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Reader reviewed by Fiona Flamingo

Gossip Girl
Everybody is talking about it! Its like a faint, gentle buzzing in your ear-gossip its all around us! Enter into the realm of Gossip Girl-a place where jealousy, betrayal, guilt, hurt, and wealth are the main aspects of New York Citys Upper East Side life. The Gossip Girl chronicles the lives of a group of teens through a clever web-format (as well as text) and an anonymous web-mistress a.k.a Gossip Girl. The characters are sharply etched and the book has the same effect as gossip itself-it draws you in so deep, its hard to stop reading the series! Cecily von Ziegesar has created a catty, engrossing and original series about gossip and peoples lives.
I think the book could have been crafted more carefully. The books seem to drag on at some points, repeating the same thing over and over again. Also, I wish the author would describe more in detail on what effect gossip has on the characters in the book; that part doesnt seem very well thought-out. Another the thing is, although believable, the characters seem 2 dimensional. They have no other life then partying, shopping, boyfriends or girlfriends. I find it repetitive and slightly boring. One volume in the series Youre the One I want did cover the aspects of college education and acceptance in universities. I found that sequel the most engaging one.
One thing I find makes the book slightly suspenseful, is the identity of Gossip Girl. Even after six or seven books, the readers are unclear on who it is. This will keep the series going for a few more books, in my opinion.
Overall, the books are a satisfactory read. For readers who enjoy realistic books and a lot of teen angst-this book might be a good pick. The series, although not completely flawless, will have you hooked. Its guilty pleasure-perfect for the summer.
You know you love me,
Gossip girl