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Puddin' by Julie Murphy

lizzie_777's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

shengdyan's review against another edition

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emotional inspiring medium-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? Yes

3.5

papertraildiary's review

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4.0

I loved Dumplin’ and Ramona Blue, so I was really excited for Puddin’. I really liked this one – it’s interesting though, because I wouldn’t say it stands out for me very much, but it’s a quiet enjoyment. I think I’d like to read this again to see if it sticks more. I love Julie’s writing and her characters. Puddin’ is about a girl named Millie who gained a bunch of confidence after being in the beauty pageant in Dumplin’ and is looking to shine even brighter. Her sights are set on journalism camp, rather than the fat camp she’s gone to every summer for years. But she can’t find a way to bring up her dreams to her mom, who insists on fat camp. Then there’s Callie, resident bad girl cheerleader who takes the fall for the destruction her team brought on to a gym that pulled their funding, which also happens to be owned by Millie’s aunt and uncle. So guess who get stuck together for summer jobs? The two girls spar at first, coming from two totally different worlds, but end up teaching each other how to strive for their best. It’s a great story of unlikely friendship and the strength we can give each other.

siaeme12's review

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4.0

As Murphy says in her acknowledgments, "If Dumplin' was about learning to love your body, Puddin' is about making the rest of the world do the same"

A must read

dinahsaur's review against another edition

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4.0

I enjoyed Dumplin' a decent amount; enough to pick up this companion when I saw it was available. I was surprised how much more I liked Puddin' than Dumplin'. Milly was more charming than annoying (I was surprised). Callie was relatable without being watered down, saccharine, or excusing poor behavior. I really thought this was the last perspective I wanted to see from Culver City, but I'm so glad I was wrong.

steph01924's review against another edition

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4.0

A cute story about friendship! Definitely check it out if you enjoyed Dumplin' and want to see more of Millie and her posse. Check out my full review at Forever Young Adult.

bklvr08's review against another edition

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4.0

I was disappointed that they not together

fluffypancakes101's review against another edition

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5.0

This book was a delight! It was very interesting and honestly at this point it’s Julie Murphy’s writing, style, and how she executes it. For the same as Dumplin, this book was just amazing, but with dual POVs. I’m so glad I got to read this in my life time. This book also deserves a movie in my opinion.

I wanna read the third one now in the series. But after reading just two of her books I’m gonna say Julie Murphy is my FAVOURITE author. She slays. I’m so excited to read Side effects may vary, as it is on my bookshelf right now.

kara44212's review

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5.0

It’s been awhile since I read Dumplin’, and although I watched and loved the Netflix adaption, I can’t decide which of the books I enjoyed more. But, I definitely liked Millie more than Willowdean, so that’s a big plus for Puddin’. I have to say though, based on the cover and summary, I thought for sure this was going to be much more gay than it was. I honestly think Julie meant for Callie and Millie to end up together and then changed her mind at the last minute, or maybe I’m just reading too much into it. Either way, I enjoyed Puddin’, it was quick and sweet, and Millie deserves the world.

aliceg18's review

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4.0


I really enjoyed this book and reading about Millie and Callie. It was fun reading about a character that wasn’t necessarily “nice” or a good person and to see her character growth. The only thing that bothered me a bit it that the friendship between the two girls went from “never really talked” to “almost best friends” a little bit fast. I would have liked to see the in between be developed a bit more.