All That Glitters

I love Vicky Pattison and after reading her autobiography last year I couldn't wait to read her first fiction novel. Issy Jones is our main character and despite having a somewhat settled life, she has always wished for more and so when her dad puts her forward for a sensational new reality TV show, she soon finds that her dreams could be about to come true. I assumed from the blurb that the book would be Geordie Shore in book form, but the reality TV show is actually a hairdressing competition, where the contestants live together and are filmed 24/7, with one of them being voted out each week after completing various hairdressing tasks. The format actually works really well, allowing the story to move along at just the right pace.Issy is an instantly likeable character and I think that was because in the beginning she was just so normal and easy to imagine as a real person. She wanted the life that fame could give her, but not at the expense of whoring herself out or going against her beliefs. In fact, once she's in the house and meets the other contestants she's actually quite naive which again just highlighted what a normal person she was. She's a girl that female readers will really be able to relate to and root for as they read this book.There's a great mix of characters in All That Glitters and I won't list them all but often it's the ones that you detest that stand out the most and one character in particular was Mia. I love those characters that get your blood boiling and this time around that came in the form of this snooty posh girl, who looked down her nose at everybody else when really she was the trashiest one in there. She very quickly rubs the housemates up the wrong way and you just know she would be a nightmare to live with. Issy for the most part handles things quite well, but there's more than a few intense and drama filled scenes between the two.Issy soon struggles with her new-found fame, and her inability to keep in touch with her family and friends and her fans across social media but she forges some friendships in the house (and some of the males soon catch her eye). I think Vicky probably put a lot of her own experiences into the story, especially those behind the scenes moments where we find out just how much of what we see on screen, or read in the press, is faked and untrue. In terms of where Issy's story goes it's difficult to discuss in detail but I got completely consumed by everything that was going on, and in terms of the romance in the story it's an addictive read with lots of twists and turns. I did work out a couple of things, but that in no way lessened my enjoyment. I found myself picturing this TV series actually being on TV and I think because of how amazing some of the drama is, it would be a huge hit. There are some brilliant scenes throughout.All That Glitters is a hugely enjoyable read with a truly satisfying ending and it is a book that I have no hesitation in recommending as one of the summer's must reads. I can't wait to read more from Vicky Pattison.

I found this book a really enjoyable girly read! I thought it was going to be like Geordie Shore the reality TV show but it's about hairdressing so not a predictable read which if I'm honest was expecting! If you want to read a grip your knickers story then this is the one for you enjoy!

This book is amazing and gets you instantly hooked. It felt like i was actually watching a movie because you imagine everything that's in the book (it would make an excellent film). It was completely unpredictable - I managed to read it within 2 days! Everything is so descriptive which makes you really attached to the characters and made me emphasize with them. I highly recommend it because i'm so happy with Vicky's book - you will not regret buying it! :)

it took me three attempts to get into the book, by chapter 19 i couldn't put it down. a lovely read

Nice and easy read for young adult women. Was a good holiday read

Great girly read, you find yourself annoyed with certain characters and glued to read on to find out how everything will work out!

I was quite sceptical about this book as I always am when buying a celebs novel,l however, I could not put this book down once I started, finished it in 3 days! Absolutely brilliant read, can't wait for the next book to be released! Definitely recommend this.

I was really genuinely surprised,all that glitters is one of the best books I've read and I've read a lot. Please please don't stop writing books Vicky. I can't wait to read your next one.