Second Helpings (Jessica Darling #2)

Reader reviewed by lainie

this is my favourite book of all time. i'm not just saying this . i read this book months ago and it still hasn't worn off. this book deserves 6- no 1 000 000 000 stars.
in this book jessica darling is back and has to deal with certain people who she would rather not see, so much so she actually goes away to a summer camp with the sole reason being that a certain person would be miles away.
though she rather forget the horror that was last new years eve the horror can't help but push his way back into her life.
and her heart.
you'll eat up these second helpings and be begging for more.

Reader reviewed by mzblonde

I really really enjoyed this book. I read it within a day and I could not put it down. It's one of those books that you can really relate to. It was funny, inspirational, and made you think about your own life. I recommend it to all teenager girls!

Reader reviewed by lookwhaticando

I loved this book because of the fact that it is a sequal to the best book every, Sloppy Firsts. It tells you what happens between Marcus and Jessica, what happens to Jessicas friends, family, and school. It is SOO good and I hope Megan makes another edition to the Jessica Darling Files :)

Reader reviewed by Dylana

This book was even better than the first. The main character is such an individual and so witty, you'll totally be on her side throughout the whole book. You'll love the way she views the world and her school. It's very funny and you'll be waiting for the next one in the end. Her experiences are shocking and will keep you up all night!

Reader reviewed by Krysten Weller

Jessica Darling seems to have everything going for her. She's one of
the top students in her school, she's been voted "Most Likely to Succeed," she was accepted to take a creative writing course for exceptional students, and she has her choice of which top college she wants to attend. However, she's still unhappy. Her best friend, Hope, has moved miles away, her ex is still causing her grief,and she can't decide where to go to college.

The book, which is written in a journal style, takes you from Jessica's
summer creative writing course to the end of the school year. Throughout the year Jess begins dating the school's other top student who just happens to be her ex's best friend. Also, her grandmother plays a major role in her life by showing her how to relax and enjoy life.

Jess also runs into a guy she used to have a crush on and is introduced to Columbia University. She makes the decision to apply to Columbia even though her parents would never let her move to New York City. Then Sept. 11 happens and Jess has to deal with her fears about living in New York. In the end, Jess listens to her grandmother's advice and winds up financially secure enough to make her decision about college without having to worry about her parents' opinions.

McCafferty has done a good job in showing the kind of angst and turmoil
that one faces during their senior year. Jessica's character is well rounded, but all of the other characters tend to be stereotypical and quite one-dimensional. Also, McCafferty has taken the teen lingo and aspects too far to the point no longer making subtle interjections, but blatant "teen speak."

The book is intended for the adult market, but it would also work for a young adult crowd. However, it would be more interesting as trip down memory lane for the adults than it would be for a younger audience.

Reader reviewed by Erin

Second Helpings, the sequel to Sloppy Firts, was if not as good BETTER! I know that's hard to believe but it's true. I loved this book just like I loved Sloppy Firsts. Second Helpings has more great twists and an unforgetable ending that is sure to have you wanting more. I loved this book and Sloppy Firsts. Itruly feel in love with Jessica.