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Paparazzi Princess (Secrets of My Hollywood Life)

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Family Affair's ending is getting closer and closer and Kaitlin still hasn't decided what she wants to do after the show is over. Kaitlin's family and friends are pushing her in all sorts of directions and she's not sure what she wants. On top of the career trouble, she's also had a big fight with her best friend, Liz. Then Kaitlin meets two of Hollywood's biggest party animals. Hanging out with the girls seems like fun at first, but is it really worth all the drama?

When I saw this in the bookstore the day it came out, I just had to have it. It sat on my bookshelf for a couple of weeks, but once I started reading I was hooked. I've been a big fan of this series for awhile now and this installment didn't really disappoint. I only have two complains. One is that I was expecting more drama involving partying and the paparazzi, since the title IS called Paparazzi Princess. Two is that some of the moments in the book were too cheesy, even for me.

Overall, I thought it was a very solid book in this series and I can't wait for the next one.

This is such a great series. The books are a lot of fun and very cute. Paparazzi Princess, is my favorite of the series so far. The series is very clean, so they are an excellent choice for younger teens and middle grade readers.

The writing is very simplistic and readable. Kaitlin is a great character! An excellent heroine and fictional role model! I was glad to see Kaitlin make some mistakes in this one and still come out on top, by taking responsibility for her actions. If only all Hollywood starlets would have such grace!

Overall an energizing read with great characters and a fun plot! Cannot wait for the next one.

I've learned so much from reading this series. All the secrets that are told in this book really gives an insider's look to the Hollywood industry. This time the reader learns what needs to be done when an actress is making a change in her career and the steps that must be done to keep that career going. I felt that this book showed Kaitlin as more of a Hollywood star and less of a regular teen than previous novels. I didn't think there was anything in this book that screamed normal in this story. Sure she had to face studying for SATs but other than that, all her problems and dilemmas came from being a celebrity. The whole industry from Kaitlin's view is fascinating from the Vanity Fair party to having to deal with socialites who thrive on the paparazzi to learning how celebrities handle music contracts. I also liked how the author took a rather formulaic story (best friends grow apart, new girl comes in between) and put a twist on it and took it to a whole new level. I thought I was going to get the same old predictable storyline but instead I was delightfully surprised.

This has been one of the best YA series I've read this year because it's been fun and informative at the same time. Jen Calonita writes in a way that is entertaining, page turning but without having to resort to sex and language for page filler. I can't wait for the next book in the series to see what else is in store for Kaitlin.

i have read of these books in about a week. they are so addicting and im so excited to read this newest one!

This book is a fantastic book it a great seris. I love reading her books, and this is a great example of her writing. I was so exited to find out that it was avalable on the kindle, and when i started reading it i could no put the book down. My mother had to take away my book to get me to focuse on other things. I would defanetly recomend it.

Wonder how many teenage girls dream about being the star of a sitcom, perhaps another Hannah Montana, a "paparazzi princess"? Of course, along with the fame and fortune would come the perfect boyfriend, one with "blond, windswept bangs skimming his gorgeous blue eyes,...." looking "Abercrombie catalog-ready in a navy T-shirt over a long-sleeve while thermal and distressed jeans that make his butt look unreal." Collective sigh.

If those dreamers knew what the life of a young star was really like they'd want it even more.....or would they? Here's Jen Calonita a former senior editor at Teen People, and a journalist for TV guide, Glamour, and Marie Claire to give us the lowdown on a luxe life in the person of Kaitlin Burke, lead on Family Affair, a soon to be defunct popular TV series.

Despite all the trappings of a teen star ranging from Rodney her stalwart bodyguard to vacations at pricey resorts Kaitlin is really depressed about the closing of her show. She has literally grown up on that show, and now there are only right episodes left then it's over, finiti. What will she do? Not only is the show closing but she's had a silly fight with her best friend.

It seems that everyone knows what Kaitlin should do next. That is, of course, except for Kaitlin. She's a bit weary of hearing about her life from others - which may be why she began to pal around with two raging party girls. Being seen out every night at some trendy club doesn't do much for a gal's career. More importantly, what's it doing for or to Kaitlin?

Teens and tweens will relish every sentence of Calonita's latest diary of a young diva and eagerly await the next (which is in the works).

- Gail Cooke

honestly i didint read from the beggining of the series but thats the magic of this book, it can captivate you without you having to read all of the books, unless of corse you do...

More trials and tribulations of being a privileged Hollywood star teenager trying to live her Hollywood life which she enjoys for the most part and the life of a "regular" teenager...for the most part. Entertaining fiction.

overall i thought that this book
was really good. i espeacialy liked the main character.

i really LOVE this series of books. compliments to the atuhor. way to go.keep writing. i cannot wait for this book to be available. i have been waiting and check everyday so please please please hurry up and get it on here. iowuld love that.thanx.love karleigh grace smith