Book details
So Not Happening: A YA Rom-Com (A Charmed Life Book 1)
Description
New York's social darling just woke up in a nightmare: Oklahoma. Problem is, it's right where God wants her.Bella Kirkwood had it all: A-list friends at her prestigious private school, Broadway in her backyard, and Daddy's MasterCard in her wallet. Then her father, a plastic surgeon to the stars, decided to trade her mother in for a newer model.When Bella's mom falls in love with a man she met on the Internet--a factory worker with two bratty sons--Bella has to pack up and move in with her new family in Truman, Oklahoma. On a farm no less!Forced to trade her uber-trendy NYC lifestyle for down-home charm, Bella feels like a pair of Rock & Republic jeans in a sea of Wranglers.At least some of the people in her new high school are pretty cool. Especially the hunky football player who invites her to lunch. And maybe even the annoying--but kinda hot--editor of the school newspaper.But before long, Bella smells something rotten in the town of Truman, and it's not just the cow pasture. With her savvy reporter's instincts, she is determined to find the story behind all the secrets.How can a girl go on when her charmed life is gone and God appears to be giving her the total smackdown?
Age
12-17
Text complexity
beginner
Length
330 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Storyline: 'So Not Happening' offers a captivating mix of humor, romance, and drama that keeps readers entertained from start to finish. The story follows Bella Kirkwood's life upheaval from New York City to rural Oklahoma, providing a fresh and engaging narrative that appeals to young adult readers.
- Relatable Characters: Jenny B. Jones creates characters that are both relatable and endearing. Readers will find themselves empathizing with Bella as she navigates the challenges of her new life, making new friends, and dealing with the complexities of high school relationships.
- Positive Messages: The book incorporates themes of resilience, adaptability, and the importance of staying true to oneself. It encourages readers to find strength in difficult situations and to embrace change as an opportunity for growth.
- Series Potential: As the first book in the 'A Charmed Life' series, 'So Not Happening' sets the stage for more adventures with Bella and her friends. Readers who enjoy this book will be delighted to know that their connection with the characters can continue in subsequent installments.