In addition to taking the reader into the world of modeling, The Cover Girl also offers a behind-the-scenes look at a 1970s rock tour. What role does music play in the novel? How does Birdie’s interaction with music change over time?
She was so young and impressionable. Everything seemed new and exciting and she was made to feel chosen.
I think initially Birdie thought a rock tour would be really exciting. But she didn’t like the music or having to share the rock star with the groupies.She realized once again that she didn’t fit in.
The descriptions of the bus rides, hotels, and groupies was interesting. But the music itself was treated pretty superficially, as was Birdie’s reactions to the music.
The author did a good job of giving the reader of what life in a rock band was like. Thinking back to the story line, Birdie was chosen by the rock star; Birdie did choose him. Certain songs he sang seemed important to her. She was not comfortable with the band touring. Still cannot explain why Birdie’s parents were not as proactive as they should have been. Birdie’s mother wanted to be famous through her daughter; Birdie liked being the cover girl. If that meant being with a rock star etc she would follow that path.