Author: LarissaRumiantzeff

Summary: The drama llamas is the story of a girl who feels out of place. Literally.

Julia is from Brazil. Ever since she was a child, Julia has wanted to go abroad as a foreign exchange student. The leaflets she's received with ads from the most wonderful countries are to blame. By the time she is 17, that desire to start over is almost unbearable. All she wants is to go somewhere, anywhere, different from the same old school, seeing anyone other than the same old people, and doing always the same things. On top of that, she feels zero motivation to study, not really knowing what to choose for the college entrance exams. She just feels she isn't good at anything, or special to anyone. The opportunity she needs comes from an unexpected source. However, she is to overcome a few obstacles, such as finding a host family, first off, and convincing her parents to let her go. It is an expensive trip to begin with, and her father will not send her the document she needs to travel as a minor. On top of that, it is too late in the year to find a host family, all the good ones are taken. Plus, she needs to improve her grades if she even wants to go. Will she find a host family in time? Will her father send her the official permission slip? And, most important of all, how will a girl used to having maids and a comfortable life with fancy clothes and a room to herself handle a completely different life style? Read and find out!

Reviewer's Remarks: Not so sure what the title has to do with the story - but whatever I love it. The reason I loved this story was because I can totally relate to it - seriously, not kidding. At one point in their life everyone's wanted a chance at a start over, right? 

There are a lot of aspects I liked about this book - the interesting and unique plot, the diversity in characters, how I find it totally relatable and not to mention the peculiar yet awesome title. So, overall an enjoyable and satisfying read.

The issues I had with this story were the grammar and spelling errors, the character development and the descriptions. Firstly, the grammar and spelling mistakes which have been overlooked can be fixed with minor editing and proof reading - simple. My major concern is the character development - although I really liked the idea of the characters I wasn't offered much to compose an opinion about them. In other words there should've been an account or something which offered at least an ample amount of information about the characters. Personalizing is key - I don't mean TMI about the author's life, I'm talking about the character and their likes dislikes, appearances, personality, faults, trademarks e.t.c. Finally, the description - again a few mistakes which can be eradicated through editing and proof reading - I wanted to know more about the characters' feelings and perceptions regarding their surroundings.   

Rating (out of five): 3.9

A note to the author: The story and the plot are very appealing - major points for the idea of it all. There's just the manner of writing that should be noted. No doubt, you are an awesome storyteller - but you should note the way you want to proceed your story. For example when the character is discussing about their house, she says "Let me tell you about the house." I acknowledge the attempt at interacting with the reader though it feels like it doesn't quite belong - I don't know how else to put it. 

Overall I really loved your book and would recommend proof-reading, editing and probably asking the audience for their insight and opinions about the story. 

Link: https://www.wattpad.com/story/71203359-the-drama-llamas-wattys2016