Geek Magnet

by Kieran Scott

Book Overview

Everybody loves KJ. Especially the geeks. See, KJ Miller is super nice, smart, pretty, the stage manager of her high school's spring musical . . . and a total geek magnet. She's like the geek pied... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0142414174
• ISBN13: 9780142414170
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Speak
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.4" x 8.1"
• Age Range: 12 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 7 and higher

Customer Reviews

Thank goodness! One of the rare books for teens that ISN'T corny!!!

I love these kind of cute romance novels. However, most of them are extremely corny, and make me cringe. I'm just thankful that this one didnt! I am very excited about reading more books that Kieran Scott wrote, she is honestly a great author. I just can't believe how much i ended up liking the book! Looking at the title/cover/introduction, you probably don't expect much sophistication from this novel. However, a lot of true life stories are incorporated into this novel. It really suprised me how effortlessly Kieran Scott described complicated situations that some people go through in life. And you know how some teen books (especially teen romance books) are just SO corny? this one wasn't! All in all, i give it 5 stars. trust me, you WILL end up liking it. I felt that i struck gold when i discovered this author, and cannot wait to read more books by her!

AMAZING

I absolutetly loved this book! It's such a great story about popularity, friendship, boys, and family. KJ and myself are so much alike. I could really understand where she is coming from. We are both geek magnets, we think similarily, and we both are involved in musicals (except i actually preform in them rather than work back stage). I love Robbie! He is so sweet and i quiet often found myself laughing out loud to some of the things he says. Such a great character. I highly recommend this book not only for teens but also for anyone.

Nice Girls Finish First!

High school junior KJ (short for Katie Jean) is very kind. Maybe too kind. She can't seem to say "no" when classmates or adults ask her for help. She does say "no" to the geeky boys who are attracted to her, um, body, but they don't always get the hint because she's still super nice to them. Most of the story revolves around a musical production of Grease taking place at KJ's school, Washington High. In fact, the book begins with a cast list noting all of the main characters and what roles they play in both the show and in KJ's life. The book is written in traditional prose, but instead of having numbered chapters, it is split up into five acts, and each chapter is a numbered scene with a title that hints at the action to come. This book will give readers a newfound respect for theatre crew members. KJ works her tail off backstage as the stage manager. I was pleased to see a protagonist who took pride in her work, and happy that she wanted that position and loved it, as opposed to the typical "I want to be the lead!" or "I want to be on stage, but I'm too shy - Oh, wait, now I'm the lead right in time for the happy ending!" stories. There's nothing wrong with those stories, of course, but those behind the scenes really ought to be celebrated just as much as those on stage. Musical theatre is my passion, and Grease is the word, so I loved all of musical scenes. I applauded the non-traditional casting: popular girl Tama, who has beautiful cocoa skin and sassiness to spare, plays Sandy; KJ has red hair and is, err, well-developed but so uncomfortable with her body that she covers it up in layers and hoodies. As an actress/singer/dancer who occasionally works as a stage manager, I really appreciated KJ's dedication to the show, and all of the little tidbits about the production. KJ herself must do a little acting on more than one occasion. She's known for being the nice girl, and she's always tried to let boys down gently, Tama encourages her to be bolder, even a little rude, in an effort to repel the guys and stop being a geek magnet. KJ's home life takes a turn for the worse when her father starts drinking more and more frequently. KJ tries to hide her father's alcoholism from her friends and stay upbeat, but it's hard. Kieran Scott has written a surprisingly poignant story with a healthy mix of drama and fun. She handles serious issues with tact and feeling while giving the story enough humor and sentiment to keep her main character positive. In addition to the drama on and off stage, Geek Magnet also has carpools, understudies, skee-ball, and paint. Lots and lots of paint. Throughout the book, KJ releases her frustration through her art, painting up a storm whenever she's really emotional. Trivia: Kieran Scott also writes under the name of Kate Brian, best known for her bestselling series Private.

Magnet for Readers

I absolutely loved this book. Saw it by chance and decided the premise was interesting and fun enough to pick up. I was not disappointed. It was thoroughly enjoyable. Very fun, light reading, and quite entertaining. I would definitely recommend this one.

Courtesy of Teens Read Too

A girl loved by geeks. How can you not love a character that is loved by people who secretly drive her insane? KJ Miller is a nice girl. She's nice to everyone. She doesn't have a mean bone in her body. Until she meets Tama Gold. And becomes friends with her. The popular girl. The girl who teaches her how to "stand up" for herself. Or, basically, more or less, teaches her how to be mean! KJ finally gets the chance to go out with her wildly popular crush and realizes something. But what exactly? Is Tama really her friend? And is her crush really her crush? GEEK MAGNET is definitely the 2008 summer must-read! I adored KJ right from the first page. There are serious issues in this book, but they are portrayed in the most fabulous way. Funny! A book everyone should read this summer! Reviewed by: Taylor Rector