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4.12 AVERAGE
4.12 AVERAGE
Compelling book, but it is dark, dark. Don't be fooled by the blurb. While serial killing plays a part, it is not the focus. This isn't Dexter. If anything, it's more insidious. Definitely one to recommend to those wanting something similar to Speak or Looking for Alaska.
Good Lord, I am wrecked after reading this. I feel the same way now that I did after finishing Sadie by Courtney Summers. Absolutely WRECKED.
Part vengeful vigilantism, several parts YA romance, part interrogation of rape culture.
Overall, I was impressed with this book. Definitely held my attention and I really liked Peekay and Alex's friendship. The 3 main characters are complex, developed and well-written (all but one of the periphery characters have absolutely no personality, but it's not a deal breaker). The teen romances are a bit cringey at times, but it's YA and I'm ok with it. What makes this book worth reading is its unapologetic critique and examination of rape culture, internalized misogyny, & sexism. I wish I'd had access to this language and framing when I was a teen and 20-something. Would definitely recommend to tweens and teens.
Overall, I was impressed with this book. Definitely held my attention and I really liked Peekay and Alex's friendship. The 3 main characters are complex, developed and well-written (all but one of the periphery characters have absolutely no personality, but it's not a deal breaker). The teen romances are a bit cringey at times, but it's YA and I'm ok with it. What makes this book worth reading is its unapologetic critique and examination of rape culture, internalized misogyny, & sexism. I wish I'd had access to this language and framing when I was a teen and 20-something. Would definitely recommend to tweens and teens.
Story: 5/5
Characters: 4/5
Writing: 4/5
Reread: Yes!
Characters: 4/5
Writing: 4/5
Reread: Yes!
Wow. Powerful and timely and important and utterly intense. Couldn’t put this one down, even though it was hard to keep reading at times.
This book was so damn good. Excellent look at rape culture and the characters,god, how you feel for these characters. There were things that just hurt my heart to read and other parts that just gave me so much hope. Really good book.
Couldn’t Put It Down...
This book physically hurt me, but it was painful in a productive way. Brave and bracing. Be ready for an unflinching look at rape culture and a protagonist that is more complex than older characters I’ve read in so many books. There are so many beautiful sections of prose in this book. Paired with the subject matter, it makes for a jarring and intense reading experience. Highly recommend everyone read it.
This book physically hurt me, but it was painful in a productive way. Brave and bracing. Be ready for an unflinching look at rape culture and a protagonist that is more complex than older characters I’ve read in so many books. There are so many beautiful sections of prose in this book. Paired with the subject matter, it makes for a jarring and intense reading experience. Highly recommend everyone read it.
Oh, Mindy...you're killing me. This is a tough book...it's hard-hitting...it's emotional...it's surprising. Mindy McGinnis writes incredible dialogue and creates characters which are very easy to become invested in.
CAWPILE: 6.86/10.00 - 3.5/5
Este libro tiene un elemento feminista increíble. Me encanta como Alex toma cartas en el asunto de todo lo que le pasa a su alrededor. Igual me encantó que pudimos ver desde 3 puntos de vista diferente, no solo Alex.
Peekay y Jack son POV's que agregan a la historia y hacen ver a Alex que su vida no esta condenada. Lo que me gusta es que igual entre Alex y Peekay hay dos formas diferentes de como enfrentar los problemas y el feminismo.
Siento que tiene un elemento "irreal", o al menos muy fácil. Pero la verdad lo disfrute pero no lo amé.
Este libro tiene un elemento feminista increíble. Me encanta como Alex toma cartas en el asunto de todo lo que le pasa a su alrededor. Igual me encantó que pudimos ver desde 3 puntos de vista diferente, no solo Alex.
Peekay y Jack son POV's que agregan a la historia y hacen ver a Alex que su vida no esta condenada. Lo que me gusta es que igual entre Alex y Peekay hay dos formas diferentes de como enfrentar los problemas y el feminismo.
Siento que tiene un elemento "irreal", o al menos muy fácil. Pero la verdad lo disfrute pero no lo amé.
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No