Prom Kings and Drama Queens, Dorian Cirrone

Cirrone, Dorian. (2008).
Prom Kings and Drama Queens.
New York: HarperTeen.
9780061143731
Genre: Realistic fiction, Chick-Lit

Being caught between a relationship with the boy of her dreams and planning a prom with her rival causes Emily Bennet to examine her values and make a difficult decision.
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Emily Bennet doesn’t buy into the superficial mindset of the rich kid prep school she attends. She has wanted to stand out and show everyone she can make a difference. She decides to go for the editor-in-chief position for her school newspaper, but her nemesis, Daniel, also vies for the position. At the same time, Emily has to figure out how attract the attention of her gorgeous basketball-star neighbor Brian. Not only will he notice her, but he may also take her to the prom. Emily bonds with Daniel when the two would-be editors witness Daniel and his teammates commit a shocking act of vandalism; the two reporters are shut out by school administration and unable to inform the community of the vandals’ identity. Emily and Daniel decide to take action and push for an alternative, less costly prom and donate the monies to a nursing home. Emily’s realization that looks can be deceiving is told through a refreshing, intelligent and witty voice. Definitely recommended—teens will enjoy Emily’s relationship choices as well as the inclusion of the social consciousness aspect.