Jet Set
by Carrie Karasyov & Jill Kargman

    JET SET by Carrie Karasyov & Jill Kargman
    Category:  Contemporary
    Age Recommendation:  Grades 9+
    Release Date:  8/26/08
    Publisher:  HarperTeen
    Reviewed by:  JodiG.
    Rating:  5 Stars


    Imagine a school filled with the wealthiest, most privileged students in the world.  I can assure you that your
    imagination doesn’t match up to the Van Pelt Academy, a private boarding school in Switzerland.  The gilded
    hallways, chandeliers, maid service, and a school store that sells Chanel, Gucci, and Tiffany are just a few of the
    amenities at this ultra-posh school.  

    During the winter, the entire population of the school moves to the Gstaad campus, so students can ski in the
    afternoon.  The student body is made up of the children of business magnates, royalty, and one American girl, who is
    attending Van Pelt on scholarship.

    Lucy Peterson isn’t rich.  Her dad is in the military and her family has moved throughout the world, most recently
    setting up house in Munich.  After a chance encounter, Lucy learns about Van Pelt and takes a chance to apply for
    admission.  Lucy is actually a promising tennis player, and Van Pelt Academy is looking to strengthen its team.  Lucy
    is awarded a scholarship and enters a world that few people can imagine.  Lucy now finds herself surrounded by
    luxury and privilege.  

    Of course, there are always downfalls to every good situation.  There are The Diamonds, an elite group of the three
    most popular girls in school.  And it isn't long before Lucy ends up on the wrong side of them.  The one person who
    is friendly towards her is actually a plant for a tabloid magazine and is intent on involving Lucy in an exposé of the
    students and life at Van Pelt Academy.  Oh, and there is Oliver.  Prince Oliver, actually.  One of the best-looking
    and most down-to-earth boys Lucy has ever met.  But really, what are her chances with a Prince?  Especially with
    The Diamonds so attached to him.

    Before long, Lucy’s new life develops more complications than she could have ever imagined.  Will she lose her
    opportunity at Van Pelt Academy or can she adapt to her new surroundings and become one of the group?

    JET SET is a fun and entertaining story that introduces you to a lifestyle that so many people dream about.  It is
    definitely worth the read.