Review: The Crazy Things Girls Do for Love by Dyan Sheldon

By: unknown on Wednesday, March 12, 2014

The Crazy Things Girls Do for Love by Dyan Sheldon
Published by Candlewick Press
Released: December 13th 2011
Hardcover, 352 pages
Reviewed by Angela

Sicilee and Maya have been rivals since elementary school. Now in high school, they dislike each other more than ever. Sicilee is the center of the most popular group at Clifton Springs, and Maya is the heart of the hip, trendy set. And neither of them is likely to notice Waneeda, who prefers to eat candy and work as little as possible. None of these girls has a thing in common until Cody Lightfoot, the most drop-dead gorgeous boy imaginable, joins the student body, causing every girl's head to turn. But all Cody seems to care about is the Environmental Club, which has the distinction of being the most unpopular club in the history of the school. Nerdy club or not, none of the three girls can let the other be the first to get a date with Cody. But how far are they prepared to go? Will Waneeda actually join a club? Will Sicilee start reading labels rather than wearing them? Will Maya take up riding her bike to school and eating tofu? With her trademark quick-fire wit, Dyan Sheldon shows just what girls will do for love ? and what earth-changing realizations they might have along the way, despite themselves.

Summery from GoodReads

Review:

First of all, what the heck. Why is the rating so low on Goodreads? 3.18, hmmm. I think it deserves way better. And I would've thought this had more recognition, too. This is way better than other overrated popular chick-lit YA. Give this a try guys? :)

Second, we're all mad when it's comes to love. Its relatable. Way relatable. Wow. Aren't I deep person. I'm about as deep as a puddle. Yes. I've had my share of crazy dealings (it's called infatuation. don't worry, it didn't get me anywhere.)

Third, this was hilarious. All the comparisons were absolutely hilarious. hehehhehehehheheheheh.

Fourth, *SPOILER* I never liked you in the first place Cody Lightfoot (in italics). You and your pinstripe suit refused to collaborate with my taste.

Finally, (I actually forgot what I was gonna say. damn. oh right. I remember) Pretend you never saw the low rating and give this a try. Seriously, it's pretty good. It's those, brainless, feel-good books that make you feel happy in life because currently it sucks, don't you think? Yeah, that's what I thought.

Overall, this was entertaining and really cute. The title or rating might put people off, but youre missing out. A refreshing, funny, voice in YA books.

Rating: 4/5 Stars