Geekerella
Geekerella
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Charleston, South Carolina • 2010s
2017
YA
12-18 years
HL660L
Super Short Summary
Geekerella by Ashley Poston follows an individual navigating fandom culture and family challenges, blending elements of classic fairy tales with modern geek culture. The story culminates at a cosplay contest, intertwining romance and personal growth.
Reviews & Readership
70,585 ratings
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Review Roundup
Ashley Poston's Geekerella is celebrated for its heartwarming, modern twist on the classic Cinderella tale, appealing to fans of fandom culture. Reviewers admire its relatable characters and charming romance but note some predictability in the plot. Overall, it's a delightful read for young adults and pop culture enthusiasts alike.
Who Should Read Geekerella?
Readers who would enjoy Geekerella by Ashley Poston are fans of contemporary YA fiction with a penchant for fairy-tale retellings. Comparable to those who love Marissa Meyer's Cinder or Rainbow Rowell's Fangirl, these readers appreciate geek culture, cosplay, and heartwarming romance narratives set in modern settings.
70,585 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Geekerella cleverly combines elements of classic fairy tales and modern fandom culture, offering a narrative that many fans describe as a love letter to the geek community.
The novel features a fictional TV show called Starfield, which plays a pivotal role in the plot and draws inspiration from real-life science fiction series like Star Trek.
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Ashley Poston's Geekerella was published in 2017 and has since sparked an entire series known as the Once Upon a Con series, exploring different facets of the fandom world.
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Novel • Fiction
Charleston, South Carolina • 2010s
2017
YA
12-18 years
HL660L
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