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Dec 21, 2023fantasycookie_kotlc rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this book. It was silly and sarcastic at the right times. Just found out there is a sequel! Yay! :)
Jul 08, 2022SAPL_Adults_StaffPicks rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
SUPER SUMMER READING CHALLENGE REVIEW I loved all of the pop culture references made throughout the book by Ell Wittimer and Darien Freeman. Elle loves Starfield, a classic scifi show she used to watch with her dad when he was alive. When…
Dec 18, 2021bocalibrary_Victoria rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
If there was ever a powerfully sincere and sweet book about the importance of fandom and the true reasons we cosplay, this book is it. Everyone can read this book and rejoice in the fact that we are not alone. Ashley Poston is spot on!
Dec 15, 2021rbico rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
“Geekerella” by Ashley Poston tells of a geek girl who meets a heartthrob boy. With both her parents gone, Elle Wittimer lives only with her “stepmonster” and stepsisters. When she discovers a cosplay contest at the ExcelsiCon, she has to…
Aug 19, 2021mk_chung rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
In this modern retelling of Cinderella, Ashley Poston shoots us to the stars and back with alternating perspectives Elle Wittimer and Darien Freeman. Elle is a full-time fangirl of Starfield, so when she learns of the cosplay contest for…
Jul 13, 2021severina2001 rated this title 2 out of 5 stars
Elle must circumvent the machinations of her evil stepmother and her twin stepsisters if she is to attend the cosplay contest at her local sci-fi convention. I love the IDEA behind this modern take on Cinderella. Elle works at the Magic…
Jul 09, 2021haaaphammm rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
Ella Wittimer has always loved Starfield as it reminds her of the good old times before her father passed away, leaving her stuck with her stepmother and twin stepsisters. When she finds out Darien Freemen is starring as Carmindor in the…
Jan 25, 2021sarahmokhtari rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
“Geekerella” tells the story of geeky fangirl Elle Wittimer, who lives and breathes all things Starfield, a popular fantasy/sci-fi tv show she basically grew up watching. Suddenly, Starfield is slated to be produced into a modern Hollywood…
Aug 08, 2020IntrovertReader rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Initial Review: So, this is not the cleanest edit and it’s not Literature, but I grinned from ear-to-ear the entire time I was reading. I couldn’t wait to see how it ended but at the same time, I didn’t want it to end. It’s an adorable…
Apr 28, 2020LibraryLeia rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I wasn't sure what to expect when I checked out this book but I was pleasantly surprised with it! Geekerella is a fantastic, fun, fandom-filled, modern-day, re-telling of Cinderella. Poston does a wonderful job creating the back story for…
Apr 06, 2020JCLMirandaA rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
A mistaken text leads to a full-blown penpal relationship between the lead of the blockbuster and the blogger that criticized his casting. A fandom twist on Cinderella from the traditional elements like evil stepmother/sisters and the…
Mar 05, 2020
Absolutely predictable, but also completely charming. This is the modern retelling of Cinderella where the ball is a comic con, the prince is a teenage heartthrob staring in (and potentially ruining) the reboot of a beloved franchise, the…
Dec 27, 2019LaNomada01 rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
There’s something about the familiar. It’s comforting, yet frustrating at the same time. And that’s what this book is to me. I love retellings, it’s what got me into this game of reading and it’s honestly what will keep me here. This book…
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Sep 10, 2019terryginz rated this title 2 out of 5 stars
When I looked at the cover, I instantly wanted to read this. It started out pretty good but towards the middle, it became very annoying to me. The reason is not that it's predictable but it became very flat to me like the author was trying…
Jul 17, 2019GreenNinjaGirl rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
What a great book!! From a great author comes a great story about a space themed TV show fan-girl and an acclaimed actor. Darian is hired to perform in a remake of a popular 1980's TV show and Elle decides to enter the cosplay contest and…
May 16, 2019AConsolver rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
4 Stars - I recommend if you enjoy contemporary YA, and nerd culture. Ella grew up with her parents who met at a Starfield convention, even after their deaths, she carries the love of the show in her heart. When the movie-rooboot of…
Mar 27, 2019
A fun twist on a classic tale, great for anyone in a fandom. Though at times some of the "geek" references are a little heavy handed, it's fun to recognize some of my own favorites, particularly those under-appreciated, get some attention.
Jan 17, 2019goddessbeth rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This one hit all my sweet spots: fairytale retelling, geek-centric, authentic voice, believably diverse cast, and sweet romance. I do adore a geek-centric story, when it comes from an honest fandom voice. My favorite is still (by far) The…
Dec 02, 2018JCLHebahA rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
This was a cute, breezy, fandomish read. It wasn't my favorite Cinderella adaptation (Marissa Meyer's Cinder), nor was it my favorite nerdy fandom/convention story (Danika Stone's All the Feels), but I enjoyed the read and would happily…
Oct 22, 2018red_sheep_101 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Beautiful language. REALLY HOOKY. This book is beautifully written.
May 12, 2018Starpoem rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
Retellings of "Cinderella" come a dime a dozen, so you may find yourself asking whether this one is worth your time. And my answer to you is an unequivocal YES. It is worth it. Sure, Geekerella is a little cheesy, but it is obviously…
Apr 08, 2018KMJ_ rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
This is a cute, retelling of the Cinderella story. The narrative switches between Darien, a teen idol, and Elle, a fangirl trying to get away from her stepmother. We all know where the story is going from the beginning. It is Cinderella…
Mar 22, 2018LiztheLibrarian rated this title 2 out of 5 stars
The story pretty closely followed the Cinderella story arch. I really enjoyed the inclusion of a strong fandom, a con, and cosplay, however the fact that neither of the two main characters stood up for themselves until the very end was…
Feb 19, 2018koiishi22 rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this book, i love that there were so many geeky things thrown into the mix. The cosplaying, Team Four Star (i mean c'mon thats insta win for me), all the nerdy fandom you could ever want plus some good romance for two…
Feb 07, 2018
A sci-fi retelling of Cinerella with fandoms and cons and movie stars