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If you like reality TV...
Something Real by Heather Demetrios
I always knew reality TV wasn't actually REALITY, but I am now way more suspicious while watching my guilty pleasures after reading this. This is such a horribly good take on reality TV.
You Look Different in Real Life by Jennifer Castle
I wasn't much of a fan of this while reading, but have appreciated it more as time goes on. The concept, however, is still very intriguing.
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
One word: Duh.
Audrey, Wait by Robin Benway
Technically, not reality TV. I love Robin Benway and in this, a girl becomes famous after her ex-boyfriend writes a song about her and it becomes a hit. She still has to deal with fame and all the crud along with it.
This Is What Happy Looks Like by Jennifer E. Smith
While I didn't like this as much as the one before, this involves an actor in disguise, which is like reality TV, okay? *starts singing Happy by Pharrell*
While I didn't like this as much as the one before, this involves an actor in disguise, which is like reality TV, okay? *starts singing Happy by Pharrell*
The Princess Diaries by Meg Cabot
Again, technically not reality TV. But she's a PRINCESS. We get to read her diary, she has a bodyguard, and part of the royal family.
Secrets of My Hollywood Life by Jen Calonita
It's about an actual actress, but hey, reality TV is mostly scripted anyways.
All-American Girl by Meg Cabot
Another normal girl-turned-famous story. It counts.
The Selection by Kiera Cass
I actually didn't like this, but MAN, just like reality TV, it's so sickeningly addicting. I WANT TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS. And yes, it does involve a reality TV aspect of competition.
Airhead by Meg Cabot
Cabot rules this story plot, how did I never notice this before?
Do you watch reality TV?
I love This is What Happy Looks Like, and enjoyed All-American Girl a lot! I didn't love You Look Different in Real Life, but I agree it's perfect for this list! I just bought The Princess Diaries, I might try it in the next week or two! :)
ReplyDeleteI didn't really either, but it KINDA grows on me. Please, PLEASE try TPD asap. So good.
DeleteGreat List!! Seriously it's perfect!! I loved Audrey Wait and I really want to read You Look Different in Real Life.
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Thanks, Michelle!
DeleteThe only book up there that I've read is THG. I'm not really drawn to books like this, I guess. The only book that I can recall that has reality TV infused in it is Kiss the Sky, but that aspect is kept to a minimal.
ReplyDeleteI mean the only book I've read. I loved it too.
DeleteI don't know why I'm drawn to it, I guess it has to do with my weird draw to actual reality TV and the drama that ensues.
DeleteThis is such a great categorization for books! I've only read The Hunger Games and The Princess Diaries, but I'll definitely have to check out some of these, since I love books that deal with anything reality TV.
ReplyDeleteYou should!
DeleteGreat minds think alike... We went with reality tv too! :) Great picks. I still need to read You Look Different in Real Life. I thought of using This is What Happy Looks Like too, but went with something else. My co-blogger and I each did 5, and it was actually hard for me to narrow it down! :)
ReplyDeleteI have read all of your selections, besides the first two, and I agree with everything. However, as someone who doesn't care for reality TV, I would say that the books are far superior to any reality show. :) I would also recommend Jen Calonita's standalone novel Reality Check, which I enjoyed just as much as the Secrets of My Hollywood Life series.
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