When Nesta falls in love with Simon, a gorgeous rich boy who lives the high life, she has a hard time fitting in with his friends, especially Cressida, a.k.a. the Ice Queen, and it is up to Lucy and Izzie to help her re-evaluate what is truly important in life. Original.
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Mates, Dates, and Designer Divas
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12+
Release Date
June 01, 2003
ISBN
068985546X
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4.8
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Great story, its good for young teens
(Updated: June 28, 2026)
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Reader reviewed by Krys
Ehh, I did enjoy it...but it could have been better. I only think that Cathy could have added another one of her special touches of perfection and it would be good to go....
Ehh, I did enjoy it...but it could have been better. I only think that Cathy could have added another one of her special touches of perfection and it would be good to go....
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Reader reviewed by Brejet
I think this book was really good. I like the idea that 3 friends share a story about themselves and yea. But i like that the books by cathy hopkins are about friends, boyfriends and some of the books even teach you lessons and do's and dont's and this book really does. I enjoyed every second of it and i didnt want the book to end, no really i didnt! it was a great book and i wanted to learn about what happen to Lucy and Tony. lol
I think this book was really good. I like the idea that 3 friends share a story about themselves and yea. But i like that the books by cathy hopkins are about friends, boyfriends and some of the books even teach you lessons and do's and dont's and this book really does. I enjoyed every second of it and i didnt want the book to end, no really i didnt! it was a great book and i wanted to learn about what happen to Lucy and Tony. lol
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Goode Book
(Updated: June 28, 2026)
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Reader reviewed by Kristen
This book is about a group of three girls. They go through a lot of things with their families, boyfriends, and each other. It is a really funny book, and you will want to read it non-stop. I liked this book because it was something that I could relate to, and it was really interesting. I would recommend this book to everybody. Even boys.
This book is about a group of three girls. They go through a lot of things with their families, boyfriends, and each other. It is a really funny book, and you will want to read it non-stop. I liked this book because it was something that I could relate to, and it was really interesting. I would recommend this book to everybody. Even boys.
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Another perfect hit for girls!
(Updated: June 28, 2026)
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Reader reviewed by Dylana
These books never let me down. You really feel in tune with and a part of the characters: Lucy, Nesta, and Izzie. Nesta is the main character. She always seems confident, beautiful, and exotic. She meets a new, rich, good looking, older boy named Simon. Nesta gives it her all to try to fit in with this new crowd, including trying to live up to snobby Cressida's standards, Cressida likes Simon as well and disapproves of Nesta. (Really she is jealous!)
Nesta finds out that her family is at risk of becoming financially unstable because of her parents' jobs. It's hard for her to hide this from Simon. She starts to feel uncomfortable about her background and race because she's half black and half white. Then, she learns (through many mistakes) that there is more to life than looks, money, and designer brands.
This book is fun and perfect for teen girls dealing with real life: boys, parents, school, friendship. It teaches that just being yourself and true to others is the best way to deal with all situations. You'll also fall in love with the characters and the bond that they share among themselves at all times, good or bad. This new series is ultimately the best.
These books never let me down. You really feel in tune with and a part of the characters: Lucy, Nesta, and Izzie. Nesta is the main character. She always seems confident, beautiful, and exotic. She meets a new, rich, good looking, older boy named Simon. Nesta gives it her all to try to fit in with this new crowd, including trying to live up to snobby Cressida's standards, Cressida likes Simon as well and disapproves of Nesta. (Really she is jealous!)
Nesta finds out that her family is at risk of becoming financially unstable because of her parents' jobs. It's hard for her to hide this from Simon. She starts to feel uncomfortable about her background and race because she's half black and half white. Then, she learns (through many mistakes) that there is more to life than looks, money, and designer brands.
This book is fun and perfect for teen girls dealing with real life: boys, parents, school, friendship. It teaches that just being yourself and true to others is the best way to deal with all situations. You'll also fall in love with the characters and the bond that they share among themselves at all times, good or bad. This new series is ultimately the best.
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