Barham, Lisa. A girl like moi; the fashion, forward adventures of Imogene

Life at Greenwich Country Academy isn't always easy for Imogene, who is not part of the ASS-ettes (A-list super socialites under 19) crowd. However, Imogene writes a fashion forecast column in the high school newspaper, and her best friend Erie sews knock-offs of the top popular brand name outfits and sells them to their classmates at reduced prices, so they are hardly invisible. School is almost out for the summer, and they're finally going to get to go to Paris and stay with Imogene's rich aunt and spend tons of money! Then disaster strikes. The fabulous makeover that Erie had planned for their fast food job gets them both fired, and Imogene's parents find out about her unpaid credit card bill. They force her to find a summer internship and stay at home instead. It's not all bad, though. Conveniently, a plum assignment at Hautelaw opens up. This prestigious fashion forecasting agency needs an assistant. Imogene snatches the job and finagles her way to NYC for the summer, where a whole new set of catastrophes begins. Can she figure out how to retrieve her cell phone from the Italian hottie who stole it, save Hautelaw from sabotage, curb her shopaholic ways and still get to Paris? Readers will be eager to find out. This colorfully illustrated book is recommended for middle and high school girls who enjoy the Clique series and other chick lit novels. Olivia Durant, Libn., Webster PL, Webster, NY
by Olivia Durant