Beautiful by Cindy Martinusen-Coloma
Publishing date: November 3, 2009 (soon!)
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
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Description:
Her friends once thought she was perfect. Now she must face the mirror--and herself--to discover what true beauty is.
Since childhood, seventeen-year-old Ellie Summerfield has fought to overcome her grandfather's painful words that push her to be driven, determined, and successful to the detriment of those around her. Ellie has everything a girl could want--she's beautiful, she's Senior Class President, has a calendar full of social engagements, volunteer commitments, and church activities. In short, she's perfect, according to most of the students at West Redding High School. But something is bothering Ellie, like a loose string on a dress she can feel but can't see. Does she really love her boyfriend, Ryan? Who are her true friends? And is she really happy in her picture-perfect life?
Then in the course of a few minutes, the loose string in Ellie's life completely unravels. Forever changed, she must face herself as she discovers what it really means to be beautiful.
Doesn't that sound GOOD? I always love stories of the seemingly perfect girl falling back to earth aka normality and off that pedestal. Plus, that loose string? And true beauty's always so interesting and insightful to read about. :D
What's your pick of the week? WoW is hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine.
3 months ago
Great pick! I can't wait for this book either. Just sounds really good.
ReplyDeleteOh wow this is the first time I have actually read the summery for this and now I can't wait. I will have to get my hands on a copy as soon as it hits shelves. Great WoW pick!
ReplyDeleteNever heard of this one, but it does sound really good!
ReplyDeleteI really love the cover. It definately has caught my attention. Good pick.
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