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"The Debs" by Susan McBride – Review & Giveaway

By Chrysa | 2 Comments

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I recently read (and thoroughly enjoyed) “The Debs” by Susan McBride. This young-adult chick lit novel centers upon girls from the upper crust of Houston, all vying to be invited to debut as Rosebuds upon invitation from the Glass Slipper Club. As the girls anxiously wait to find out if they have been selected as debutantes, they also struggle through problems with parents, step-parents, boyfriends, friends and enemies.


Laura Delacroix Bell—this dazzling trust fund girl’s size 14 figure doesn’t stop her from attracting the sexiest scoundrel in town, or the admiring eye of the Glass Slipper Club. However, a salacious secret could take her out of the running.

Michelle “Mac” Mackenzie—brainy, cynical, and maybe a tad judgmental, Mac would rather bury her nose in a good book than embrace her deb destiny. But being a debutante was her late mother’s dream.

Ginger Fore—this adorable tree-hugger wants to wear her grandmother’s vintage ball gown instead of splurging on an expensive dress. Yet when she gets tangled up with an older guy, Ginger will have plenty more to think about.

Jo-Lynn Bidwill—a former child beauty queen, Jo-Lynn is a bitchy vamp who makes it her mission in life to take out the debu-trash. And Jo-Lynn’s sights are set on Laura Bell.

It has been quite some time since I read a young adult novel, but I'm a big fan of chick lit (although I still consider it a guilty pleasure). I was intrigued and entertained throughout “The Debs” and appreciated the development of each girl's character, as well as their relationships with each other. It was also a refreshing change to have the novel set in Houston, rather than the typical New York or LA. Just as the girls anxiously awaited their Glass Slipper Club invitations, I am anxiously awaiting the sequel “Love, Lies & Texas Dips” due out in June.

Giveaway: Thanks to the author, Susan McBride, one lucky Thrifty Jinxy reader is going to receive their own signed copy of “The Debs“, as well as a specially designed Lilly Pulitzer lipstick case. To enter, simply fill out the entry form below. Entry deadline is 11:59 PM EST 12/19/08. Full rules for the giveaway (including ways to gain extra entries) can be found here.

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About Chrysa

Chrysa is the founder and owner of ThriftyJinxy.com, a site dedicated to living a fabulous life on a frugal budget. Her approach is that by spending less on the boring everyday stuff, you can have more money to splurge on the things you REALLY want, whether it’s travel, fashion, electronics – you name it! Chrysa is married, has an 11-year-old nephew she dotes on, as well as three lovable cats and a big sweetie of a German Shepherd.

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  1. Cristina says

    December 8, 2008 at 2:33 pm

    I recently came across your blog and have been reading along. I thought I would leave my first comment. I don’t know what to say except that I have enjoyed reading. Nice blog. I will keep visiting this blog very often.

    Sarah

    http://www.thinkpadonline.info

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  2. Andrea says

    December 19, 2008 at 12:23 am

    Susan McBride is a talented author, I discovered her when I picked up my teen’s copy of Lonestar Lonely Hearts Club and we now keep an eye out for her new books. An autographed copy is a wonderful offering! Great blog, thank you!

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