REALITY CHICK by Lauren Barnholdt
    Category:  Contemporary
    Age Recommendation:  Grades 9+
    Release Date:  6/20/06
    Publisher:  Simon Pulse
    Reviewed by:  Julie T.
    Rating:  5 Stars


    Being a college freshman is hard enough. There’s homework to worry about, the dreaded freshman fifteen, guys,
    parties, and a lot of other things. When Ally Cavanaugh starts college she has one other thing to worry about, that most
    don’t have to: cameras.

    Ally’s every move during her first semester at college is taped for the popular reality show, In the House. At first, it
    seems like a dream come true. Ally’s show is being broadcast nationwide; she’s practically a celebrity! She gets to live
    in an awesome house with her roommates, who don’t seem too bad.

    But soon, things start to turn around. Ally’s faraway boyfriend is acting really distant, and she thinks that she may be
    developing feelings for her hunky roommate. Her escapades at a fraternity party are recorded for the entire world to
    see, including her parents!

    In the House is Ally’s reality check; how tough life can be sometimes, but to take it in strides. You never know what
    great things are in store for you around the corner!

    REALITY CHICK by Lauren Barnholdt was a fantastic read. It was fun, fresh, and fabulous, with a great concept and
    flawless reality. REALITY CHICK is a must read for those looking to lighten up the new school year!
Reality Chick
by Lauren Barnholdt