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3.28 AVERAGE
3.28 AVERAGE
I think everyone can say that they've read a book that could have been described in exactly the same way. Probably more than one. So when I picked up Lobsters, I really wasn't excited for it - another love story with teenagers that take a whole book to figure out they belong together - great. Been there, done that.
MOST REALISTIC YA NOVEL I'VE READ.
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But what made this book one of my favourite reads of the year is the fact that the main characters, Sam and Hannah, were so extremely realistic. They are everyday British teenagers who try and figure life out and usually fail pretty badly at it. They have great friends and bad friends, they get good grades and bad grades, they have great vacations and ones that turn out awful. Basically, they go through what every single teenager goes through without any romanticising in the process.
The book switches between the narration of Sam and Hannah, which means there's something for everyone. I loved reading Sam's point of view, because teenage boys were, and probably forever will remain, a mystery to me. I don't understand what makes them do the things they do, but reading Sam's story made it a bit more clear for me. He made some dumb decisions along the way, but he was very easy to relate to.
I think Hannah is a great narrator for teenage girls reading this. She's insecure about basically everything, but tries to hide it and keep up with her friends. I just wanted to sit her down and tell her that she was fine and that she should dump certain friends (I mean, she has some shit friends), but I think younger readers will appreciate the similarities they'll find with Hannah.
WRITING
As I said, the writing makes this book amazing. It is realistic, to the point and made me laugh so many times. You can tell that a female and a male author worked on this book, because both main characters are very distinct from each other (not saying that one author can't do that, but it's just harder!). You immediately know when Sam is talking and when Hannah is talking, which made the book so much more realistic. No 16 year old boy and girl will think the same things, so it was really nice to see their differences.
If you're looking for a book with amazing metaphors and stylistic devices, then this book isn't for you. It was really the simplest writing I've read in a while, but it is supposed to be the thoughts of a teenager, so I think it worked perfectly. And, an extra bonus, neither Sam or Hannah are hipsters! So if you're looking to distance yourself from the "oh I'm such a cool teenager because I'm artsy" trend (which I am), then pick up Lobsters.
RATING
Lobsters was a real surprise for me. I thought James Dawson's Say Her Name had the YA book prize in the bag, but now I'm not so sure. Dawson's subject matter is still more original, but I think there's a real talent in finding a new way to tell a story that's been told before. So five stars - I wish I could even give this book six. Lobsters is my lobster.
MOST REALISTIC YA NOVEL I'VE READ.
lobsters.jpg
But what made this book one of my favourite reads of the year is the fact that the main characters, Sam and Hannah, were so extremely realistic. They are everyday British teenagers who try and figure life out and usually fail pretty badly at it. They have great friends and bad friends, they get good grades and bad grades, they have great vacations and ones that turn out awful. Basically, they go through what every single teenager goes through without any romanticising in the process.
The book switches between the narration of Sam and Hannah, which means there's something for everyone. I loved reading Sam's point of view, because teenage boys were, and probably forever will remain, a mystery to me. I don't understand what makes them do the things they do, but reading Sam's story made it a bit more clear for me. He made some dumb decisions along the way, but he was very easy to relate to.
I think Hannah is a great narrator for teenage girls reading this. She's insecure about basically everything, but tries to hide it and keep up with her friends. I just wanted to sit her down and tell her that she was fine and that she should dump certain friends (I mean, she has some shit friends), but I think younger readers will appreciate the similarities they'll find with Hannah.
WRITING
As I said, the writing makes this book amazing. It is realistic, to the point and made me laugh so many times. You can tell that a female and a male author worked on this book, because both main characters are very distinct from each other (not saying that one author can't do that, but it's just harder!). You immediately know when Sam is talking and when Hannah is talking, which made the book so much more realistic. No 16 year old boy and girl will think the same things, so it was really nice to see their differences.
If you're looking for a book with amazing metaphors and stylistic devices, then this book isn't for you. It was really the simplest writing I've read in a while, but it is supposed to be the thoughts of a teenager, so I think it worked perfectly. And, an extra bonus, neither Sam or Hannah are hipsters! So if you're looking to distance yourself from the "oh I'm such a cool teenager because I'm artsy" trend (which I am), then pick up Lobsters.
RATING
Lobsters was a real surprise for me. I thought James Dawson's Say Her Name had the YA book prize in the bag, but now I'm not so sure. Dawson's subject matter is still more original, but I think there's a real talent in finding a new way to tell a story that's been told before. So five stars - I wish I could even give this book six. Lobsters is my lobster.
I LOVE THIS BOOK! The only reason why I'm not giving this book a 5 star rating is because the result we all knew that was coming took a very long time to get there (last chapter or second to last). But beside that; I love the characters (not all but most), the plot development and the writing style. The choice of words is extremely refreshing compared to most YA books.
This book was slow in a lot of places and rushed in others. I think the obsession with sex in this book is pretty spot on for teenagers but it was a little too much. Girls were trashed on a lot during this book but the guys were just as dense. Well, the main characters were all dense. However, it was still a funny and interesting read. I’ll try these authors again.
I've read this for months because it was a bit boring to be honest. It was short but it was not too interesting. Especially since all it was about was two teenagers seeking someone to lose their virginities to before they start college and ultimately found each other. It was a bit romantic since it seems that they actually liked each other. The book could have gotten to that point, but that would have made it shorter. But it wasn't that bad because I loved the adventures they were on and they were funny. 3/5. Recommend.
Stella is awful. No redemption. Hannah is too nice. Pax is an airhead. Sam is just alright.
Casper. He's the jam.
Casper. He's the jam.
God this was terrible. Too much high school for my taste..
This book was 2 things, it was funny. And it was nasty. This book should NOT be a YA book... I'll leave it at that
I do t really have much to say about this. It was quick and easy. Some parts were a bit weird and it did make me cringe at some times. But it was decent. I liked the characters, not a whole lot though. The plot was probably the best, but i don’t think it was executed very well. Good idea though.
I also didn’t realize this book took place in Britain until like halfway through and it kind of confused me. I don’t really have much to say about this or much criticism. 3.5 stars, not good but not bad
I also didn’t realize this book took place in Britain until like halfway through and it kind of confused me. I don’t really have much to say about this or much criticism. 3.5 stars, not good but not bad
genre: young adult literature and humor. they finished the book when they banged and had matching cups of hot grape juice. so much drama and childishness, i hate stella and the unnecessary love triangles between the main girl and the boys.