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Diva Paperback – May 14, 2013

by Alex Flinn (Author)

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Book 2 of 2 in the Breathing Underwater Series

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In Diva, the companion to Alex Flinn’s YA novel Breathing Under Water, Caitlin is dealing with a lot. She’s living through the aftermath of an abusive relationship, she has a youth-obsessed mother who just doesn’t understand her, and she’s on a constant yo-yo diet to live up the standards of her nitpicking friends.

All Caitlin wants is to escape her not-so-glamorous life and pursue her dream of becoming a singer, but when she’s accepted into the Miami High School of the Arts, her life doesn’t magically become perfect. Yet despite some struggles to keep up with her competitive classmates and the distraction of cute new crush, Caitlin never loses her sense of humor and eventually gains the confidence to achieve her goals.

Perfect for fans of such books as Carolyn Mackler’s The Earth, My Butt, and Other Big Round Things.

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Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: HarperTeen; Reprint edition (May 14, 2013)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 006212434X
ISBN-13: 978-0062124340
Product Dimensions: 5.3 x 0.7 x 8 inches
Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #619,750 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #192 in Books > Teens > Literature & Fiction > Social & Family Issues > New Experiences
- #386 in Books > Teens > Literature & Fiction > Performing Arts
- #479 in Books > Teens > Literature & Fiction > Social & Family Issues > Self Esteem & Reliance

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By TeensReadToo on November 4, 2006

Format: Hardcover

DIVA tells the story of Caitlin McCourt, a sixteen-year-old opera fan and singer, as she attempts to break out of her old life by transferring to a performing arts school. Among the things Caitlin is escaping are an abusive ex-boyfriend, vacuous "friends" who don't understand her interests, and the advice of her overbearing and superficial mother. However, her new school comes with its own share of difficulties. She has to learn to dance and act as well as sing, and she's afraid she's too "normal" to fit in with the artsy students.

Caitlin is an incredibly sympathetic character. Despite being burdened with a mother who's more interested in flirting with Caitlin's guy friends than supporting her daughter, and a father who's started a new family that rarely includes her, she manages to believe in and look after herself. Her voice is realistic and open, letting the readers in on all of her insecurities (which many teens will share). Her decisions make sense for her, even if readers don't always agree with them, and throughout the story she comes more and more into her own.

Perhaps the most interesting aspect of Caitlin's story is how her relationship with her mother evolves. Much of Caitlin's personality appears to be a product of her mother's hot-and-cold attitude toward her daughter. As Caitlin steps out from her mother's shadow, she sees not only her own needs and desires more clearly, but also her mother's. Caitlin's discovery that there's more to her mother than she realized is poignant and believable.

DIVA will be enjoyed by any teen, especially girls, struggling with the pressures of friends and family. With its colorful and well-developed characters, it's an easy story to get drawn into. The only criticism I could make is that the novel doesn't offer a great deal more than other good titles with similar subject matter, but what it does offer is so involving that it's hard to complain.

Reviewed by: Lynn Crow

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an inspiring tear-jerker

By Claire on July 17, 2014

Format: Kindle Edition

Caitlin McCourt knew what she wants and she intended to get it – even if her mom didn't agree to it. Caitlin loved singing, especially the Opera and she promised to do everything to enter Miami High School of the Arts.

She actually used to be fat – really fat – but she went on a Fat Camp (is there really such a thing??) and shed at least 35 pounds. Then she became a pretty blond girl and eventually got a boyfriend. Too late when she realized, his boyfriend was from Hell.

Nick may have been wickedly hot, with a nice car, brought flowers occasionally and even wrote poetry. But beneath those façade, Nick actually hit Caitlin, he even said her singing was stupid and no one ever wanted to be friends with her except him.

Caitlin met new friends, Sean & Gigi and they were supportive of her because they believed in her. But her mom didn't think she was good enough. Her mom is a little eccentric - an oddball – she chose to dress like a teen-ager, way slicker and shorter than Caitlin’s clothes, much to her daughter’s dismay. Next thing she knew, her mom started dating another man, who was not only balding, he was also married to another woman. Caitlin didn't know anymore how to deal with her life.

I admire Caitlin for her perseverance to go for that something that she aspires to be. True, a lot of girls prefer to call themselves Diva but they do not know the extent of the word. As much as possible, Caitlin, a product of broken family – doesn’t want to ask for anyone’s help if she can manage herself.Read more ›

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Fun YA read

By Elizabeth on February 17, 2014

Format: Paperback

I was pleasantly surprised by this book. The synopsis sets it up to be another catty teen novel, but it had a surprising amount of substance. The character is first introduced in one of Flinn's earlier novels, but this book stands alone. The character is very real, and the issues and fears she deals with on a daily basis mirror those of every teenager. While it addresses many issues modern teens face, it thankfully turns down the opportunity to become overly dramatic.

The musical aspect of this was just another plus side for me :-). From what I have heard from my many friends at arts schools, the depiction seems accurate, although I would like to point out that Phantom of the Opera is a musical and not an opera. In any case the music is only a small detail in the big picture of Diva. My only big complaint is the occasional use of text/im speech, while used for a purpose, still annoys me personally.

Originally reviewed on my blog.

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Good Coming of Age Story

By Happyfam on March 12, 2013

Format: Hardcover

This book is a realistic high school coming of age story. I love seeing how the main character Caitlin grows through the novel. There are touchy subjects, abuse and adultery but they are pretty brief overviews and not too detailed. No language. She really obsesses about her weight for a large portion in the beginning and thankfully she lets it go toward the end, part of the growing. There's a lot of musical and operatic references. Her online journal sections use letters and text abbreviations, (2day, U, No thx) which kind of made her more realistic for me as a high schooler, but I know some people have serious issues with that. The romance ended up not being a romance and focused more on her growing by herself. I had a really hard time liking her mom, even toward the end. It was a smooth, easy read and I got through it quickly. There's another one by Alex Finn, Breathing Underwater, about Caitlin during her time with Nick during the abuse. I'm considering reading that one, once my TO-READ list is much smaller

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This is a great book that I was able to finish in 4 hours by staying up until 2am! It was too good, I had to continue reading it. Read more

Published 20 months ago by Monique Lewis

great author. if you enjoy reading fast and quick ...

great author. if you enjoy reading fast and quick books this is a good one. this author also written Beastly a really good book to read.

Published 21 months ago by kay

loved it!

My daughter asked me to buy it for her and she says "awesome book"! She wants to know if there will be another in the series!

Published on February 21, 2014 by Valerie Flood

divalicous

must read for any diva like myself. strut your stuff and know your worth. men love strong hot woman like dat. easy to read as well so that is cool.

Published on August 20, 2013 by Off the Chain

totally fantastic!

Uber fantastic, wonderful, terrific, amazing, incredible book!
Diva follows Caitlin's story after the book Breathing Underwater. Read more

Published on February 20, 2013 by David's Wife

Could be read as a stand alone.

Caitlin wants to be an opera singer, and she is good; she gets accepted into the performing arts high school in Miami. The problem will be convincing Mom to let her go. Read more

Published on October 10, 2012 by Mrs. C

This grrrl is real and funny!

This is one of the best young adult books I've read! Narrated by sixteen-year-old Caitlin, there is a ton of excellent dialogue to break up any pretentious adhesion to a stream of... Read more

Published on September 30, 2011 by Deborah Sandford

Diva

These are some great books, I'm working towards gettting all of them. I know they are for teeangers but they are so good I just can't stop reading them.

Published on July 18, 2011 by Mom in small town

Excellent

Don't be fooled by this corny or superficial title. This book has depth and meaning. It deals with the very real struggle of a girl trying to lead her life the way she wants to... Read more

Published on May 9, 2008 by Mel

Listening and Learning

I am compelled to read pretty much any and every fiction book about a hopeful singer, dancer, or actress. Read more

Published on December 31, 2007 by Little Willow

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