sex-yes
R&R-one of the characters is gay
Language-yes (some)
Violence-none
In school, this could be used in literature circles. This book was very fun and entertaining to read so it would be good to use to get students more in to reading for fun.
Drugs-yes
Sex-yes
R&R-one of the characters is gay
Language-yes (some)
Violence-none
January 14, 2014
Meine Zusammenfassung
Abbys Leben ist - ähnlich wie meins - eine Freakshow. Ihre Familie besteht aus lauter, den Männern, ohne an die Konsequenzen zu denken, den Kopf verdrehenden Dramaqueens (was ist das denn für eine Bezeichnung?) Das fängt schon bei Mona, Abbys Mom, an. Sie hat sich, nach der 2. Scheidung von Abbys Vater, den Gitarrenlehrer ihrer 18jährigen Tochter geheiratet, obwohl der zuerst Kait, ihre mittlere Tochter geschwängert und dann direkt zu ihrer älteren Tochter, Shelby, gewechselt hat bevor er zu ihr gekommen ist. Um nicht genauso zickig und (entschuldigt bitte das Wort) skandalgeil wie ihre Schwestern und eigentlich auch der ganze Rest der Familie zu werden, hat Abby einen Aktionsplan für die einzig wahre Liebe erstellt. Es gibt 5 Regeln (und eine 6. vielleicht Regel)
#1 Such dir jemand neues (mit den anderen in dem Städtchen hatten ihre Schwestern oder - schlimmer - die Mutter schon mal was)
#2 keine Altlasten (Haustiere oder Kinder etc) aus alten Beziehungen
#3 Aussehen ist nicht alles (die die jede haben können sind ja oft nicht sehr treu)
#4 Brauche ihn nicht (denn sonst bist du aufgeschmissen wenn er weg ist)
#5 besagt, dass er bereit sein muss mit Abby wegzugehen. Egal wohin, aber weg.
Doch auch wenn diese Regeln Abbys Leben leichter machen sollten, verhindern sie eigentlich nur, dass Abby das Risiko der Liebe eingeht.
Meine Meinung zu Titel Cover und Klappentext
1) Der Titel klingt zwar ganz gut und regt an das Buch aus dem Regal im Laden zu nehmen (genauso wie die Schrift in der er gedruckt ist), passt jedoch - meiner Meinung nach - erst wenn man ausreichend über ihre Monologe, die so manche Seiten des Buchs füllen, genauer nachdenkt... *Denkerblick* *wiesozurhöllehabichjetztdenkerblickgeschrieben*
2) Äh naja das Cover... Ich weiß nicht. Es sieht süß aus und alles, allerdings denke ich, dass er - genauso wie der Titel - vor allem zum auf-das-buch-aufmerksam-machen gedacht ist. Naja es funktioniert ja. Wenn mir ein kleines buchcover auf meinem handybildschirn auffällt muss es schon sehr gut gemacht sein. Wie auch immer, da ich spontan keine besseren Ideen hab... Hey... Moment mal... Hab ich doch: ich würde den Ast auf dem sie immer sitzen drauftun und irgendeinen jungen neben ein Mädchen (Abby) setzen. Der Leser kann sich dann aussuchen ob es cody oder Jackson ist.
3) Klappentext - ich find ihn eigentlich gar nicht schlecht (ogott! Ich werd doch etwa nicht zur Klappentextliebhaberin? - Bitte nicht) und hab eigentlich nicht viel hinzuzufügen.
Meine Meinung zu Inhalt Schreibstil und den Protagonisten
1) Der Inhalt, ist ein bisschen so wie die Chaosschwestern, nur für ältere. Gut rutschende, leicht zu lesende, Ferienlektüre. Perfekt, wenn man nicht so viel Zeit hat und eher leichte Literatur. Das ist aber eigentlich nicht unbedingt schlecht. Man kann ja nicht immer philosophisch denken.
2) Oh, da habe ich Inhalt und Schreibstil wohl zusammengestopft
3) Die Protagonisten - Ich weiß nicht warum aber ich finde Cody und Kait fast noch besser als Abby. Cody, weil er ein Genie ist und Kait, weil sie das genaue Gegenteil ist und mich deshalb dauernd zum lachen gebracht hat. (Ich mein, sie hätte fast ihr Baby aus dem Fenster geschmissen.) Jackson ist eigentlich auch ganz in ordnung.
Abbys Leben ist - ähnlich wie meins - eine Freakshow. Ihre Familie besteht aus lauter, den Männern, ohne an die Konsequenzen zu denken, den Kopf verdrehenden Dramaqueens (was ist das denn für eine Bezeichnung?) Das fängt schon bei Mona, Abbys Mom, an. Sie hat sich, nach der 2. Scheidung von Abbys Vater, den Gitarrenlehrer ihrer 18jährigen Tochter geheiratet, obwohl der zuerst Kait, ihre mittlere Tochter geschwängert und dann direkt zu ihrer älteren Tochter, Shelby, gewechselt hat bevor er zu ihr gekommen ist. Um nicht genauso zickig und (entschuldigt bitte das Wort) skandalgeil wie ihre Schwestern und eigentlich auch der ganze Rest der Familie zu werden, hat Abby einen Aktionsplan für die einzig wahre Liebe erstellt. Es gibt 5 Regeln (und eine 6. vielleicht Regel)
#1 Such dir jemand neues (mit den anderen in dem Städtchen hatten ihre Schwestern oder - schlimmer - die Mutter schon mal was)
#2 keine Altlasten (Haustiere oder Kinder etc) aus alten Beziehungen
#3 Aussehen ist nicht alles (die die jede haben können sind ja oft nicht sehr treu)
#4 Brauche ihn nicht (denn sonst bist du aufgeschmissen wenn er weg ist)
#5 besagt, dass er bereit sein muss mit Abby wegzugehen. Egal wohin, aber weg.
Doch auch wenn diese Regeln Abbys Leben leichter machen sollten, verhindern sie eigentlich nur, dass Abby das Risiko der Liebe eingeht.
Meine Meinung zu Titel Cover und Klappentext
1) Der Titel klingt zwar ganz gut und regt an das Buch aus dem Regal im Laden zu nehmen (genauso wie die Schrift in der er gedruckt ist), passt jedoch - meiner Meinung nach - erst wenn man ausreichend über ihre Monologe, die so manche Seiten des Buchs füllen, genauer nachdenkt... *Denkerblick* *wiesozurhöllehabichjetztdenkerblickgeschrieben*
2) Äh naja das Cover... Ich weiß nicht. Es sieht süß aus und alles, allerdings denke ich, dass er - genauso wie der Titel - vor allem zum auf-das-buch-aufmerksam-machen gedacht ist. Naja es funktioniert ja. Wenn mir ein kleines buchcover auf meinem handybildschirn auffällt muss es schon sehr gut gemacht sein. Wie auch immer, da ich spontan keine besseren Ideen hab... Hey... Moment mal... Hab ich doch: ich würde den Ast auf dem sie immer sitzen drauftun und irgendeinen jungen neben ein Mädchen (Abby) setzen. Der Leser kann sich dann aussuchen ob es cody oder Jackson ist.
3) Klappentext - ich find ihn eigentlich gar nicht schlecht (ogott! Ich werd doch etwa nicht zur Klappentextliebhaberin? - Bitte nicht) und hab eigentlich nicht viel hinzuzufügen.
Meine Meinung zu Inhalt Schreibstil und den Protagonisten
1) Der Inhalt, ist ein bisschen so wie die Chaosschwestern, nur für ältere. Gut rutschende, leicht zu lesende, Ferienlektüre. Perfekt, wenn man nicht so viel Zeit hat und eher leichte Literatur. Das ist aber eigentlich nicht unbedingt schlecht. Man kann ja nicht immer philosophisch denken.
2) Oh, da habe ich Inhalt und Schreibstil wohl zusammengestopft
3) Die Protagonisten - Ich weiß nicht warum aber ich finde Cody und Kait fast noch besser als Abby. Cody, weil er ein Genie ist und Kait, weil sie das genaue Gegenteil ist und mich deshalb dauernd zum lachen gebracht hat. (Ich mein, sie hätte fast ihr Baby aus dem Fenster geschmissen.) Jackson ist eigentlich auch ganz in ordnung.
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February 7, 2012Fancy White Trash
By: Marjetta Geerling
Published: June 2008
Genre: young adult fiction
Well for my 2nd quarter book report I read the book Fancy white trash by Marjetta Geerling. This book had a lot of drama. Like this book is about a family of 3 sisters, Shelby, and Kait, and Abby. But this isn’t just a normal family; these 3 girls are a daughter of an irresponsible mother who has divorced her husband to be with both Shelby and Kait’s ex, Steve. Well Shelby has a 3 year old daughter and Kait is pregnant which she swears is Steve’s child. But while this is all happening Abby is crushing on her best friend’s brother who is supposed to be going to college. But she doesn’t say she likes him or even loves him because she is trying to fallow these new rules she made. These rules are about starting fresh on relationships, like never to date one of her sister’s exes and not get a guy who has baggage. But Abby hasn’t got too far on these rules. Since she is in love with Jackson, her best friend’s older brother. Well Abby is the main character in this story, I think Abby is a pretty cool girl but she has a lot of drama in her life. Since she has her family and she has to try going through high school. Well this story has a lot of drama and a lot of romance.
I think the theme of this story is sometimes your mind tells you different then your heart, but follow your heart. An example of the theme, is how Abby is in love with Jackson. Jackson and her sister Kait had a thing at a party, over that past year. So Abby is scared because that means Jackson can be the father of Kait’s child. Also when Abby tries to follow her rules by dating another guy but he ends up being gay. But it was okay because her best friend Cody is gay too. So Cody ends up following his heart and tells his parents he is gay even if it means losing his car. But then Cody and Brian the new guy that Abby was going to date, well them two ends up dancing at homecoming. They told everyone they were gay at homecoming even though Cody brought a date. Those are a couple of examples of how this books theme is follow your heart.
I think that the audience of this book is young adults, or even pre teens. This book is a lot similar to another book called Alice in Charge by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor. Well they are kind of alike, in Alice in Charge there is a girl Alice who is in love with her ex Patrick just like Abby is in love with Jackson. Also another thing is that Alice is still in love with Patrick but trying to move on just like Abby. But Abby doesn’t really move on like she planned.
I feel like I have a close relationship with Abby because how she is still in love with a guy. Well I feel like I’m still in love with my ex, like I try to move on like Abby did. But it’s not as easy like it seems. This book effected me in a good way, it made me realize that it’s better to follow your heart then go for what people tell you is the right thing. I enjoyed that the story actually has happened in people’s lifes especially mine. But that is why I loved this book and if you read it you probably will too.
By: Marjetta Geerling
Published: June 2008
Genre: young adult fiction
Well for my 2nd quarter book report I read the book Fancy white trash by Marjetta Geerling. This book had a lot of drama. Like this book is about a family of 3 sisters, Shelby, and Kait, and Abby. But this isn’t just a normal family; these 3 girls are a daughter of an irresponsible mother who has divorced her husband to be with both Shelby and Kait’s ex, Steve. Well Shelby has a 3 year old daughter and Kait is pregnant which she swears is Steve’s child. But while this is all happening Abby is crushing on her best friend’s brother who is supposed to be going to college. But she doesn’t say she likes him or even loves him because she is trying to fallow these new rules she made. These rules are about starting fresh on relationships, like never to date one of her sister’s exes and not get a guy who has baggage. But Abby hasn’t got too far on these rules. Since she is in love with Jackson, her best friend’s older brother. Well Abby is the main character in this story, I think Abby is a pretty cool girl but she has a lot of drama in her life. Since she has her family and she has to try going through high school. Well this story has a lot of drama and a lot of romance.
I think the theme of this story is sometimes your mind tells you different then your heart, but follow your heart. An example of the theme, is how Abby is in love with Jackson. Jackson and her sister Kait had a thing at a party, over that past year. So Abby is scared because that means Jackson can be the father of Kait’s child. Also when Abby tries to follow her rules by dating another guy but he ends up being gay. But it was okay because her best friend Cody is gay too. So Cody ends up following his heart and tells his parents he is gay even if it means losing his car. But then Cody and Brian the new guy that Abby was going to date, well them two ends up dancing at homecoming. They told everyone they were gay at homecoming even though Cody brought a date. Those are a couple of examples of how this books theme is follow your heart.
I think that the audience of this book is young adults, or even pre teens. This book is a lot similar to another book called Alice in Charge by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor. Well they are kind of alike, in Alice in Charge there is a girl Alice who is in love with her ex Patrick just like Abby is in love with Jackson. Also another thing is that Alice is still in love with Patrick but trying to move on just like Abby. But Abby doesn’t really move on like she planned.
I feel like I have a close relationship with Abby because how she is still in love with a guy. Well I feel like I’m still in love with my ex, like I try to move on like Abby did. But it’s not as easy like it seems. This book effected me in a good way, it made me realize that it’s better to follow your heart then go for what people tell you is the right thing. I enjoyed that the story actually has happened in people’s lifes especially mine. But that is why I loved this book and if you read it you probably will too.
May 25, 2011
Ashleigh gave 4 Stars
Fancy White Trash
by Marjetta Geerling
read in May, 2011
Fancy White Trash was a very good book. If you are looking for something drama filled you should definitely read it. Not only does Abby Savage have an extremely drama filled life, but all of it remains within her family. Living life hoping to grow up nothing like your relatives is a little different and out of the ordinary after growing up in the Savage family; nothing short of what Abby wants to do though. In the chaotic life of Abby Savage, she has one sister who’s a mom, one sister who’s pregnant, and a mother who soon after becomes pregnant by the same man that Abby’s sister became pregnant with; awkward is right! The only thing that keeps Abby sane is her neighbor/ best friend Cody. The one problem with Cody that keeps Abby from crushing on him is that he’s gay. All of the immature actions of Abby’s family motivate her to create her own 5 rules for falling in love. While trying to stick to them, her past and partially present crush, Jackson, tempts her with his charm. Abby learns to listen to her heart and do what she feels is best instead of letting her emotions take control of her actions.
This book took me about two weeks to read which is an average amount of time. I really enjoyed it because it caught my interest. I like a good novel with a lot of relatable scenarios to keep me on my toes. Even though some of the story seems too crazy to be true, in reality these things sadly happen all the time. One moral I learned from this novel was to simply be grateful for my family and the things that I have because I’m sure it would be tough to live the life that Abby has to live. This book is an easy read, with a decent size font which makes the book seem to go by faster. Geerling wrote this novel in a funny, loving, yet unpredictable kind of way, pleasant to read by a young, easy-going girl.
If you choose to read this book, I can assure it you’ll find it funny and enjoyable. I gave this book 4 stars because although it caught my attention, I still have read some books considerably better than this one.
Fancy White Trash
by Marjetta Geerling
read in May, 2011
Fancy White Trash was a very good book. If you are looking for something drama filled you should definitely read it. Not only does Abby Savage have an extremely drama filled life, but all of it remains within her family. Living life hoping to grow up nothing like your relatives is a little different and out of the ordinary after growing up in the Savage family; nothing short of what Abby wants to do though. In the chaotic life of Abby Savage, she has one sister who’s a mom, one sister who’s pregnant, and a mother who soon after becomes pregnant by the same man that Abby’s sister became pregnant with; awkward is right! The only thing that keeps Abby sane is her neighbor/ best friend Cody. The one problem with Cody that keeps Abby from crushing on him is that he’s gay. All of the immature actions of Abby’s family motivate her to create her own 5 rules for falling in love. While trying to stick to them, her past and partially present crush, Jackson, tempts her with his charm. Abby learns to listen to her heart and do what she feels is best instead of letting her emotions take control of her actions.
This book took me about two weeks to read which is an average amount of time. I really enjoyed it because it caught my interest. I like a good novel with a lot of relatable scenarios to keep me on my toes. Even though some of the story seems too crazy to be true, in reality these things sadly happen all the time. One moral I learned from this novel was to simply be grateful for my family and the things that I have because I’m sure it would be tough to live the life that Abby has to live. This book is an easy read, with a decent size font which makes the book seem to go by faster. Geerling wrote this novel in a funny, loving, yet unpredictable kind of way, pleasant to read by a young, easy-going girl.
If you choose to read this book, I can assure it you’ll find it funny and enjoyable. I gave this book 4 stars because although it caught my attention, I still have read some books considerably better than this one.
June 16, 2011
After reading Hate List, I needed a little fun in my literary life. Fancy White Trash was just the ticket!
Abby is a not-so-normal girl from a not-so-normal family, growing up in a not-so-normal home. But then again, what is normal? If normal is a sandwich, this girl's is a burnt grilled cheese! Even though life has thrown her multiple curve balls (two sisters, both experienced/experiencing teenage pregnancy; A mom who can't seem to accept that she's not a hot, young thing anymore and ends up pregnant; A stepdad that is not only a guitar playing sleezeball, but also the father to two babies in the household (not saying who's); a best friend/boy-next-door with issues of his own; said best friend's brother who proclaims his love for her; and last but not least, the quest for her one true love), Abby keeps a positive attitude where many wouldn't. She's inspiring and thought-provoking and parts of her family reminded me of the people I've met in my own life.
Not only do we learn about Abby's troubles, but we also see other issues that teenagers today face such as homophobia and school bullying, something Abby and her friend Cody experience first-hand.
Other than Abby, my favorite character in this book was Cody. Scratch that, maybe it was Jackson, Cody's older brother who made me think of Jackson Rathbone...Both of the brothers provide entertainment and seriousness, both when necessary.
I would definitely recommend this book to young adults, aged 13 and older, as well as adults that need a little lighthearted fun! It is a great read and will definitely put a smile on your face!
Abby is a not-so-normal girl from a not-so-normal family, growing up in a not-so-normal home. But then again, what is normal? If normal is a sandwich, this girl's is a burnt grilled cheese! Even though life has thrown her multiple curve balls (two sisters, both experienced/experiencing teenage pregnancy; A mom who can't seem to accept that she's not a hot, young thing anymore and ends up pregnant; A stepdad that is not only a guitar playing sleezeball, but also the father to two babies in the household (not saying who's); a best friend/boy-next-door with issues of his own; said best friend's brother who proclaims his love for her; and last but not least, the quest for her one true love), Abby keeps a positive attitude where many wouldn't. She's inspiring and thought-provoking and parts of her family reminded me of the people I've met in my own life.
Not only do we learn about Abby's troubles, but we also see other issues that teenagers today face such as homophobia and school bullying, something Abby and her friend Cody experience first-hand.
Other than Abby, my favorite character in this book was Cody. Scratch that, maybe it was Jackson, Cody's older brother who made me think of Jackson Rathbone...Both of the brothers provide entertainment and seriousness, both when necessary.
I would definitely recommend this book to young adults, aged 13 and older, as well as adults that need a little lighthearted fun! It is a great read and will definitely put a smile on your face!
March 14, 2009
Abby Savage is obsessed with finding her One True Love. Thus, she developed five rules based on the many soap operas she has seen and her sisters' failed relationships. Fancy White Trash chronicles Abby and her best friend Cody as they search for love in a crazy world.
Teens (mostly girls) will instantly be attracted to the drama and romance in this book. Just like her favorite soap operas, Abby's life is full of love triangles and bizzare situations. Her sisters have each had babies too young with men who were not right for them, and her mother has done the same. To top it all off, Abby thinks her One True Love may be the father of her sister Kait's baby. The drama that surrounds the Savage sisters will keep teens hooked on this book from page one.
Fancy White Trash also incorporates a topic that may be considered controversial by some people. Abby's friend Cody is in the process of discovering that he is a homosexual. He struggles to be accepted by his classmates and even his family as he learns to accept himself. Teens who are discovering their own sexuality or who know someone who is going through a similar situation will be able to relate to Cody.
Overall, this book is a good read, although it is a little shallow. It would appeal mostly to girls as it deals a lot with romance, fashion, and soap operas. Fancy White Trash provides a good, quick read that isn't too demanding on the reader.
VOYA Codes: 3Q, 3P, S
Teens (mostly girls) will instantly be attracted to the drama and romance in this book. Just like her favorite soap operas, Abby's life is full of love triangles and bizzare situations. Her sisters have each had babies too young with men who were not right for them, and her mother has done the same. To top it all off, Abby thinks her One True Love may be the father of her sister Kait's baby. The drama that surrounds the Savage sisters will keep teens hooked on this book from page one.
Fancy White Trash also incorporates a topic that may be considered controversial by some people. Abby's friend Cody is in the process of discovering that he is a homosexual. He struggles to be accepted by his classmates and even his family as he learns to accept himself. Teens who are discovering their own sexuality or who know someone who is going through a similar situation will be able to relate to Cody.
Overall, this book is a good read, although it is a little shallow. It would appeal mostly to girls as it deals a lot with romance, fashion, and soap operas. Fancy White Trash provides a good, quick read that isn't too demanding on the reader.
VOYA Codes: 3Q, 3P, S
March 12, 2015
This book was amazing. It all started with the title. That's why I got the book in the first place... Fancy White Trash.... That is literally the best title. The other thing is you can't take this book seriously.
I literally could not put this one down. All the drama was so funny. See if you can follow: the main character is the youngest of three sisters. She is determined to NOT be like the rest of her family. Why? The middle sister is 18 and pregnant with this guy named steve's baby. Steve breaks up with middle sister to date oldest sister but when he finds out about the pregnancy he leaves. The mom gets divorced with the dad after marrying him twice. She then proceeds to marry Steve and get pregnant with his child the same time the middle child is. But Steve is having multiple affairs and ultimately runs off with the oldest daughter who leaves her three year old behind. The mom then proceeds to remarry the dad for a third time.
Now you may think I just spoiled the whole book. And kind of I did. But I read that whole plot summary going in and it just made the book better because I knew how bad the family was yet to come. Really the key to loving this book is not taking it seriously, I found it a hilarious book that's why I love it. The characters were hilarious, the plot was funny, it was a great book.
Overall, I loved this book but you CAN'T take it seriously. You aren't supposed to!
Until the next hilarious book I read, don't... Be like them... Really.
I literally could not put this one down. All the drama was so funny. See if you can follow: the main character is the youngest of three sisters. She is determined to NOT be like the rest of her family. Why? The middle sister is 18 and pregnant with this guy named steve's baby. Steve breaks up with middle sister to date oldest sister but when he finds out about the pregnancy he leaves. The mom gets divorced with the dad after marrying him twice. She then proceeds to marry Steve and get pregnant with his child the same time the middle child is. But Steve is having multiple affairs and ultimately runs off with the oldest daughter who leaves her three year old behind. The mom then proceeds to remarry the dad for a third time.
Now you may think I just spoiled the whole book. And kind of I did. But I read that whole plot summary going in and it just made the book better because I knew how bad the family was yet to come. Really the key to loving this book is not taking it seriously, I found it a hilarious book that's why I love it. The characters were hilarious, the plot was funny, it was a great book.
Overall, I loved this book but you CAN'T take it seriously. You aren't supposed to!
Until the next hilarious book I read, don't... Be like them... Really.
May 26, 2016
This is real life right here.
First of all, I can't help but feel a bit of sympathy towards Abby as she's so scared to love again. Heck, she's scared to love. Period. But it's a bit funny to see how she struggles to get her feelings under check all the time, especially around Jackson.
And those rules...I can see where they're coming from, but they're pretty much a blockade for any physical and romantic relationship for her. She needs to kind of chill. Seriously. Breathe, Abby, breathe. Life is full of mistakes and regrets, and she needs to accept that. Besides, hasn't she already learned a few tips on what NOT to do from her sisters?
Speaking about them, good for Kait! Gustavo was a good choice, my friend. And thank goodness Jackson isn't the father; I hope the two get married and stay together for the rest of their lives. And good luck to lil' Steph!
Let's not forget about the mom and dad! This is their...what, third time? Fourth? Well, that's sad. They need to learn to love each other in a realistic way, not have some sort of fling that they believe is love. Illusions aren't a good foundation towards a healthy marriage, or for any relationship, in that matter.
Guitar Player and Shelby, I hate you guys so much. Please never come back. Or you know what? Shelby, get your bottom back here and be a supportive mother to Hannah. Be a little more LIKE your OWN mother. Don't leave her alone to fend for herself.
Either way, great read!
First of all, I can't help but feel a bit of sympathy towards Abby as she's so scared to love again. Heck, she's scared to love. Period. But it's a bit funny to see how she struggles to get her feelings under check all the time, especially around Jackson.
And those rules...I can see where they're coming from, but they're pretty much a blockade for any physical and romantic relationship for her. She needs to kind of chill. Seriously. Breathe, Abby, breathe. Life is full of mistakes and regrets, and she needs to accept that. Besides, hasn't she already learned a few tips on what NOT to do from her sisters?
Speaking about them, good for Kait! Gustavo was a good choice, my friend. And thank goodness Jackson isn't the father; I hope the two get married and stay together for the rest of their lives. And good luck to lil' Steph!
Let's not forget about the mom and dad! This is their...what, third time? Fourth? Well, that's sad. They need to learn to love each other in a realistic way, not have some sort of fling that they believe is love. Illusions aren't a good foundation towards a healthy marriage, or for any relationship, in that matter.
Guitar Player and Shelby, I hate you guys so much. Please never come back. Or you know what? Shelby, get your bottom back here and be a supportive mother to Hannah. Be a little more LIKE your OWN mother. Don't leave her alone to fend for herself.
Either way, great read!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 2, 2010
Fancy White Trash is a fun and cute story about Abby who thinks the way to find love is through her One True Love Plan.
I loved this book! It made me laugh, a lot! I grew up in somewhat of a small town myself, it only has 3 stoplights and I graduated with 93 people(I think that’s the right figure). The nickname of the town ended in -tuckey, I still laugh at that today. Because of this, many of this stuff reminds me of how I grew up and your typical “trailer park” situations. Can you imagine having a niece whose daddy was also her step daddy or your mom and dad having been married and divorced to each other twice?! Yep, stuff like that happens in the book and you can’t help but laugh.
The characters in this book you’ll hate, love, and love to laugh at(or with). I love how strong Abby is in this book and she doesn’t seem to let what happens with her dysfunctional family make her who she is, which is why she comes up with her “plan” to begin with. But at the same time, she loves her family even though they’re crazy at times.
I also loved the references to soap operas like Veteran’s Hospital instead of General Hospital. Abby relates many of the things that occur to her everyday life to events that happen in soap operas and it makes this book that much more fun.
If you’re in need of a laugh because you’ve had a bad day, then this is the book for you!
I loved this book! It made me laugh, a lot! I grew up in somewhat of a small town myself, it only has 3 stoplights and I graduated with 93 people(I think that’s the right figure). The nickname of the town ended in -tuckey, I still laugh at that today. Because of this, many of this stuff reminds me of how I grew up and your typical “trailer park” situations. Can you imagine having a niece whose daddy was also her step daddy or your mom and dad having been married and divorced to each other twice?! Yep, stuff like that happens in the book and you can’t help but laugh.
The characters in this book you’ll hate, love, and love to laugh at(or with). I love how strong Abby is in this book and she doesn’t seem to let what happens with her dysfunctional family make her who she is, which is why she comes up with her “plan” to begin with. But at the same time, she loves her family even though they’re crazy at times.
I also loved the references to soap operas like Veteran’s Hospital instead of General Hospital. Abby relates many of the things that occur to her everyday life to events that happen in soap operas and it makes this book that much more fun.
If you’re in need of a laugh because you’ve had a bad day, then this is the book for you!
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