Light Reading

"Love, Rosie"

by Cecelia Ahern

The story revolves around Alex and Rosie who have been friends since primary school in Ireland. In their teenage years, they start to see each other as more than friends. But sudden news about Alex and his family leaving Ireland comes to the picture.

With the fear of being separated, Rosie applies for college in the States. Everything seems to fall into place until the eve of her departure - when she finds out that she's pregnant with someone she'd gone out with. Circumstance holds Rosie in Ireland to be a single mother, while Alex pursues his medical career in Boston. Add to that, Alex finds a new love there.

Told through a series of witty and clever e-mails, instant messages, letters and notes, Rosie and Alex realize that destiny has its own sense of humor and that fate has more in store for both of them. "Love, Rosie" is a funny, charming and romantic novel about fate and destiny that is sure to make readers laugh and curious how their story unfolds.

"Size 12 is Not Fat"

by Meg Cabot

After losing her recording contract, her boyfriend and her savings - thanks to her mother who ran off to Argentina - Heather Wells bids goodbye to her teen pop rocker life. Fast forward several pounds later, she'd gone from size 2 to size 12. Perfectly happy with her new physicality, she now decides to change her life by pursuing her degree and working as the Assistant Dorm Director at one of New York City's top colleges.

Then one sudden unexplainable death in her dorm leads to another. Heather couldn't help but want to find out the real story. So she tries to be the detective and solve the mystery herself. By asking questions and discreetly investigating gives her an insight as to who is the culprit. All the facts lead to that person but, at the same time, it raises the possibility of her being the next target.

A light and fun read, this story is perfect for those who love Chick lit and mystery novels rolled into one. Succeeding novels such as "Size 14 is Not Fat Either," "Big Boned and Size 12" and "Ready to Rock" continues Heather Wells journey.