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~ Dorrie Williams-Wheeler (Author) "Since the day I was born Beta Gamma Psi has been a part of my life..." (more)
Key Phrases: Beta Gamma Psi, Sister-Under Pressure, Inner Greek Council (more...)
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A pro-sorority book about sisterhood, struggle, and one woman's desire to be Greek. -- Sororitysister.net

Provides great insight into world of Greek life -- The Daily Egyptian


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Beta Gamma Psi had been a part of Eva Perkins life since birth. When she starts college at Edwin Carver Science & Technology University she takes strides to become a member of the sorority that both her mother and sister belong to.

After years of attending Beta events and pre-pledging at Carver; Eva eventually finds herself on line pledging Beta. Discord and infighting among the big sisters and within the pledge class leads to drama.

An unexpected event divides the big sisters and the pledges. When rumors of hazing threaten the chapter, the pledge sisters have to bond together to solidify their future within the organization. Eva discovers that a sorority is about hard work, dedication, and building lifelong friendships.

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  • Paperback: 200 pages
  • Publisher: Sparkledoll Productions (November 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 097478320X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0974783208
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.2 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 11 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #547,660 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Beta Gamma Psi, Sister-Under Pressure, Inner Greek Council, Carver University, Student Affairs, Student Center, Carmen Vega, New York, Valentines Day, Big Sister Appreciation Week, East Coast, Eva Perkins, Hello Kitty, Jannette Vincent, Black Witch, Las Vegas, Western Union, Human Physiology, Lydia Grable, Mable Vincent, Renee Rolston, University Hospital, Valentine's Day
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3.0 out of 5 stars "Sorority" is solid, October 8, 2004
To be honest, sororities have never appealed to me -- it seemed like an elite clique arrangement with too many regulations. So it was a bit of a surprise to see a totally different perspective in "Be My Sorority Sister: Under Pressure," a book that takes a look at the struggles and friendships of a well-known sorority.

Eva Perkins's mother and sister both were in Beta Gamma Psi Sorority, so when Eva enters Edwin Carver University, she's desperate to enter the mostly African-American sorority. After struggling in pre-pledging activites, Eva finds herself on line to become one of the girls -- but soon finds that the sorority can be a lot tougher than she thought.

The "older sisters" are rough to the point of being abusive on Eva and the other new girls, and there is internal strife among the older girls. One ex-pledgee even writes a scathing tell-all article. But the worst thing happens when a girl falls from a rooftop during a pledge ritual, and abrasive Connie lies to the police about what happened. But no one knows how far the lie will go -- or how it will threaten the existance of their sorority.

Dorrie Williams-Wheeler crafts an enjoyable light read for teens, maybe giving them something to look forward to in their college years. Not to mention a warning -- Williams-Wheeler doesn't skimp on the abusive hazing rituals, which aren't limited to physical abuse. She doesn't dip into paddling (despite the cover) and similar black'n'blue abuses, but she does mention them. But she also takes care to mention the friendships and bonding that come from the sorority's teamwork.

Her writing style is a bit bare and un-descriptive for my taste, but it moves along at a brisk clip. And the dialogue-heavy writing seems like listening in on the girls at the sorority; there are some spelling and grammatical errors, but nothing too major. She also has a talent for making the feel of the book grow tenser and more frightening -- the main flaw is that the final two chapters feel VERY rushed, packing too much into too few pages. Ms. Williams-Wheeler should have stretched it out for several more chapters.

Eva is an unusual lead character -- rather than making her a goody-two-shoes, Williams-Wheeler gives her flaws and internal conflict about the goings-on at the sorority. The supporting girls are pretty well-done, with individual quirks and flaws. And the older girls range from the nasty Connie to the likable Cassidy.

Even those who haven't yet tackled the subject of sororities might be interested in "Be My Sorority Sister: Under Pressure." It might give you a look at what to look forward to -- and avoid -- on a sorority.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Must Read For Greeks And Wannabees, December 23, 2003
By Shemya Taylor (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews
Be My Sorority Sister-Under Pressure is about one woman's quest to become join a fictional sorority named Beta Gamma PSi. The main character is named Eva Perkins. Eva's mother, sister, father and brother are all greek so when she goes away to college she basically becomes obsessed with joining Beta Gamma Psi, the sorority her mother and sister belong to. Written in first person, it is easy to become enthralled in Eva's journey. Dorrie Williams-Wheeler is a very detailed writer and she takes her readers along every step of Eva's journey. The book is quick paced and exciting. There are several unexpected twists and turns. Although there are several charcters the book is written very clearly and I had no trouble following the storyline. The reader gets to know sevreral of the pledges and the big sisters. Overall this was a very good read. It reminded me very much of the climate at my college. The only complaints I have are that it seemed to end rather abrubtly and that there was no clear resolution about the main characters family situation. This is one of the better greek books on the market. The author details the stress of going to rushes and hoping to hear something. This is a good book, a keeper. It is the best sorority fiction book that I have ever read.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Hometown Talent!!!, June 3, 2004
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I know that some of the reviews have said the same, but rightfully so-hats off to my fellow Chicagoan, Dorrie Williams-Wheeler for telling it like it is! This book gets dirty, revealing the ins and outs of how pledging an African-American sorority is. If you are interested in pledging, please get this book, read it cover to cover and follow the do's and NOT the do not's of Eva's road to Beta. I appreciate the honesty and forthright attitude from Mrs. Williams-Wheeler. She writes with such truth and refreshing candor that I sped through this novel and was sorry it was over. I know that the book is fiction, but I couldn't help but wonder which sorority the author belongs to? Please tell us, Dorrie! Your fans want to know!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very Informative
This book was a great fictional version of what goes on in the process of becoming a member. I enjoyed it and it's a definate read for any young woman thinking of joining a... Read more
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3.0 out of 5 stars A Quest for Sisterhood
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3.0 out of 5 stars Good Read...some things were just too far fetched
This was an ok book...but towards the end things seemed to be too far fetched. It started to read like a soap opera. Read more
Published on October 19, 2004 by Jessica Clark

5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT BOOK ON GOING GREEK!!!
This fun-to-read book takes you into the life of Eva, a young woman about to enter college (a former HBC) with her sights set on becoming a Beta Gamma Psi. Read more
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