A Shore Thing
By Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi
Yes, I actually read this book. Don't judge me.
At the same time, don't expect much from this "book" either. Not that you probably did anyway, if you even planned on reading it. The good news though is that, because I didn't expect a tale told by a literary genius, I wasn't that disappointed by it.
I read a lot of trashy books to begin with, and this one pretty much fits the mold of the rest. The main character is very obviously based on Snooki and most of it is just ramblings about how she's awesome because she's tons of fun and doesn't care what anyone thinks.
The problem with this is that it might actually do the entire cast of Jersey Shore some good to care what other people think... even if its only for a minute. That being said, I know support they're stupidity, obnoxiousness, complete lack of self-respect, "lifestyle" by obsessively watching their show every week, so I don't really have much room to be lecturing. But I can't help it, its entertaining. And hey, if entertainment has gotten this low-brow, whatever. It gives me something to look forward to on Thursday, which would otherwise be a completely depressing, worthless day.
The point is: The book is all right, I guess. The whole thing is pretty much about how awesome Gia/Snooki is and its pretty poorly written, but I bought it, right? So whose the asshole now? And anyway, I read it during finals week and it made for a nice temporary escape.
The question you should really be worried about, though, is: "WHERE'S THE BEACH?!" It's obviously not in Pittsburgh, because its still snowing here!
Also, the Lady Gaga pics/videos are coming soon, I swear.
Also, also, the picture I used of the book isn't a picture I took. Again, so suing, please!
The Host
By Stephenie Meyer
Okay, I'm just going to say it and get it over with: I was not a big Twilight fan. I know this offends almost everyone. But I can't help it. Twlight just wasn't my cup of tea.. I felt too old for it. I felt like it was something my sister would love, (and she does.) Clearly, it's not just a teeny-bopper fad like I thought it would be. People my age (and older...) love it too, despite the fact that it's themes are childish, immature, ...not my style.
ANYWAY.
That being said, the fact that I wasn't a "Twi-hard," does not reflect my general opinion of Stephenie Meyer. I think she's a great writer, and I loved The Host.
Obviously, I had my doubts. But I was proven wrong, and I couldn't put it down. Its a long one, but its a quick read. The Host is Stephenie Meyer for big people. The story is original and addicting. Now that Twlight is over, (kind of...), I hope Stephenie Meyer sticks to this format/genre/age group and continues writing, because I love her, and she is way more than just the Twlight series.
Next up - (This is embarassing) "A Shore Thing" by..Snooki. Yes, I'm actually reading it. Yes I should be ashamed to admit that. Yes, my Jersey Shore addiction is disgusting. I know all this, you don't have to tell me.
Also - I obviously did not take the picture I used for this post. Being that I'm writing this in the library at school and obviously don't have my camera, I got it off of Google Images. Please don't sue me if I infringed on your copyright.
