Georgetown Academy: Book Three in The Coliloquy Book Group

Jan 21, 2013 Kate (VerbVixen) rated it really liked it

Georgetown Academy Book 3- Jessica Koosed Etting and Alyssa Embree Schwartz

It’s Inaugeration Day and what better way to celebrate than with some fictional political drama. I don’t know about you but the fictional kind is much more palatable to me than the real life political drama these days. That being said, Georgetown Academy Book Three JUST came out on January 15th and this time, we’re hitting the slopes. A few weeks have lapsed since the end of Book Two and the Follow the Stars event and the ...more

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Feb 18, 2013 Pretty in Fiction rated it it was amazing

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Skiing! That's what Georgetown Academy: Book 3 is all about. Well, really it's about the character's we've come to know and love going on their annual ski trip to Vermont and all the romantic drama and scandals that follow them there. At this point in the series we're far enough in that we know these characters and have a pretty good idea when they're making mistakes. I love all of these characters so it's interesting to see all of their problems finally coming to a head in Book 3. It's also pro Skiing! That's what Georgetown Academy: Book 3 is all about. Well, really it's about the character's we've come to know and love going on their annual ski trip to Vermont and all the romantic drama and scandals that follow them there. At this point in the series we're far enough in that we know these characters and have a pretty good idea when they're making mistakes. I love all of these characters so it's interesting to see all of their problems finally coming to a head in Book 3. It's also probably my favorite book in the series so far and had me laughing out loud at some of the banter between the characters.

Taryn, one of my favorite of the GA girls, came off pretty whiny in the beginning of this book. But that lasted for, oh, about half a second. Once she hits the slopes with Brooks you really see that carefree, wild spirit that is an essential part of who Taryn is. Regardless of any relationship drama Taryn is always a pleasure to read about.

Poor Brinley. The girl may seem like your standard mean girl on the outside but on the inside she's got more depth than any of the other girls. I was so happy that she went to rehab and was proactively trying to get better after everything that happened in Book 2. And the fact that no one, aside from her brother Brooks, takes her recovery seriously just made me feel even worse for her. But at least she got to meet Shane, the adorable townie from the ski resort. Brinley far exceeded my expectations of her in this book. While her snobbery may know no bounds, neither does her loyalty to her friends and her resolve to do the right thing.

I felt terrible for Evan. For a girl who seems to truly want to do the right thing all the time, she really gets the short end of the stick. That just doesn't seem fair to me. But karma works wonders for sweet girls with crushes on nice boys, doesn't it? Well, it does in this latest installment of the GA series!

There is a bit of a bright side for Ellie finally. After meeting cute Weston and getting back in her mother's good graces things really seem to be looking up for her. Or is Weston really someone she should be trusting? What I love about Ellie is that, while she puts her mother's career ahead of her own feelings, she's not one to make stupid mistakes and I ended this book feeling proud of her.

Is there anything better than a handful of hot guys at a ski resort? No. No there isn't. And that's exactly what Book 3 gives us! The GA guys are out looking good in their ski gear (especially Brooks who Taryn actually compares to a Saks mannequin. Ha!). Speaking of Brooks, holy moly! The chemistry and banter between him and Taryn is off the charts. I always knew he was my favorite GA boy! As I was reading I kept having to pause to screech, Ohmygodhessocute!

If you've read the other books in this series then you'll definitely want to continue the adventure with the Georgetown gang as they travel to Vermont in this fun, drama filled third book in the series. If you haven't started this series yet, then please! Give it a try. I can't stress enough how in love with these characters I am. ...more

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Jun 10, 2013 Kat rated it liked it

Kat's Review

I've been remiss in not reviewing this earlier, but with book four set to be published tomorrow, along with a Season One four book set to be made available, it's time to write this review. If you're not familiar with the series, Georgetown Academy follows the lives of students at an elite high school in Washington, D.C. where students of those involved in Washington politics attend classes. Told from multiple perspectives, the books provide a fascinating look at how the politics of ...more

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Jan 15, 2013 Heidi rated it it was amazing

Book 3 is another brilliant edition to the Georgetown Academy series. The main story, this time, does not play in Washington DC, but all the students find themselves on an annual ski retreat in Stowe, Vermont. Will there be much time for actual skiing or will other affairs be more prominent?

Whereas I read Books 1 and 2 straight after each other, I read a couple of different books in between Books 2 and 3. I was slightly worried that I might not remember the storyline as well, but the authors are ...more

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Jan 17, 2013 Jennifer Ko rated it it was amazing

Georgetown 3 does not disappoint. Even though the students are away in Vermont the drama definitely follows, along with a few unexpected twists and turns. What I like most about the series so far is that the characters, who all have their share of flaws, are still likable and easy to identify with. In Book Three, we meet a few new (and yummy) characters. I especially loved the dialogue in this book, particularly between Taryn and a certain someone. Anyone looking for an entertaining read, look n ...more

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Jan 20, 2013 Literally Jen rated it liked it

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Some pretty intense things have been happening with a few members of Georgetown Academy's student body, and I was eager to catch up with them and see how they were dealing with their drama. In Georgetown Academy Book Three, secrets are revealed, new dangers are met, and romantic feelings are expressed. There is truly never a dull moment in the world of Georgetown Academy. (If this is the first time you're heading about this book and series, check out my reviews of books one and two to get yourse Some pretty intense things have been happening with a few members of Georgetown Academy's student body, and I was eager to catch up with them and see how they were dealing with their drama. In Georgetown Academy Book Three, secrets are revealed, new dangers are met, and romantic feelings are expressed. There is truly never a dull moment in the world of Georgetown Academy. (If this is the first time you're heading about this book and series, check out my reviews of books one and two to get yourself caught up.)

In Georgetown Academy Book Three, Brinley Madison (yes, she's a descendant of a certain famous president with the same last name) is recovering from her Adderall addiction. Though it may be too soon for her to reintegrate herself into Georgetown Academy life, she attends the school ski trip and is grateful to be away from D.C. for awhile. Taryn and Gabe are still going strong, but he has yet to "define the relationship". Evan and Hunter are avoiding one another, but she may get her chance with him when she and Luke stage their breakup. Ellie is hanging out with Weston, the son of her mother's friend, who just may be more than she can handle.

I loved the change of scenery in Georgetown Academy Book Three. This ski trip takes all of the main girls out of their stressful environments and lets them have a little fun-and for one of them, maybe just a bit more fun than she might want. Of the four girls, I was most intrigued by Ellie's and Weston's storyline. It felt familiar, and that's probably because it's similar to something that happened in one of my favorite WB shows from way back when. What happens to Ellie and another classmate is a serious matter, and I'm glad that the authors brought it up. It's a great cautionary tale for young girls, and unfortunately that type of thing does happen in the real world. Hopefully girls who participate in underage drinking might learn a thing or two from what Ellie goes through.

Being such a short book, the fun ended all too soon. The more installments in this series I read, the more attached I become to all of the characters, even Brinley. I'm happy that some of the relationship drama is getting worked out and that they each may find the person they are meant to be with. Some of the background characters, like Luke, still have some hardships ahead to face. I'm also looking forward to seeing what happens with Taryn and Brooks-who are absolutely perfect for each other. Something big is going on with Taryn's family as well, and I'm dying to know what it is.

*I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.*
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Jan 17, 2013 Waynn rated it it was amazing

The drama keeps increasing at Georgetown Academy! I never thought I'd ever like Brinley, but her redemption (well, kind of) made me really like her character. I can see where the authors have derived inspiration from real life events, from the inauguration of the President to even things like the Duke lacrosse team. And they've really nailed the dialog -- I feel like this is just how my girlfriends and I talked in high school. In fact, I've been sending parts to them, and they all just bought it ...more

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Jan 18, 2013 Sandra rated it really liked it

Privileged kids from Georgetown Academy go on break at a hotel with skiing, snowboarding, and partying day and night. Getting away from D.C. should be relaxing and fun but some of them find it just as pressure filled as new relationships are formed, alliances and friendships are tested and love blossoms on the slopes.

Ellie, Brooks, Taryn, Hunter, Evan, Gabe, and Brinley will have you flipping the pages and deciding which stories to follow from the females' vantage points as a trip to the emergen ...more

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