So Yesterday
So Yesterday
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2004
Book Brief
256
Novel • Fiction
New York City • Contemporary
2004
YA
12-18 years
770L
Super Short Summary
So Yesterday by Scott Westerfeld follows seventeen-year-old Hunter Braque, a "cool hunter" in New York City who identifies emerging trends for corporations. He encounters Jen James, an innovative stylist, and together they investigate the disappearance of Hunter's boss, uncovering a plot involving a radical anti-consumerism group and the quest for authenticity in the world of fashion and marketing.
Mysterious
Adventurous
Informative
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
11,456 ratings
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Review Roundup
Scott Westerfeld's So Yesterday offers a unique exploration of consumerism and trends, praised for its engaging premise and fast-paced narrative. Readers appreciate the clever insights and relatable characters but note occasional plot predictability. The novel's commentary on society resonates well, although some find the depiction of "cool hunters" slightly exaggerated. Overall, it provides thoughtful and entertaining reading.
Who Should Read So Yesterday?
A reader who would enjoy So Yesterday by Scott Westerfeld is typically aged 12-18, enthusiastic about contemporary urban settings, and intrigued by themes of fashion, trends, and consumer culture. Fans of Feed by M.T. Anderson and Uglies by Westerfeld himself will find this book similarly engaging.
11,456 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
256
Novel • Fiction
New York City • Contemporary
2004
YA
12-18 years
770L
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