My Thoughts:

I am the type of person who grew up loving "vintage" things, only I didn't view them as vintage. Listening to records? Absolutely normal in my house. In fact, I have a record player and about 30 or so records of my own now. So the idea of this story--living simply--was one I liked immediately.

Mallory amused me so much with her commentary and the things she said to people. I find that it's hard to come across protagonists that are truly funny. Some can be "funny" except it's more of an annoying or forced kind of funny. With Mallory, she was just freaking FUNNY. And it was the little things too. One thing in the beginning when she was still dating Jeremy: she would make excuses to NOT kiss him. It was that whole situation that got me invested in the story.

When Mallory starts working on the list, it isn't as "simple" as expected. The times have changed, obviously, so trying to not go online or use a cell phone makes interacting with people difficult, especially when they have no idea what you're doing. Her sister, Ginnie, is extremely helpful and frustrating at the same time when it comes to Mallory's quest. And then there's Oliver--dear, sweet Oliver--who is there for her despite her fears of the possibility of being with Jeremy's cousin.

Going Vintage was a very adorable story. All the characters melded well together, everyone in the family and at school. The romantic aspect between Mallory and Oliver was only a little snippet of the story but the build up and tension made it worthwhile. In the end, Lindsey Leavitt didn't just wrap it up in a bow, it had a realistic ending. It is definitely worth reading.

My Rating: Very Good

I knew I would enjoy this books from the get-go. Loved the cover and I’m a sucker for all things 60’s. Breaking up after discovering her boyfriend cheated on her, Mallory decides to go tech-free. She does this in a way to just having something to do to get her mind off her ex. When she finds an old list of things to do from her grandma's high school days she thinks she’s found the perfect way to make her life right. Little goes she realizes that she is about to unlock a secret bigger than she would ever imagine. Not only does she help her grandma come to terms with past and choices but Mallory also finds herself.

This is a cute quick and wonderful read that will keep you entertained without a doubt. I loved the way Lindsey Leavitt wrote the various characters. While Mallory is the main character I must say her sister is my favorite. She really steals the scene. She’s funny and quick-witted, makes you feel like you’ve known them, people, forever. I highly recommend this book.

Mallory deals with her breakup through a ridiculous quest that I would have lasted about five minutes trying to complete. I had a feeling that her grandmother's life wasn't as simple as Mallory imagined it to be, and I was right. I'm glad she learned something from her grandma and about life from this project. I think my favorite character was Mallory's sister. I think she should get her own book. Could you arrange that, Ms. Leavitt? Her parents were interesting and cute, too. Also, a lot of characters might have gotten sucked back in to Jeremy's life, but I was proud of this character for listening to her gut. Mallory was a strong girl even though she got preoccupied with a weird project. I think it would probably do us all good to put down stuff that plugs in for awhile. But I don't want to.

Lindsey Leavitt's Going Vintage was one of the first books I read this year that truly made me laugh out loud. The story is authentic and has a special charm that made me unable to put the story down once I started reading.

What I loved: Mallory totally absorbs herself into a vintage lifestyle, leaving her modern conveniences behind. (I admire any one that can stay off of their phone or computer for any length of time) She had a vision and an end goal and she was not going to give up. I also enjoyed the story line with Mallory's grandmother, that added a special and emotional touch to the overall story.

This book completely hit the mark for me. This is a fun, feel good contemporary book and fans of Lindsey Leavitt will surely enjoy it.