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thepetitepunk's review
4.0
I’ve been seeing this book at stores for quite a few years now, but finally picked it up because I saw Netflix made a movie adaption.
The best part of Moxie was definitely it’s themes. This is an empowering feminist book that covers quite a vast amount of social issues; even if some topics are only briefly discussed, I was still impressed with how much was put into this book. I also loved the inspiration from the Riot Grrrl movement—and the criticisms of the movement not always being entirely inclusive was such a great touch.
My only complaint was that at some points the book was a tiiiiiny bit boring and it therefore took me a bit longer than usual to finish, but overall I was impressed! The end of the book was pretty strong too and there were a couple scenes that definitely made me tear up. I would recommend this to anyone who likes contemporary YA books that have serious themes but aren’t completely doom and gloom and unbearably heavy.
[side note: throwback to the time where I had the opportunity to see the reunion of Bikini Kill at a festival but then got too tired and went home early. many regrets.]
The best part of Moxie was definitely it’s themes. This is an empowering feminist book that covers quite a vast amount of social issues; even if some topics are only briefly discussed, I was still impressed with how much was put into this book. I also loved the inspiration from the Riot Grrrl movement—and the criticisms of the movement not always being entirely inclusive was such a great touch.
My only complaint was that at some points the book was a tiiiiiny bit boring and it therefore took me a bit longer than usual to finish, but overall I was impressed! The end of the book was pretty strong too and there were a couple scenes that definitely made me tear up. I would recommend this to anyone who likes contemporary YA books that have serious themes but aren’t completely doom and gloom and unbearably heavy.
[side note: throwback to the time where I had the opportunity to see the reunion of Bikini Kill at a festival but then got too tired and went home early. many regrets.]
galacticallz's review
5.0
Rating: 9/10
Moxie Girls Fight Back !!
I loved the movie, which is a very unpopular opinion surprisingly, but I loved this even more. The movie mostly focuses on feminism and misogyny while the book discusses the racism and homophobia involved. They mention the privilege with Vivian being white throughout the book and how she doesn’t notice things because of that. They do this also with the fact that Seth might not be a ‘dick’ but he is still a man and is grown up with a different mindset.
Having characters change and change within books is such an important detail. Even the ones that aren’t seen as the bad characters.
Moxie Girls Fight Back !!
I loved the movie, which is a very unpopular opinion surprisingly, but I loved this even more. The movie mostly focuses on feminism and misogyny while the book discusses the racism and homophobia involved. They mention the privilege with Vivian being white throughout the book and how she doesn’t notice things because of that. They do this also with the fact that Seth might not be a ‘dick’ but he is still a man and is grown up with a different mindset.
Having characters change and change within books is such an important detail. Even the ones that aren’t seen as the bad characters.
nickscoby's review
3.0
I was sooooo close to finishing this. But then I just couldn't anymore. The ending was just so dumb and Afterschool Specially.
Unlike others, I actually liked the relationship between Seth and Vivian. Seemed pretty spot on for first love and all that. I also like how the book shows a range of young male behavior. But generally speaking, Mitchell and his principal dad were moustache twirling villains. Lucy doesn't come across like a real person either. And before I forget: the book would be much better with like 90% less mentions of Bikini Kill. Great band. I get it. Doesn't need to be referenced that much though.
Unlike others, I actually liked the relationship between Seth and Vivian. Seemed pretty spot on for first love and all that. I also like how the book shows a range of young male behavior. But generally speaking, Mitchell and his principal dad were moustache twirling villains. Lucy doesn't come across like a real person either. And before I forget: the book would be much better with like 90% less mentions of Bikini Kill. Great band. I get it. Doesn't need to be referenced that much though.
leafblade's review
3.0
3.5
I really really really really wanted to love it, but:
-maybe 40 pages of activism
-unnecesary romance subplot, with boy that wasn't like other boys bc he wasn't sexist as fuck but then he was but then it's okay bc I like kissing you so like whatever
-except maybe the stickers and the walk out, the activism was weak as fuck. fight me on this one
-the main character cared more about not being discovered than about moxie
-somehow her super feminist mother dating a right wing guy is okay
-there's like no proof her mom is a feminist other than old photos and her getting scandalized about a rape attempt
-it was just written as a disney channel original teen movie and I don't know if I love or hate that yet
I really really really really wanted to love it, but:
-maybe 40 pages of activism
-unnecesary romance subplot, with boy that wasn't like other boys bc he wasn't sexist as fuck but then he was but then it's okay bc I like kissing you so like whatever
-except maybe the stickers and the walk out, the activism was weak as fuck. fight me on this one
-the main character cared more about not being discovered than about moxie
-somehow her super feminist mother dating a right wing guy is okay
-there's like no proof her mom is a feminist other than old photos and her getting scandalized about a rape attempt
-it was just written as a disney channel original teen movie and I don't know if I love or hate that yet
sadkitty's review
3.0
Reading this book is like the there is a voice and you can't stop wanting to hear it, so it's a very fun read. Plus, the writing style is nice. And the book has stepped up the game after 'The Nowhere Girls' and rather than making people wonder what they can do to stop the misogyny and everything else, this book makes you wanna do something.
In my opinion, that's what a good book does. Either inspire action, or thought.
In my opinion, that's what a good book does. Either inspire action, or thought.
reeyabeegale's review
4.0
It’s a 3.5 stars for me.
There were a lot of things that I liked, but there were a few others that I had different opinions on. I love how it was focused on feminism and at the same time, forming the courage to stand up for what you believe in no matter what others say or think.
Since I’m feeling all feminist and GRRRRL power-ish right now, I will probably put up an entire review on my blog: www.readingflamingo.wordpress.com
Go check it out in a few hours, okay?
There were a lot of things that I liked, but there were a few others that I had different opinions on. I love how it was focused on feminism and at the same time, forming the courage to stand up for what you believe in no matter what others say or think.
Since I’m feeling all feminist and GRRRRL power-ish right now, I will probably put up an entire review on my blog: www.readingflamingo.wordpress.com
Go check it out in a few hours, okay?
joana_stormblessed's review against another edition
5.0
OH MAN! DID I LOVE THIS!
Ok ok let's be coherent:
What is this book about ?
Viv lives in East Rockport, Texas, which is a small town that lives for the high school football team: the pirates. At Viv's school the male football team and its players are the stars and the center of attention. It does not help that the captain's (and incidentally the most popular guy's at school) father is the principal. The football team gets all the money and they get away with everything . This school is a nest of misogyny: the boys can wear t-shirts with explicit sexual content on it and girls get pulled out of classes for wearing shorts that are "too short" (they weren't). The boys can swear and say whatever it is they want, but the girls get punished. Girls need to stay put. They need to become wives and ladies, that is all.
Viv however starts getting tired of this and she has a look into her mother's old memory box from when she was a Rebel Grrrl back in the 90's. This inspires Viv to make her one zines (anonymously) and to encourage cohesion and support among the girls. At first her zines are well received by some and others think that there is no point to creating such "newsletters" and to try and call people to action, because "nothing will change in the end." However, as the sexism gets more and more out of control, Viv's "Moxie" zines might just be what the girls (and everyone else) at East Rockport High needed.
What I thought
I LOVED THIS BOOK!!!!
Was it the best book ever? No. Was it flawless? No. But i absolutely adored it!!
I loved seeing all that "girl-power" in an environment where it is seen as a shame to stand up for yourself as a girl. I loved the positive vibes and the fact that Viv always found the motivation to continue, even when she did not have everyone's support. I loved seeing all girls take control of "Moxie" and that there was no real leader. I simply loved that Viv never wanted to "take credit" for it. It was for everyone!
I loved Viv as a character and I also really liked all the side characters that we were introduced to. Most of them felt really unique to me and it was as if I knew them (especially Viv's family and her closest friends). I loved the writing and the pacing as well.
My favorite part about this book was to see ALL girls come together. At one point one of the Latina girls mentions that being a girl at ERH is difficult, but being a girl of color is even worse! Viv hadn't really thought about that but it really opened her eyes and I think that that is such a nice message: that all girls, regardless of sexual orientation, color, religion, upbringing etc. should stand together and fight the same fight!
Ok ok let's be coherent:
What is this book about ?
Viv lives in East Rockport, Texas, which is a small town that lives for the high school football team: the pirates. At Viv's school the male football team and its players are the stars and the center of attention. It does not help that the captain's (and incidentally the most popular guy's at school) father is the principal. The football team gets all the money and they get away with everything . This school is a nest of misogyny: the boys can wear t-shirts with explicit sexual content on it and girls get pulled out of classes for wearing shorts that are "too short" (they weren't). The boys can swear and say whatever it is they want, but the girls get punished. Girls need to stay put. They need to become wives and ladies, that is all.
Viv however starts getting tired of this and she has a look into her mother's old memory box from when she was a Rebel Grrrl back in the 90's. This inspires Viv to make her one zines (anonymously) and to encourage cohesion and support among the girls. At first her zines are well received by some and others think that there is no point to creating such "newsletters" and to try and call people to action, because "nothing will change in the end." However, as the sexism gets more and more out of control, Viv's "Moxie" zines might just be what the girls (and everyone else) at East Rockport High needed.
What I thought
I LOVED THIS BOOK!!!!
Was it the best book ever? No. Was it flawless? No. But i absolutely adored it!!
I loved seeing all that "girl-power" in an environment where it is seen as a shame to stand up for yourself as a girl. I loved the positive vibes and the fact that Viv always found the motivation to continue, even when she did not have everyone's support. I loved seeing all girls take control of "Moxie" and that there was no real leader. I simply loved that Viv never wanted to "take credit" for it. It was for everyone!
I loved Viv as a character and I also really liked all the side characters that we were introduced to. Most of them felt really unique to me and it was as if I knew them (especially Viv's family and her closest friends). I loved the writing and the pacing as well.
My favorite part about this book was to see ALL girls come together. At one point one of the Latina girls mentions that being a girl at ERH is difficult, but being a girl of color is even worse! Viv hadn't really thought about that but it really opened her eyes and I think that that is such a nice message: that all girls, regardless of sexual orientation, color, religion, upbringing etc. should stand together and fight the same fight!