The DiamondsTed Michael
Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Published April 14, 2009
Summary: The Diamonds rule the school. They are the four most popular girls at the Bennington School. All the girls want to be included in their group, and all the boys want to date the four members.
When Marni's boyfriend dumps her in front of the entire student body, the Diamonds take justice in their own hands, by heading up the Mock Trial Team and creating their own court. All is well for the Diamonds until Marni breaks one of the group's rules and begins dating (Diamond ring leader) Clarissa's ex-boyfriend. That's when things turn ugly.
Will the Diamonds hand Marni one of their harsh sentences or will she use what she knows about the group to her advantage, proving that one person can over turn the powerful group?
Review: We all know about the queen bees of high school; however Ted Michael has created a unique story that is about more than just social hierarchies.
The best aspect of this book is the incorporation of law and the US Constitution in the dramatic events that unfold in The Diamonds. Broken into two parts, this book outlines the first 10 amendments (Bill of Rights) and the ten Diamond rules. Each is presented with multiple exhibits which consist of drawings, newspaper articles, and other information pertinent to the story.
In addition to the originality of the plot, The Diamonds introduces us to solid characters. In this novel, each character truly is an individual and plays a special role. Typically the mean girls are seen as shallow, but pretty. While there are a couple of dense girls in The Diamonds, they add humor to the book. Still, while reading the book, I noticed intelligence, strength, and a self discovery in Marni.
The combination of romance, politics, true friendship, and drama make The Diamonds one of the most creative novels of its time. I thought it was phenomenal, and I look forward to what Ted Michael has to offer us in the future!
My Score: 9-You've gotta read this one!
4 comments:
Cool I like to read books by authors writing characters of the opposite sex and this sounds good!
Great review Shalonda! I now want to read this one. =]
Thanks for pointing out the strenths in the novel. Might pick it up.
I'm glad you liked it. Its nice to see a new take on a story. Might have to pick this up and read it...maybe :D
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