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Book Review: Wicked by Sara Shepard

January 3, 2009 by Darlene

Wicked is the fifth installement in the Pretty Little Liars YA series written by Sara Shepard. I’ve really enjoyed the series and this latest book was just as good to me as the first ones were. It’s almost like visting someone you know and feeling the comfort of that when you read another book in a series that you follow.

This one finds Spencer, Hannah, Aria and Emily still trying to hold onto their sanity trying to figure out who ‘A’ is. In the last novel we had, or so we thought, had found out who ‘A’ was but no, we were mistaken. In this installment, Spencer is struggling with who she is-is she a Hastings or not? Her parents are ignoring her and her life seems to be in a shambles. Hannah still has major issues with her appearance and maintaining ‘skininess’. She seems a really shallow character and yet there is so much more to her. Aria I’ve always liked. She’s different from the other girls in that she pretty much goes her own way and isn’t one to conform. This novel finds her struggling again with her attraction to older men and finding herself in a heap of trouble because of it. Finally there is Emily who again really has no idea about her sexuality. She seems even more confused than ever.

I think this series is really great for young adult women as it covers a lot of issues that they may face and remains fun while doing it. Throwing in a little mystery and suspense makes the stories even better. I was left once again not knowing who ‘A’ is and I’ll have to wait for the sixth book to find out-hopefully. The author will probably just fool me into thinking I know what I really don’t.

You can see my reviews of the other books by clicking on the titles:
Pretty Little Liars
Flawless
Perfect
Unbelievable
This book also qualifies for a few of my challenges: The Library Challenge and Read 100+ Books
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  1. Toni says

    January 3, 2009 at 8:32 pm

    Sounds like a good series Dar. I sure know what you mean when you are reading a sequel and it is like “going home.” I have never been a big sequel reader but I am becoming more fond of this all the time. I am currently reading Knit Two and it is like “yes… I know these ladies..”
    Glad you have the 6th book to look forward too.

    PS… I can NOT believe how organized your reading challenges are. You are EXCEEDINGLY organized Dar and did a great job with your challenges.

  2. sheri says

    January 3, 2009 at 9:47 pm

    Did I miss the age range that you would recommend this for?

  3. Staci says

    January 4, 2009 at 12:53 am

    I saw these books and the covers really intrigued me, now I may have to read them!!!

    Great review!

  4. Bandit Jack says

    January 4, 2009 at 2:44 am

    my mom loves to read. she’s never heard of these books before but your review and the cover of the book sparked her interest. she really likes the shopaholic series – i dont know if you read them; shes reading a book by that author (sophie kinsella) that is not part of the series but is enjoying it. she said she plans to pick up pretty little liars next!

  5. sheri says

    January 4, 2009 at 2:47 am

    Buddy is AWESOME! Want to squeeze him!

  6. softdrink says

    January 4, 2009 at 4:33 am

    Woo-hoo! Welcome back!

    And that looks like a Barbie Doll on the cover of the book!

  7. Wanda says

    January 4, 2009 at 2:36 pm

    Look at all these posts … great to see you back at it, Dar!

    My niece would probably like the Pretty Little Liars series.

  8. Red lady-Bonnie says

    January 4, 2009 at 5:39 pm

    Thanks for posting my blog giveaways Dar! I hope that your eye is feeling better and healing well.

  9. Brenda Leyland says

    January 4, 2009 at 6:08 pm

    Hey Dar, Haven’t heard from you lately. Wanted to make sure you weren’t all frozen up!

    With the start of a New Year, I’ve signed up for a few reading challenges. Looking forward to it.

    Happy Reading!

  10. samantha.1020 says

    January 4, 2009 at 8:45 pm

    This sounds interesting…especially since I’m involved in the YA challenge. Great review!

  11. Linda Jacobs says

    January 5, 2009 at 12:00 am

    Nice to have you back!

    I’ll be recommending this one to my students. Thanks!

  12. naida says

    January 5, 2009 at 1:42 am

    This does sound like a great series. I agree, it can be like re-visiting someone you know when returning to great books in a series.
    Great review.
    http://thebookworm07.blogspot.com

  13. Melody says

    January 6, 2009 at 1:01 am

    I’ve the first two books in my pile. I’m glad you enjoyed this series! I’m looking forward to reading them soon! 🙂

  14. Dar says

    January 6, 2009 at 8:36 pm

    Toni, thanks. I don’t think I’m all that organized but I’m glad you think I am 🙂

    Sheri, these I would say anywhere from 12 and up.

    Staci, I really like the covers-they’re just so bright with the colors she’s used.

    Bandit, I have read the shopaholic series and liked them too. The Pretty Little Liars is Young Adult but really good too.

    Jill, Wanda, thanks for the welcome back:)

    Bonnie, I’m doing better than I was but still having eye troubles.

    Brenda, I had some problems over the holidays but I’m getting back to things and trying to get caught up now.

    Sam, these would be great for the YA challenge.

    Linda, thanks. I’m sure some of them have already encountered the series.

    Naida, I get addicted to having to know what will happen next in the series. I just can’t help it and everyone is so familiar by now. I’m already anxious for the next one.

    Melody, can’t wait to see what you think of them.

  15. J. Kaye says

    January 19, 2009 at 8:57 pm

    I just got in the first book for Nona. I’m curious if she’ll like it.

  16. Dar says

    January 23, 2009 at 2:02 am

    J.Kaye, I’m really curious to see if she’ll like the first book or not. I’ll be watching for her review.

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