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jadie205's review against another edition
5.0
It took me a minute to get interested in this book. Definitely not what I was expecting from Ellen Hopkins but to me it was a good read other then the ending was horrible! I kind of hope she writes a sequel to it because I feel like I was left hanging. I will always be a die hard fan of Ellen Hopkins and think that this book should be rated more highly!
averyfilburn's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
mrs_george's review against another edition
2.0
This was coming along so nicely! I had no idea where it was headed which is always appreciated and then it's nearing the end and there still hasn't been a hint of resolution, then BOOM and it's over. So lame. Another big issue I had, every single guy Tara encounters is a massive jerk. I would roll my eyes after each confrontation.
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Maybe that's just Tara's perception/affect which makes sense since she's loco!kaylaannsreads's review against another edition
emotional
funny
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Drug use, Medical content, and Alcohol
linkwithlinda's review against another edition
4.0
More of a 3.5 as it's obviously setting up for a longer story. Slow burning intrigue with no resolution.
jslavensky's review against another edition
5.0
Loved it.. ending shocked me! I could not put it down! Ellen Hopkins is my all time favorite author!
renflew's review against another edition
1.0
Wow, just a colossal waste of time. What's up with the ending? It seemed like "ok I've hit my word count, let's end the book NOW."
paigereitz's review against another edition
5.0
This book was incredible. Knowing there's a sociopath somewhere but not knowing which character *for sure* keeps you guessing. It is very, very well done. The first prose work I've read by Ellen Hopkins, but by no means a disappointment!
vee79's review against another edition
5.0
While i have only read a few of her YA titles, I still stand by my first thoughts on Ellen Hopkins; she writes amazing poetry, that tells an equally amazing story.
Venturing out into her adult world I was not disappointed, I absolutely fell in love with Tara she is a breath of fresh in your face air and i want to be her when i grow up. Her up-front nature and no qualms about the way she lives her life is the best and If i meet someone likfe that in real life i'd probably think they were a witch but secretly admire them.
The shadiness of Cavin and Eli keep you guessing until your not anymore and the sadness of Melanie and Kayla are not to be forgotten as herein lies the staple 'something deeper' that I love so much about Ellen's books.
Tara is honest and confident but also extremely uncertain and at times a little 'crazy girlfriend', but it's not unwarranted.
I was able to identify with each character, which is saying a heck of a lot because they are all so very complex and all go through varying degrees of emotion and change. this book is not written in her normal style, but you can tell that it IS an Ellen Hopkins book, if you know what I mean.
I can't tell you why I have only read a few of her books, but after reading Love Lies Beneath, I am making it a point to go back and read EVERYTHING! Very beautifully written and moving!
Venturing out into her adult world I was not disappointed, I absolutely fell in love with Tara she is a breath of fresh in your face air and i want to be her when i grow up. Her up-front nature and no qualms about the way she lives her life is the best and If i meet someone likfe that in real life i'd probably think they were a witch but secretly admire them.
The shadiness of Cavin and Eli keep you guessing until your not anymore and the sadness of Melanie and Kayla are not to be forgotten as herein lies the staple 'something deeper' that I love so much about Ellen's books.
Tara is honest and confident but also extremely uncertain and at times a little 'crazy girlfriend', but it's not unwarranted.
I was able to identify with each character, which is saying a heck of a lot because they are all so very complex and all go through varying degrees of emotion and change. this book is not written in her normal style, but you can tell that it IS an Ellen Hopkins book, if you know what I mean.
I can't tell you why I have only read a few of her books, but after reading Love Lies Beneath, I am making it a point to go back and read EVERYTHING! Very beautifully written and moving!