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Heartbreaker Society #1
The Opposite of Ordinary
One day ago my life was pretty perfect. But a lot can change in a day.
In one day, I went from being Ashlynn Wynterland, one of the most popular girls in school to being the girl who spends lunchtime hiding out in Mr. Chester’s classroom and watching Maxon Harter and his science obsessed friends mess around with experiments. All because Queeny Harlington thinks I made out with her crush.
Queeny Harlington is the queen of Fareland high. And up until a day ago, she was my best friend. Now she’s my worst enemy who’s threatening to tell the entire school all of my secrets.
Being the friendless, social outcast has its downsides. So, when Maxon Harter invites me to hang out with him and his mad scientist friends, I accept his offer, even though they all seem to despise me. Which is fine. Sort of…
The truth is I’ve always thought Maxon was cute in a weirdly unordinary way. And the more I get to know him, the more I find myself crushing on him badly. Which makes me wonder if I’ve always been a weirdly unordinary kind of girl, but was too afraid to admit it.
But when Queeny decides to tell everyone my darkest secret of all, I doubt Maxon and my new friends will accept me anymore. I need to stop her, and the only way to do that may be to figure out who made up the rumor that I kissed her crush.
In one day, I went from being Ashlynn Wynterland, one of the most popular girls in school to being the girl who spends lunchtime hiding out in Mr. Chester’s classroom and watching Maxon Harter and his science obsessed friends mess around with experiments. All because Queeny Harlington thinks I made out with her crush.
Queeny Harlington is the queen of Fareland high. And up until a day ago, she was my best friend. Now she’s my worst enemy who’s threatening to tell the entire school all of my secrets.
Being the friendless, social outcast has its downsides. So, when Maxon Harter invites me to hang out with him and his mad scientist friends, I accept his offer, even though they all seem to despise me. Which is fine. Sort of…
The truth is I’ve always thought Maxon was cute in a weirdly unordinary way. And the more I get to know him, the more I find myself crushing on him badly. Which makes me wonder if I’ve always been a weirdly unordinary kind of girl, but was too afraid to admit it.
But when Queeny decides to tell everyone my darkest secret of all, I doubt Maxon and my new friends will accept me anymore. I need to stop her, and the only way to do that may be to figure out who made up the rumor that I kissed her crush.
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First published October 16, 2016
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February 2, 2017
**3.75 Stars**
Let's be real, without Clove (and Ash's brother, Lucky), this would have been a 3 star book. I think this is the first time I've had a book crush on a secondary character.
Let's be real, without Clove (and Ash's brother, Lucky), this would have been a 3 star book. I think this is the first time I've had a book crush on a secondary character.
November 18, 2016
Free with Kindle Unlimited. This was my first book by JS and I really picked a winner! There were some minor grammatical errors, which could easily be cleaned up. Stuff like plural being conjugated like singular and vice versa, which was an annoying repeat error throughout.
Super cute YA story about the fall of a popular girl and her experience finding real friendship. There might be a hot 'n' nerdy boy next door that Ashlynn (dubbed Asslynn by the mean kids) has had a secret crush on since 5th grade. Their bedroom windows are facing and she's guilty of spying. It's just watching Max build experimental gadgets, so she hopes that makes her less of a creep.
Ash did some mean stuff when she was one of the Queen Bee's minions and she's trying to right some wrongs and become a better person. Her family was awesome. There's her newly acquired friend, Clove, (also Max's BFF), who was by far the funniest character. Fun quickie read.
Super cute YA story about the fall of a popular girl and her experience finding real friendship. There might be a hot 'n' nerdy boy next door that Ashlynn (dubbed Asslynn by the mean kids) has had a secret crush on since 5th grade. Their bedroom windows are facing and she's guilty of spying. It's just watching Max build experimental gadgets, so she hopes that makes her less of a creep.
Ash did some mean stuff when she was one of the Queen Bee's minions and she's trying to right some wrongs and become a better person. Her family was awesome. There's her newly acquired friend, Clove, (also Max's BFF), who was by far the funniest character. Fun quickie read.
November 5, 2016
The Opposite of Ordinary by Jessica Sorensen was such an enjoyable read. I was instantly pulled into the story and could not put it down once I started it. I'm always fascinated by Jessica's stories and this was no exception.
The Opposite of Ordinary will push all your boundaries because it makes you feel like you're in high school again. It is so easy to relate to. But it is also such a sweet, heart-pounding, romantic, yet cute story that leaves you with a smile.
This book will forever stay with me. I loved it that much.
Ashlynn is such a pleasant character. I felt so bad for her when the book began. I was so happy to watch her grow into the person she was meant to be and that through each page, she stood up for herself and those she began to care for. Then you meet Maxon. Oh be still my heart, he owned it. The boy is honest, caring, and shows Ashlynn that no matter what, she has someone on her side. I loved, loved, loved his character. His and Ashlynn's love blossoming will leave you with butterflies in your stomach. It's such a gem of a book.
I give The Opposite of Ordinary by Jessica Sorensen FIVE out of FIVE BREATH OF FRESH AIR STARS!
The Opposite of Ordinary will push all your boundaries because it makes you feel like you're in high school again. It is so easy to relate to. But it is also such a sweet, heart-pounding, romantic, yet cute story that leaves you with a smile.
This book will forever stay with me. I loved it that much.
Ashlynn is such a pleasant character. I felt so bad for her when the book began. I was so happy to watch her grow into the person she was meant to be and that through each page, she stood up for herself and those she began to care for. Then you meet Maxon. Oh be still my heart, he owned it. The boy is honest, caring, and shows Ashlynn that no matter what, she has someone on her side. I loved, loved, loved his character. His and Ashlynn's love blossoming will leave you with butterflies in your stomach. It's such a gem of a book.
I give The Opposite of Ordinary by Jessica Sorensen FIVE out of FIVE BREATH OF FRESH AIR STARS!
October 17, 2016
A fun YA book by Jessica Sorensen!
4.5 stars
4.5 stars
August 24, 2017
Ondanks dat dit boek (denk ik) voor wat jonger publiek is weggelegd, vond ik het toch leuk om 'm gelezen te hebben. Het was een beetje een mix van Cruel Intentions en Mean Girls, en laat Cruel Intentions nou één van mijn favoriete films zijn :-).
"Keep your friends close and your enemies closer."
Voor de buitenwereld is Ash de populaire meid met een hecht vriendenclubje en het leukste vriendje van school Voor Ash is het meer onzekerheid, want ondanks dat ze niet gelukkig is, doet ze nare dingen om maar bij het groepje te kunnen blijven. Op een dag gaat er een sappige roddel over Ash door school heen en dit betekent het einde tussen de vrienschap van Ash en Queeny, waardoor Ash van "prinses" ineens naar "loser" gedropped wordt...
De schrijfstijl is gemakkelijk en laat je meevloeien met het verhaal. Er mist alleen wel enige diepte en het einde had van mij veel, véél bitchy-er gemogen. Echt véél meer! Nu vond ik het een beetje duf en eigenlijk niet af. Het schijnt dat haar twee boeken The Liar & The Deal hetzelfde verhaal bevatten als The Opposite van Ordinary, alleen dan met een ander einde. Misschien dat ik het einde daar nog eens van lees. Al met al was dit zeker niet vervelend weglezen, alleen heb ik dus het idee dat het niet af is en daardoor 2,5*.
"Keep your friends close and your enemies closer."
Voor de buitenwereld is Ash de populaire meid met een hecht vriendenclubje en het leukste vriendje van school Voor Ash is het meer onzekerheid, want ondanks dat ze niet gelukkig is, doet ze nare dingen om maar bij het groepje te kunnen blijven. Op een dag gaat er een sappige roddel over Ash door school heen en dit betekent het einde tussen de vrienschap van Ash en Queeny, waardoor Ash van "prinses" ineens naar "loser" gedropped wordt...
De schrijfstijl is gemakkelijk en laat je meevloeien met het verhaal. Er mist alleen wel enige diepte en het einde had van mij veel, véél bitchy-er gemogen. Echt véél meer! Nu vond ik het een beetje duf en eigenlijk niet af. Het schijnt dat haar twee boeken The Liar & The Deal hetzelfde verhaal bevatten als The Opposite van Ordinary, alleen dan met een ander einde. Misschien dat ik het einde daar nog eens van lees. Al met al was dit zeker niet vervelend weglezen, alleen heb ik dus het idee dat het niet af is en daardoor 2,5*.
June 7, 2017
Full disclosure: I'm not a teenager so take my review with a grain of salt. Having said that, I do read a lot of YA and thoroughly enjoy authors like Niven and Nelson. So let's dive right in...
We have to start with the names. Srsly? One odd name in a book can be annoying but this book is chock full of them (and not just first names): Ashlynn, Clove, Lucky, Maxon, Kinslee, Huntley, Queeny (yes, you read that one right--the villain aka Queen Bee is called Queeny. I guess her parents didn't like her either). Come on! You can have odd names if you establish a valid reason (ala Nelson in her novel set in a hippie 60's town) but even then you should do so judiciously and for good reason like plot necessity or character development.
Moving along, the voice in this book was entirely too juvenile for me. Perhaps I prefer my YA's to be more self aware or to at least not utter the frequently inane comments produced by this MC. (I still cringe at the remark she made just before eating the Snickers bar. And if she said "tummy" one more time...) The tone and voice felt more MG than YA for me and I never quite got past that (or the ridiculous names).
As for the MC, I never connected with her enough to care about her fate. I found Ashlynn to be incredibly one-dimensional and shallow, about as uninteresting as a paper doll. Her MG-ish voice and antics made it challenging to take her predicament seriously; I never really felt like she was actually being bullied or in any emotional pain. I never took her seriously as a character.
In short, she's dumped by her former BFF and we're *told* that she changes overnight, or rather, the real Ashlynn that she had to suppress while under Queeny's thumb magically emerges like a butterfly from a chrysalis minus all the stages that usually requires. There's no growth, there's no real struggle with her transformation. (Clarissa was a far more interesting character as was Gabby for that matter.)
The dialogue was problematic for me throughout this novel. At times awkward and often borderline ridiculous, it never quite felt authentic.
I gave this book two stars for the added family drama and challenges.
The premise of this book boils down to--girl dumped by BFF because it's rumored she kissed the guy the BFF wants to hook up with. Girl hopes she can ID source of rumor, disprove it, and mend fences with evil BFF. There's not much you can do with this to make it interesting or believable, IMO, as it lacks substance and depth, as do the characters for that matter.
We have to start with the names. Srsly? One odd name in a book can be annoying but this book is chock full of them (and not just first names): Ashlynn, Clove, Lucky, Maxon, Kinslee, Huntley, Queeny (yes, you read that one right--the villain aka Queen Bee is called Queeny. I guess her parents didn't like her either). Come on! You can have odd names if you establish a valid reason (ala Nelson in her novel set in a hippie 60's town) but even then you should do so judiciously and for good reason like plot necessity or character development.
Moving along, the voice in this book was entirely too juvenile for me. Perhaps I prefer my YA's to be more self aware or to at least not utter the frequently inane comments produced by this MC. (I still cringe at the remark she made just before eating the Snickers bar. And if she said "tummy" one more time...) The tone and voice felt more MG than YA for me and I never quite got past that (or the ridiculous names).
As for the MC, I never connected with her enough to care about her fate. I found Ashlynn to be incredibly one-dimensional and shallow, about as uninteresting as a paper doll. Her MG-ish voice and antics made it challenging to take her predicament seriously; I never really felt like she was actually being bullied or in any emotional pain. I never took her seriously as a character.
In short, she's dumped by her former BFF and we're *told* that she changes overnight, or rather, the real Ashlynn that she had to suppress while under Queeny's thumb magically emerges like a butterfly from a chrysalis minus all the stages that usually requires. There's no growth, there's no real struggle with her transformation. (Clarissa was a far more interesting character as was Gabby for that matter.)
The dialogue was problematic for me throughout this novel. At times awkward and often borderline ridiculous, it never quite felt authentic.
I gave this book two stars for the added family drama and challenges.
The premise of this book boils down to--girl dumped by BFF because it's rumored she kissed the guy the BFF wants to hook up with. Girl hopes she can ID source of rumor, disprove it, and mend fences with evil BFF. There's not much you can do with this to make it interesting or believable, IMO, as it lacks substance and depth, as do the characters for that matter.
June 16, 2018
Frenemies……former friends that become enemies. Those enemies are the ones that can break the pedestal that you formerly stood upon. For Ashlynn Wynterland – the reality that she has fallen from ‘grace’ is at the forefront of her daily existence. One day she hung with the popular crowd, the next Ashlynn finds herself the spectacle of gossip.
Queeny Harlington is at the top of the pyramid chain. The girl that can make or break your social status. Once a friend to Ashlynn, Queeny has decided to unleash her wrath. After making up tales about Ashlynn that causes her boyfriend to break up with her, Queeny is determined to make the fall from grace even harder. With the threat of Queeny releasing Ashlynn’s deepest darkest secrets, each day is a new type of torture.
As the current outcast in the school, Ashlynn quickly discovers that there are some people who are there for you even when you are at your lowest point in life. Maxon and Clove are anything but ordinary….both living just down the road from Ashlynn. The two lead a ‘band of misfits’ that are the smartest kids in the school. While Maxon and Clove welcome Ashlynn into the group, the others are not so quick to forget the past. Each possessing their own reason for keeping Ashlynn on the outside looking in on the group.
There is one secret Queeny is holding over Ashlynn and it is a doozy. One that threatens the new friendships that have grown. With Ashlynn having more than platonic feelings for Maxon, their friendship means more than anyone could have imagined. Now that Queeny is ready to release another blow to Ashlynn’s social life, nothing will remain the same. Will the revelation destroy everything ?? Can Ashlynn’s new friendships survive the turmoil that is yet to come?
Opposite of Ordinary is a revised edition of The Opposite of Ordinary. It’s a journey about teenage drama, deception, and picking up your life during your hardest days. Ashlynn wasn’t always perfect, but she has certainly tried to find a way to pick up the pieces after losing the circle of ‘friends’ that she use to hang out with. Ashlynn definitely has a humorous side, and Maxon definitely has a charm about him that is just waiting to blossom. With Clove rounding out the trio, anything could happen!! There is certainly more waiting in the wings in Fareland……can’t wait to see what unfolds next!
Queeny Harlington is at the top of the pyramid chain. The girl that can make or break your social status. Once a friend to Ashlynn, Queeny has decided to unleash her wrath. After making up tales about Ashlynn that causes her boyfriend to break up with her, Queeny is determined to make the fall from grace even harder. With the threat of Queeny releasing Ashlynn’s deepest darkest secrets, each day is a new type of torture.
As the current outcast in the school, Ashlynn quickly discovers that there are some people who are there for you even when you are at your lowest point in life. Maxon and Clove are anything but ordinary….both living just down the road from Ashlynn. The two lead a ‘band of misfits’ that are the smartest kids in the school. While Maxon and Clove welcome Ashlynn into the group, the others are not so quick to forget the past. Each possessing their own reason for keeping Ashlynn on the outside looking in on the group.
There is one secret Queeny is holding over Ashlynn and it is a doozy. One that threatens the new friendships that have grown. With Ashlynn having more than platonic feelings for Maxon, their friendship means more than anyone could have imagined. Now that Queeny is ready to release another blow to Ashlynn’s social life, nothing will remain the same. Will the revelation destroy everything ?? Can Ashlynn’s new friendships survive the turmoil that is yet to come?
Opposite of Ordinary is a revised edition of The Opposite of Ordinary. It’s a journey about teenage drama, deception, and picking up your life during your hardest days. Ashlynn wasn’t always perfect, but she has certainly tried to find a way to pick up the pieces after losing the circle of ‘friends’ that she use to hang out with. Ashlynn definitely has a humorous side, and Maxon definitely has a charm about him that is just waiting to blossom. With Clove rounding out the trio, anything could happen!! There is certainly more waiting in the wings in Fareland……can’t wait to see what unfolds next!
April 14, 2017
3.5 Stars
January 31, 2017
This was honestly want of those books that you just can't stop reading. These characters just stick with you. I really liked the honesty of the main character. Not that she's honest all the time, but she tries to fix what she's done and that takes some major guts and bravery at different times in the story. I'll definitely check out the rest of the series!
March 24, 2017
Tipikal, tai karakter Maxon nya tu bikin melting xD
March 27, 2017
I liked this book but the level of drama was too much. I don't know if its the fact that I'm from another country but if the schools in the US are like what we see here or in movies and other books I'm happy I'm not there.
Another thing I don't like too much is the drama at the end. This book could've ended with Ash and Maxon HEA but no, more drama was added and now we have to wait til book two to figure it out and this is very recurrent on this author. I enjoy her books but series are not always best.
Another thing I don't like too much is the drama at the end. This book could've ended with Ash and Maxon HEA but no, more drama was added and now we have to wait til book two to figure it out and this is very recurrent on this author. I enjoy her books but series are not always best.
January 26, 2020
WHY do I keep gravitating towards these mediocre books?! Oh that’s right, cuz I’m planning a wedding and too poor to buy all the cool new $10 books. *le sigh*
Ashlynn’s life is spiraling out of control; her best friend, well ex-bestfriend, thinks she hooked up with her crush and now she’s out for blood. In trying to put her life back together, Ashlynn rediscovers Maxon, her super cute neighbor who she’s had a crush on since middle school.
The story wasn’t awful, but it wasn’t good either. Nothing really happened, there was just a lot of the ex bf threatening to ruin Ashlynn’s life by spreading a juvenile rumor and Ashlynn freaking our about it, all while trying to put the moves on Maxon.
The end.
Ashlynn’s life is spiraling out of control; her best friend, well ex-bestfriend, thinks she hooked up with her crush and now she’s out for blood. In trying to put her life back together, Ashlynn rediscovers Maxon, her super cute neighbor who she’s had a crush on since middle school.
The story wasn’t awful, but it wasn’t good either. Nothing really happened, there was just a lot of the ex bf threatening to ruin Ashlynn’s life by spreading a juvenile rumor and Ashlynn freaking our about it, all while trying to put the moves on Maxon.
The end.
April 1, 2017
Really enjoyed this book. I thought Queeny was a little over the top, but I never dealt with a "mean girl" in HS, and she seems to be the ultimate mean girl. Clove was hilarious. Looking forward to more books in this series.
October 23, 2018
OMG I loved it! This was so cute!
And I may be a little in love with Clove. OMG he was so cute, sweet, fun and charming! Needless to say he was my favorite character in the book.
I also like Max a lot. So cute!
I feel so sad the book ended. I want more!
And I may be a little in love with Clove. OMG he was so cute, sweet, fun and charming! Needless to say he was my favorite character in the book.
I also like Max a lot. So cute!
I feel so sad the book ended. I want more!
April 15, 2017
Not my favorite from JS
I didn't "love" the characters as much in this book & found some of the story choppy. Not my favorite
I didn't "love" the characters as much in this book & found some of the story choppy. Not my favorite
June 18, 2018
Great read
This was a great read. The story pulls you in from the beginning and doesn't let you go. I can't wait for the next book.
This was a great read. The story pulls you in from the beginning and doesn't let you go. I can't wait for the next book.
August 21, 2017
Such a great story!
I love the nerd with the socialite romance!! It was a beyond sweet and hilarious adventure! The imagery sucks you right into the story too!
I love the nerd with the socialite romance!! It was a beyond sweet and hilarious adventure! The imagery sucks you right into the story too!
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December 31, 2016**5 Boundless Stars** Full Review and rating will be up on Boundless Book Reviews
February 6, 2017
Gushing alert...<3 <3
I know this might be a cliche YA for most, but I totally loved it. Aside from the fact that I like most of Jessica Sorensen's books, her YA stories like Confessions of Kleptomaniac & Rules of a Rebel & a Shy Girl really made me happy. I thought Confessions would be my ultimate fave, but this book came up!
Given with the fabulous cover it has, The Opposite of Ordinary was something truly amazing inside and out. Yes, it deals with fairly petty things consider its setting is in high school, but it felt real for them.
Ashlynn might as well have fallen flat on her face literally. Her social status from being one of the popular girls took a deep dive to being the laughingstock. It's all because of a rumor that made her so-called best friend queen bee hate her. It was only until then that she realized she lacked the backbone all her life in school.
The only people who don't seem to mind talking to her are the other outcasts. I say other because not all of them seem to be on the same side. The irony is these people are also the very ones who were her victims when she was an honorary slave of Queeny.
It's only been a few hours that turned into days when Ashlynn realized they're not so bad; if anything, they're much better than her old crowd. Plus, being friends with her Science nerd neighbor Maxon Harter doesn't hurt. Oh Maxon, how can people think he's a loser with that brain and face. If the charm from his intelligence and appeal from his looks aren't enough, he also has that amazing name to boot. And he's definitely immune to Queeny's jibes.
It may seem too staged for others about Ashlynn & Maxon's connection, but I adored them both. It was so cute how the 2 of them met, and things were going so well when it resumed. And here I gotta acknowledge Clove for his cleverness. He's awesome when it comes to matchmaking and proving his points.
Maxon & Ashlynn, wow. I know this is a stand-alone, but I'd love to read more about them when Heartbreaker Society releases.
I know this might be a cliche YA for most, but I totally loved it. Aside from the fact that I like most of Jessica Sorensen's books, her YA stories like Confessions of Kleptomaniac & Rules of a Rebel & a Shy Girl really made me happy. I thought Confessions would be my ultimate fave, but this book came up!
Given with the fabulous cover it has, The Opposite of Ordinary was something truly amazing inside and out. Yes, it deals with fairly petty things consider its setting is in high school, but it felt real for them.
Ashlynn might as well have fallen flat on her face literally. Her social status from being one of the popular girls took a deep dive to being the laughingstock. It's all because of a rumor that made her so-called best friend queen bee hate her. It was only until then that she realized she lacked the backbone all her life in school.
The only people who don't seem to mind talking to her are the other outcasts. I say other because not all of them seem to be on the same side. The irony is these people are also the very ones who were her victims when she was an honorary slave of Queeny.
It's only been a few hours that turned into days when Ashlynn realized they're not so bad; if anything, they're much better than her old crowd. Plus, being friends with her Science nerd neighbor Maxon Harter doesn't hurt. Oh Maxon, how can people think he's a loser with that brain and face. If the charm from his intelligence and appeal from his looks aren't enough, he also has that amazing name to boot. And he's definitely immune to Queeny's jibes.
It may seem too staged for others about Ashlynn & Maxon's connection, but I adored them both. It was so cute how the 2 of them met, and things were going so well when it resumed. And here I gotta acknowledge Clove for his cleverness. He's awesome when it comes to matchmaking and proving his points.
Maxon & Ashlynn, wow. I know this is a stand-alone, but I'd love to read more about them when Heartbreaker Society releases.
October 21, 2016
Jessica Sorensen is the queen of YA romances and this is just another example of why she rocks at writing these stories.
The Opposite of Ordinary is very sweet and heartwarming read. The overall point of the story is very endearing and speaks about issues in high schools all over the world - fitting in and being accepted for who you are.
Ashlynn is someone struggling to find her place. She's very much a follower and has a hard time sticking up for herself. And that's how she finds herself being the ridicule of rumors and jokes once again.
Maxon was there for Ashlynn when she got her first glimpse of being picked on back in they're early middle school years. And ever since, Maxon has had a crush on her but never acted or said anything.
Unbeknownst to Maxon, Ashlynn reciprocated those feelings but she too kept quite - but for different reasons. She was part of the popular crowd now and Maxon was still the geeky nerd. Until she found herself being an outcast. And that's only part of this amazing book!
I love Maxon - he's got to be the sweetest and most endearing character ever. He doesn't hold grudges and doesn't allow what others say or think about it, affect who he is. If anything, it only makes him stronger in himself.
I love how Jessica played out everything in this story. These characters were very realistic and you find yourself wanting to get to know them all even more. I do hope to see a few other books in the future about a few of these secondary characters.
I love how Jessica always incorporates some sort of moral lesson in her YA standalone novels. She may not try, but they are there. I highly recommend her books to anyone.
The Opposite of Ordinary is very sweet and heartwarming read. The overall point of the story is very endearing and speaks about issues in high schools all over the world - fitting in and being accepted for who you are.
Ashlynn is someone struggling to find her place. She's very much a follower and has a hard time sticking up for herself. And that's how she finds herself being the ridicule of rumors and jokes once again.
Maxon was there for Ashlynn when she got her first glimpse of being picked on back in they're early middle school years. And ever since, Maxon has had a crush on her but never acted or said anything.
Unbeknownst to Maxon, Ashlynn reciprocated those feelings but she too kept quite - but for different reasons. She was part of the popular crowd now and Maxon was still the geeky nerd. Until she found herself being an outcast. And that's only part of this amazing book!
I love Maxon - he's got to be the sweetest and most endearing character ever. He doesn't hold grudges and doesn't allow what others say or think about it, affect who he is. If anything, it only makes him stronger in himself.
I love how Jessica played out everything in this story. These characters were very realistic and you find yourself wanting to get to know them all even more. I do hope to see a few other books in the future about a few of these secondary characters.
I love how Jessica always incorporates some sort of moral lesson in her YA standalone novels. She may not try, but they are there. I highly recommend her books to anyone.
February 12, 2017
If you liked Mean Girls...
So I liked the story for the most part, but it definitely had a lot of juvenile elements to it (but hey it is a book about teenagers - I juts prefer my teenagers to be "unordinarily" mature).
Maxon really is beyond sweet and perfect and I love the way the story promotes the nice guy instead of the school heart throb. I loved all the parts about their developing relationship and Ash's self discovery. With the recent release of Riverdale on The CW, I totally pictured Cole Sprouse's Jughead look for Maxon. (The uncool loner guy vs the jock, yet I think Jughead's character is way hotter).
What I didn't care much for was the whole Heartbreakers Society storyline. I was really worried that Ash would fall in with them and join some crazy scheme instead of solving things the mature way. The Heartbreakers scheme just seems like the same stuff Queeny pulls. (And btw, what is up with their ridiculous names? The Queen B happens to be named Queeny and the pot smoker is named Clove? And her brother is Lucky?) I was so glad that Ash did the right thing and fixed things instead of trying to really sabotage Queeny and causing more trouble. Finally, I didn't like the cryptic ending message that was just taking things too far.
So all in all, it wasn't bad, but I guess it only really appeals to actual teenagers and the Gossip Girl crowd.
So I liked the story for the most part, but it definitely had a lot of juvenile elements to it (but hey it is a book about teenagers - I juts prefer my teenagers to be "unordinarily" mature).
Maxon really is beyond sweet and perfect and I love the way the story promotes the nice guy instead of the school heart throb. I loved all the parts about their developing relationship and Ash's self discovery. With the recent release of Riverdale on The CW, I totally pictured Cole Sprouse's Jughead look for Maxon. (The uncool loner guy vs the jock, yet I think Jughead's character is way hotter).
What I didn't care much for was the whole Heartbreakers Society storyline. I was really worried that Ash would fall in with them and join some crazy scheme instead of solving things the mature way. The Heartbreakers scheme just seems like the same stuff Queeny pulls. (And btw, what is up with their ridiculous names? The Queen B happens to be named Queeny and the pot smoker is named Clove? And her brother is Lucky?) I was so glad that Ash did the right thing and fixed things instead of trying to really sabotage Queeny and causing more trouble. Finally, I didn't like the cryptic ending message that was just taking things too far.
So all in all, it wasn't bad, but I guess it only really appeals to actual teenagers and the Gossip Girl crowd.
February 5, 2017
The Opposite of Ordinary, is really about a girl trying to find herself again. After getting dis-friended by the Queen (you know what) in high school.
I actually really liked Ashlynn. I loved seeing her growth through out this story. The chemistry between her and Maxon was very real to me.
Sorenson, has written a ton of books. I’ve only had the pleasure of reading only a few. But each time, she brings these characters to life. She has a way of pulling at your heartstrings. I did tear up reading this story, especially when Ashlynn had to deal with the consequences of her actions.
The characters were very likable through out this story, especially Clove. I would love to see a story, with just him. He was an interesting character. There are also the unlikable characters. But in the end, the unlikable ones really did get what they deserved.
Overall, I give this story Five Boundless Stars. It had great characters, character development, and it pulled at my heartstrings.
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I actually really liked Ashlynn. I loved seeing her growth through out this story. The chemistry between her and Maxon was very real to me.
Sorenson, has written a ton of books. I’ve only had the pleasure of reading only a few. But each time, she brings these characters to life. She has a way of pulling at your heartstrings. I did tear up reading this story, especially when Ashlynn had to deal with the consequences of her actions.
The characters were very likable through out this story, especially Clove. I would love to see a story, with just him. He was an interesting character. There are also the unlikable characters. But in the end, the unlikable ones really did get what they deserved.
Overall, I give this story Five Boundless Stars. It had great characters, character development, and it pulled at my heartstrings.
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February 4, 2017
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I liked Max. He's so sweet. I adored Clove. He is smart, funny, thoughtful and warm. Ash grew on me. I did like her taste in music. Her life choices ehhhh not so much. It's a decent coming of age story. Ash should have confessed sooner, but she made amends. Queeny is someone foreign to my high school experience and I am exceedingly thankful.
The Heartbreaker Society is a twisted concept. Clarissa should definitely be careful. This is a stand-alone book. Oh l, it's also free on Kindle Unlimited. Happy reading!
I liked Max. He's so sweet. I adored Clove. He is smart, funny, thoughtful and warm. Ash grew on me. I did like her taste in music. Her life choices ehhhh not so much. It's a decent coming of age story. Ash should have confessed sooner, but she made amends. Queeny is someone foreign to my high school experience and I am exceedingly thankful.
The Heartbreaker Society is a twisted concept. Clarissa should definitely be careful. This is a stand-alone book. Oh l, it's also free on Kindle Unlimited. Happy reading!
October 24, 2016
Just "ok"
This was a cute, quick read. Not a lot of substance to the plot and I'm not sure this should have been a series, but I guess it is. I liked the heroine/hero chemistry but like I said this book isn't deep, just a bubble gum read for when you are looking for something light.
This was a cute, quick read. Not a lot of substance to the plot and I'm not sure this should have been a series, but I guess it is. I liked the heroine/hero chemistry but like I said this book isn't deep, just a bubble gum read for when you are looking for something light.
February 27, 2017
THIS WAS A GREAT READ!
Rarely do i truly enjoy being in thd protagonists head. But Ash was great! Lovef her humor and her weird side. Maxon (in my head it was always maxton... dunno why) was a sweetheart and his friends soo lovable! I was kept guessing with the twists and mystery. Really hope their is a second book.
Rarely do i truly enjoy being in thd protagonists head. But Ash was great! Lovef her humor and her weird side. Maxon (in my head it was always maxton... dunno why) was a sweetheart and his friends soo lovable! I was kept guessing with the twists and mystery. Really hope their is a second book.
June 2, 2019
Avant hier, je n’avais jamais entendu parler de ce livre. Pourtant, c’est une romance bien sympa, parfois un peu niaise et prévisible, mais exactement ce dont j’avais besoin en ce moment ! Les deux personnages sont mignons et drôles. Ce n’est pas le livre du siècle, mais il fait passer un bon moment de détente.
October 21, 2016
This is cute! High school feels.
February 5, 2017
Sweet 3.5 stars
A bit predictable, but good characters. Not as unique as I hoped. mean girl plus gossip girl. Clove and Max were adorable.
A bit predictable, but good characters. Not as unique as I hoped. mean girl plus gossip girl. Clove and Max were adorable.
November 23, 2018
So poorly written I can hardly believe it’s not a joke. I finished this book out of sheer stubbornness.
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