All-American Girl (All-American Girl #1)

Reader reviewed by Allyssa

Samantha is your average, all American Girl. She is stuck in the middle, with her older sister being popular and her younger sister being smart.
One day she saves the day by saving the president from an assassination, and suddenly she is the most popular girl at school.


It's written by Meg Cabot, who is an excellent author. I read this book not too long ago, and I thought it was really good. The story line was good, and Sam is a likable character.

Reader reviewed by Rachael

This book is awesome! Sam (Samantha) is a lot like the other people in the world. She is flunking something and has a dream of something that probaly won't happen. In Washington Nothing exciting happens. But soon she falls in love with the presidents son. Will she live happily ever or will things pop up?

Reader reviewed by edith

i think it was a great book. i liked how she was a diffrent character than the usual type of characters they put in books. i don't understand why she doesn't try to be friends with more people though.

i don't mean like being popular like her sister or anything, but just a few more friends wouldn't hurt. I can't believe her sister uses horse conditioner. i liked how she was friends with her maid.

i really liked her maid though; she was really funny. i waish i had a mom like her! well, mabey not the part about her knowing about everything i'm doing. her real mom's job is ironic: she is an environmental lawyer meaning she cares about the world and stuff, but she totally ignores her own three daughters cus she's so busy all the time.

Reader reviewed by chatterbox891

This book was extremely funny and I had fun reading it. Sam believes that she is a total loser and then one day...she rescues the President from a sniper. After that, she is stormed by reporters and news crews. The worst part (in her opinion) is that the President's son might have a crush on her!
I really liked this book and I can't wait for the sequel!!

Reader reviewed by The Lit Chick

the story is a bit unrealistic, but everyone loves a fairy tale, especially the one taking place on broad daylight (or rainy day) in washington dc. and meg has created her best heroine ever. sam madison is witty, hilarious and modest. definitely the right candidate for the teen ambasssador to the UN.besides, she's tough. what more could you ask for?

Reader reviewed by Roxee

I loved the Princess Diaries, so I decided to give Meg Cabot another try. She won my interest once more! All American girl is about Samantha, classified as a "goth" by most people. She is simply trying to sneak out of art class when she sees a potential assanin to the president ready to fire! With her quick thinking, she saves the president and wins America's affections. There's all sorts of quirky twists, like a romance with the president's son, art class, and becoming a teen embassedor to the United Nations.
Though highly unlikely, Sam's story is delightfully entertaining.

All American girl was the type of book I read for pleasure and get nothing out of except a good time. I wouldn't call the book informative, school-related, or deep...but it isn't boring either! I'd reccomend All American girl to someone who has a little spare time to read this fun book. It's great before bed, on the beach, or whenever you'l be in a car for a long time. Whatever the occassion, All American Girl is sure to bring laughs to the reader!

Reader reviewed by Fiona Flamingo

Samantha, outspoken artist and clad-in-black envioronmentalist is an ordinary teen. Then she accidently saves the President and that throws her life completly out of balance.
She gets to know David, who is a classmate in art classes and also the President's son.

The book is interesting, witty and Samantha voices her opinions in an inspiring fashion. I could completely relate to the art lessons in Sam's life. Those parts were believable, but the part about saving the president was a little far-fecthed, but that is what makes the book so...endearing.
Overall, I recommend this books to teens who enjoy humour, laced with romance!

Reader reviewed by Caroline M.

Dear Meg Cabot, This book was a Great book!!!!! Its was exciting and fun and i loved it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Reader reviewed by Stella

All-American Girl is the classic story of boy meets girl, with a great sense of humour. One afternoon after art class, Sam saves the president of the United States, and consequently falls in love with his son.

Although the situations are a little unbelievable, it really is an enjoyable read marked by the quick wit of the main character, and the realistic writing style of Meg Cabot.

Reader reviewed by peppersue

Hey there, again. First off, this book is catchy and the lists after chapters are fun to read. The only downfall- boring parts find their way into the book. Many times through the book, I was thinking about not finishing it, but I'm glad I did because the ending was awesome.