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Readers will admire her fearless ability to be herself, while appreciating her vulnerability. Izzy is surrounded by a superb group of girlfriends with their own unique and special personalities.
Sep 11, Sam rated it it was ok. Izzy is a story that follows finding yourself and your friends in early middle school, and I would genuinely recommend this book to any young girls who feel like they don't have many friends, or that the world is against them sometimes e.
But reading this as an adult, I will say that sometimes the narration felt very pandering, even though the intended audience is children. Readers are spoon-fed morales, and parallels are addressed so explicitly and continuously that any chance juvenile readers might've had of coming to their own understanding is effectively snuffed out. There are a few pacing problems near the beginning and end as well, and a few things in the story are effectively left un-addressed I do realize a sequel is in the works.
I found myself truly laughing at some of the jokes in Izzy Malone, and the very concept of this book is an incredibly endearing one of originality and charm pun intended. Izzy is a very dynamic character, and following her from a potential juvenile delinquent to someone all young girls could aspire to be, gave me warm-fuzzies.
Jan 30, Rena rated it it was amazing Shelves: Read this book quickly in one sitting. Dec 12, Christina rated it it was amazing Shelves: The Charming Life of Izzy Malone is just that charming. Isabella "Izzy" Malone feels like an outcast in middle school where she is verbally bullied. And feels like everyone wants her to be like her older sister who she likes to call Carolyn the Grea "Sometimes I feel like a wildflower And feels like everyone wants her to be like her older sister who she likes to call Carolyn the Great.
If that wasn't enough Izzy's mother is running for Mayor, and she wants her daughter to just be "normal". Malone signs up Izzy to do a home-study charm school, meaning she will be receiving her assignments through the mail.
The teachers name is Mrs. Whippie, which I found her to be a pretty awesome character.
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Whippie wants Izzy to perform a series of task, once she finishes a task she receives a charm to put on her bracelet. And as Izzy goes through each task she finds some unexpected friends, but with each good deed things begin to get complicated. I think young girls that relate to Izzy will enjoy this book.
She's fearless, charming and unique in a room full of pretty pinkies. And every young girl should feel special awkward or not. We are all unique in our own ways. This book will definitely be on my daughters shelf once she gets to that age. I think it'll make a charming gift for my nieces too! But for the first half of its life, that butterfly inches along as a clunky caterpillar, moving slower than all the others, never knowing that one day, things will change Jan 20, michelle rated it really liked it Shelves: I really enjoyed this book but it wasn't anything like I expected.
Somehow, I got the notion that it had a magical quality to it, but I was actually thrilled to find that it didn't and that there was so much more. I think that this is an awesome read for young girls trying to figure out finding their own tribe and fitting in. Izzy Malone is in 6th grade and feels like she doesn't fit in. She doesn't want to talk about boys, clothes and make-up, she would rather talk to the stars and be out on the water with her kayak. She has her own fashion style that many people don't understand. She desperately wants to be on the rowing club, but can't seem to make it into that clique.
Her older sister is a prodigy musician and can do no wrong while Izzy finds herself routinely at the principal's office. She even feels like she has to make an effort for her own mother's attention. After her latest trip to the office, her parents decide she needs to be sent to charm school.
Feb 08, Evie rated it it was amazing. She desperately wants to be a part of the Dandelion Paddlers a rowing group at school , and even though she was qualified to make the team, she was not chosen. It has humor and moral lessons that are sure to strike a cord for all readers. I will get into more details in my review on my youtube channel- kwellsbooks. Hardcover , pages.
Izzy is sent to Mrs. Whippie's Earn Your Charm School. It isn't your typical etiquette class and that's what makes it so perfect. Izzy is sent letters with tasks that she needs to perform in order to get charms for a charm bracelet. She struggles with the tasks, but ultimately accomplishes them. However, there are a number of hiccups along the way. The important thing is that each time she accomplishes a task, she also writes a letter back to Mrs.
Whippie which are rather therapeutic for her. She also starts making some real friends. This is a great book about finding yourself in the noise that is all around you. Knowing that sisters can be completely different and completely perfect in their own special way. Understanding that parents aren't perfect either. A great book for the tween set! Her mom is running for mayor and is worried about being embarrassed by Izzy, and her sister Carolyn seems to be the perfect daughter. She desperately wants to be a part of the Dandelion Pad kidlitexchange partner Thank you to kidlitexchange for the review copy of The Charrning Life of Izzy Malone.
She desperately wants to be a part of the Dandelion Paddlers a rowing group at school , and even though she was qualified to make the team, she was not chosen. I fell in love with Izzy from the start of this book. She is smart, spunky, and charming. I especially liked the rekindling of her friendship with Violet. Aug 29, Melissa Mcavoy rated it really liked it Shelves: Middle schooler, Izzy, is a bit of a rebel and a winning misfit.
May 30, Lyn rated it it was amazing Shelves: Izzy Malone is the "weird" kid in middle school that no one wants to be seen with - even at home, she doesn't fit in. The story is perfectly written for middle school kids, with family and social struggles that are perfectly realistic. It was fun to read, and had just a hint of romance, which I think was also realistic for that age. I'd definitely recommend it; it's a clean read, with plenty of things for kids to learn. I received this book for free through Goodreads Giveaways.
Nov 03, katrina gabrielle rated it really liked it Shelves: It didn't simplify complex life situations or family dynamics or individual experiences. It had more character development than any YA novel. It brought up romantic feelings as a part of life but not a central theme. It dealt with friendship, empathy, rebellion, and coming to see the sadness in others instead of reacting with blind anger.
I want a charm bracelet too. Nov 02, Nancy Luebke rated it it was amazing. This is an enjoyable Teen read. I've chosen to review it. My hubby even enjoyed it. My granddaughters almost fought over it. It certainly held their attention. This is a fun, clean read especially for the early teen.
Sep 27, Caroline rated it it was amazing Shelves: This was such a fun book to read! The voice is fantastic and so Izzy, and I love the small town setting. Younger- and mid-age middle grade readers will especially love Izzy's adventures and obstacles. Jul 29, Kat Ice rated it it was amazing. This was a really "charming" book! I thought this concept was really cute but I will say it seemed to have too many ideas in it. I could have done without some of the issues but in all it was a really cute summer read. I will get into more details in my review on my youtube channel- kwellsbooks.
Jul 21, Dani rated it it was amazing Recommends it for: This was a really good book about making friends where you don't expect them and people who change. Dec 13, Tiffiny rated it did not like it Shelves: I think you have to be in middle school to really enjoy this one. May 25, Ashley Salisbury rated it it was amazing. I absolutely loved reading this book. More review to come, promise Aug 31, Scout Steinmiller rated it it was amazing.
Review copy provided by NetGalley Izzy is the problem-ridden child of the family.
Her sister Carolyn is a musical prodigy and the star of her mother's eye. Her mother is running a losing campaign for mayor, but it's making her a little crazy. Every time Izzy loses her temper and causes trouble, her mother views it first from the lens of how it will make her look in her quest to become mayor.
Izzy's father is the police chief, and has been helping Izzy to train to join the Paddlers, the town's pre Review copy provided by NetGalley Izzy is the problem-ridden child of the family. Izzy's father is the police chief, and has been helping Izzy to train to join the Paddlers, the town's premier junior rowing team.
Izzy's story revolves mostly around her relationships with her classmates who torment her pretty regularly and her family where the biggest power player is her disappointed mother.
In addition to her immediate family, Izzy lives with her Aunt Mildred and her Grandma Bertie, elderly twins with a fondness for bickering. In essence, Izzy's is a life full of confrontation, but internally, Izzy is compassionate, emotional, and lonely. When she has to participate in a mail order charm school to improve upon her bad habits, it seems like life is only going to become more difficult, until the tasks she is assigned start to change her life in all sorts of unexpected ways not necessarily improvements as much as complications, but changes nonetheless.
Izzy grows a lot in the course of the narrative, but any reader will surely be rooting for her from the start. I was very impressed with this. It was well presented and Izzy was both likeable and complicated. This is definitely a text worth adding to your collection. I will be recommending it to many of my realistic fiction fans. Nov 29, Maureen Lubitz rated it it was amazing. I have a nine-year-old daughter who loves reading, and I am always looking for new books for her. To make matters worse, her mother is running for mayor of their small Napa Valley town, and Izzy is expected to be on her best behavior all the time.
If she can complete an assignment, she will receive a charm for her bracelet. Izzy tries to follow Ms. This is a delightful book. It has some wonderful lessons about the importance of friendship and family, and standing up for what you believe in. As the story progresses, Izzy realizes the impact that her actions have on others, and she adjusts herself.
I also think the target reading audience will be able to empathize with Izzy, who just wants to be accepted for who she is. This book is perfect for middle grade readers. I am looking forward to sharing this book with my fourth grade daughter. I was excited to discover that this book is the first in a duology, and I am looking forward to returning to Dandelion Hollow in the future!
May 28, J. The Charming Life of Izzy Malone was an awesome read, one that appeals to all ages and all people. Each friend is introduced in their own spotlight, first Violet, then Daisy, and finally Sophia. The way these characters eased their way into the storyline and into your heart was so beautiful and I absolutely fell in love with them and the friendships th The Charming Life of Izzy Malone was an awesome read, one that appeals to all ages and all people.
The way these characters eased their way into the storyline and into your heart was so beautiful and I absolutely fell in love with them and the friendships they formed. I thought the twists were clever—though not shocking, to me at least—and the storyline was spectucular in its structure. It was realistically painted and remarkably written. Instead the message sent is waiting is OK, which I thought was fantastic and a nice breath of fresh air, separate and different from the immature love stories clotting the pages of most middle-grade novels.
Throughout the book, I sensed that the author was a Christian, and I was very happy to find she was; I saw the threads of her values and beliefs make their way throughout the pages of this book, nothing direct or straightforward, but quiet and subtle. Way to go, Jenny Lundquist! Wholeheartedly a great, sweet, charming read!! Oct 12, Sally Spratt rated it it was amazing Shelves: She has a few problems, one being she visits the school principal, a lot.
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