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princessbethany's review against another edition
fast-paced
5.0
Wow! Read this in one sitting between classes, definitely a classic for a reason! Can't wait to watch the movie <3
quinnster's review against another edition
3.0
I know I read this as a kid, but I do not remember anything except for "I must, I must, I must increase my bust!". I guess some things just really stay with you.
rhondac123's review against another edition
4.0
Sweet Mary. My life as a 10 year old just flashed before my eyes.
mikenyby's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
For such a short book, Judy Blume covers so many important questions. It's no wonder this is considered one of the best middle grade novels ever.
thecurseofchris's review against another edition
4.0
3.5/5. I really enjoyed the movie that was made from this book, and overall, I think I'd recommend watching it over reading this. This is by no means a bad book, and the overall themes and lessons from it are just as meaningful as when this was first written. But I do think there are some aspects that are simply dated at this point that some may find boring.
jenbwright's review against another edition
5.0
I didn’t read this as a pre-teen, but for the first time as an adult at almost 42 years old. My pre-teen self would have loved this book! My book club wants to see the upcoming movie, so I wanted to prepare myself. What a great coming of age story.
aubreyyyyy's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Only read it because I needed something light to read because girl in pices was sad
theabee's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I somehow never read this as a kid. Reading it now feels healing of a lot of similar struggles that I experienced as a kid: family dynamics, moving, body changes, religion, social skills… love it
Content Warnings
Moderate: Religious bigotry and Sexism
todiefor's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0