Its the first in the series where the main plot revolves not around Cammies romantic life, and where the romantic aspects, although present, take a back seat to the action (erm, the other'kind of action). The novel is a lot meatier than its two predecessors, with the plot featuring rather a lot more spying and life-risking and rather a lot less romantic bluster (although admittedly my fiances thoughts on the matter were not enough plot, too much romance. Moreover, its about not being able to trust others, even though you may have spent your whole life with themĭont Judge a Girl by her Cover'represents growth for both Ally Carter as an author and Cammie as a character. Its not about the odd tussle in the gym, but about the threat of real physical harm, as Cammie painfully (literally) finds out. In fact, its quite dangerousand not just to those immediately involved, but to anyone connected to her. Spying isnt all about breaking the Sodoku world record and being able to sing Top 40 songs in 37 different languages. For someone whose entire life is about vigilance, Cammie really has rather a poor sense of self-preservation.īut being rushed by a group of kidnappers starts to bring home to Cammie the reality of her situation. Sure, her fathers MIA, but the reality doesnt seem to have set in for Cammie yet, and she flouts rules with gay abandon and throws herself into danger with nary a second thought. Especially if youre Cammie Morgan, and trouble (and kidnappers) has a way of finding you.Ĭammies generally been fairly blase about her spyhood. Instead of competing for the worst part-time job or testing your physical endurance by embarking upon a Simpsons marathon, you may well spend your days accompanying your friends to political rallies and fending off would-be kidnappers. When youre a spy in training, school holidays take on a whole extra dimension.
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