Publication
Date: September 6, 2016
Hardcover, 368 pages, Balzer + Bray
Genres:
YA, Contemporary
Aspiring reporter Piper Baird
decides to write a scathing exposé on the overprivileged students at an elite
Washington, DC, school, only for her life to change when she begins to fall for
the story's main subject, in this new realistic contemporary romance from Brodi
Ashton, the author of the Everneath trilogy.
Raucous parties, privileged
attitudes, underage drinking, and diplomatic immunity...it’s all part of
student life on Embassy Row.
Piper Baird has always dreamed of
becoming a journalist. So when she scores a scholarship to exclusive Chiswick
Academy in Washington, DC, she knows it’s her big opportunity. Chiswick offers
the country’s most competitive prize for teen journalists—the Bennington
scholarship—and winning will ensure her acceptance to one of the best schools
in the country.
Piper isn’t at Chiswick for two
days before she witnesses the intense competition in the journalism program—and
the extreme privilege of the young and wealthy elite who attend her school. And
Piper knows access to these untouchable students just might give her the edge
she’ll need to blow the lid off life at the school in a scathing and
unforgettable exposé worthy of the Bennington.
The key to the whole story lies
with Rafael Amador, the son of the Spanish ambassador—and the boy at the center
of the most explosive secrets and scandals on Embassy Row. Rafael is big
trouble—and when he drops into her bedroom window one night, asking for help,
it’s Piper’s chance to get the full scoop. But as they spend time together,
Piper discovers that despite his dark streak, Rafael is smart, kind, funny, and
gorgeous—and she might have real feelings for him. How can she break the story
of a lifetime if it could destroy the boy she just might love?
My Review
I haven’t read a Brodi Ashton book in soooo long. When I
picked this one up, I hadn’t realized how much I missed Brodi’s writing style. Diplomatic Immunity is a charismatic and
fun adventure with a relatable protagonist.
Okay, so Piper Baird isn’t the most relatable character
ever. She is a little obsessed with journalism; however, her conversations had
me cracking up. As someone who has my own in-my-head conversations and then
forces my random thoughts on others, Piper’s voice was super relatable.
Thankfully, though, Piper has much more amusing talks with more interesting
people than I typically do. *cough* cute guys *cough*
Now, something I didn’t like quite as much about Piper was her
decision to write the exposé in the first place. I’m not sure what she really
thought would happen if it ever got released into the public. I think any
reader could see this as a Mean Girls
Burn Book situation.
Other than that little issue, this book was a surprise
through and through. I was smiling so much throughout the entire read. It was
just a fun, romantic story. Rafael was a sweet love interest, if a little
troubled at times, and Piper’s friends and family were very supportive and
present. I do, however, wish there was more with the family and friends towards
the end. I just wanted more!
All in all, this was a great read. I flipped through it so
fast and kept giggling throughout, so if you’re looking for a fun, plot-driven YA
contemporary romance, I’d highly suggest Diplomatic
Immunity. It’s a perfect read for fans of Kasie West or Stephanie Perkins.
*Note:
I borrowed a copy of this book from my local library. This in no way affected
my opinion/review.
I haven't read Brodi Ashton before but this sounds like a fun read. I love books with a bit of humor so I will have to look for it. Great review!
ReplyDeleteIt's very cute. :)
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