While the writing was actually good, it was the lack of progression in how the characters grew that bothered me the most, considering this is a character-driven and not a plot-driven series. Review: While the first book was interesting enough to keep me reading, I found “Starstruck” written so much in the vein of the first book that I found myself DNFing this one before I could get halfway. ☆: 1.5/5 – very similar to book one, too similar. In the second novel in bestselling author Lauren Conrad’s Fame Game series, friendships are tested, lines are crossed, and fashion crimes are committed-and that’s before the cameras even start rolling. So when two of the girls have their eye on the same guy, that can mean only one thing: on-camera drama. And in Hollywood, leading men are a dime a dozen, but a good man is hard to find. Aspiring actress Carmen Curtis is finally making a name for herself, but she’s finding it harder than ever to get out from behind her famous mother’s shadow. Not that newcomer Kate Hayes needs more attention-ever since her breakout song became an overnight sensation she’s suddenly acting like she’s Katy Perry. After turning herself in for stealing some bling, the reality star is stuck doing community service while her Fame Game castmates soak up all the screen time. Madison Parker has discovered that not all publicity is good publicity. Summary: Are the stars of The Fame Game ready for their close-ups?

Publication Date: Octo(HarperTeen – North America)

The Fame Game by Lauren Conrad