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Fans of Beautiful Disaster will devour Diana Peterfreund's Ivy League novels--Secret Society Girl, Under the Rose, Rites of Spring (Break), and Tap & Gown. At an elite university, Amy Haskel has been initiated into the country's most notorious secret society. But in this power-hungry world where new blood is at the mercy of old money, hooking up with the wrong people could be fatal. Eli University junior Amy Haskel never expected to be tapped into Rose & Grave. She isn't rich, politically connected, or . . . well, male. So when Amy is one of the first female students to receive the distinctive black-lined invitation with the Rose & Grave seal, she's blown away. Could they really mean her? Whisked off into an elaborate initiation rite, Amy awakens the next day to a new reality and a whole new set of "friends"--from the gorgeous son of a conservative governor to an Afrocentric lesbian activist whose society name is Thorndike. And that's when Amy starts to discover the truth about getting what you wish for. Because Rose & Grave is quickly taking her away from her familiar world of classes and keggers, fueling a feud and undermining a very promising friendship with benefits. And that's before Amy finds out that her first duty as a member of Rose & Grave is to take on a conspiracy of money and power that could, quite possibly, ruin her whole life.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0440243890
ISBN13:9780440243892
Release Date:May 2007
Publisher:Dell
Length:320 Pages
Weight:0.75 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 5.6" x 8.2"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Great Book!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
I read this book in one sitting! Excellent writing; great commentary on college life! If you were ever in a sorority/fraternity/secret society, you will relate. This is a great book!
Frothy, yet filling
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
For me as for most Americans the Ivy League is some remote planet about which I know little and care less. But Ms. Peterfreund can write, she can plot, she can develop interesting characters. The reader moves effortlessly into and through her quaint world. Maybe not a candidate for the "Great American Novel" but there's a lot to be said for a darn good read.
I Loved This Book!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
SECRET SOCIETY GIRL is witty, clever, and a real joy to read. The characters crackle to life, the storyline is very engaging, and the author kept me glued to the page with her well-written and often quite amusing prose. I can't wait to read its sequel, UNDER THE ROSE, and I'm glad I don't have to wait very long for its release!
Fun even for non-collegiate types
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
I admit I'm far past college age and didn't attend college. I had my doubts as to whether I would enjoy this book. But my fears disappeared very quickly. Amy is a fun and spunky heroine, just trying to get her name out there in the publishing industry. She doesn't expect to be tapped into a secret society full of controversy. As she negotiates the twists and turns of secret society life, I loved reading how real she was. A typical 21 yo, not yet sure of herself or what she wants. Not sure how to navigate the complex relationships with her peers. I love how it turns out, how Amy grows to realize that just as with secret societies, not every person is what they seem to be on the outside. SSG is a great read with well-drawn characters, a dash of mystery and intrigue. Highly recommended!
Witty, smart, and fun!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
I loved this book. I read it in one afternoon, and let me tell you, I don't finish 60% of the books I pick up. But this one hooked me, and for many reasons. Ms. Peterfreund is a smart, literate writer. Her voice is engaging and fun, and her pop culture references and jokes are handled smoothly, without the heavy-handedness I see in a lot of "chick-lit" toned books. Her lists and descriptions and dialogue are witty and wry and make the story move along quickly. I couldn't put it down, to the detriment of my household chores and family's dismay. Ms. Peterfreund writes with a sophistication that I appreciate and enjoy, and her characters are fun and unique. Plus, I'm in love with Poe. The adventure is a blast, and I could practically feel myself walking through the campus of Eli/Yale University. The premise is unique and Ms. P carries it off beautifully. Brava! and I cannot wait for the next installment!
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