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3.58 AVERAGE
3.58 AVERAGE
This book was good but could've done with less f-bombs. I liked the way each person had a different view to the "incident."
I'd LOVE to see a sequel of this - maybe starting with them in University? Pwease =) =P
dark
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Wasn't expecting a lot, honestly, and got about what I expected. A small issue I had with the book was the uncomfortable amount of inconspicuous sexist comments - particularly by the one person who actually liked her, a boy who wanted to date her: "We always went to see her volleyball games, and it didn't hurt that she was easy on the eyes." A big issue I had was the lazy option of not including the perspective of the main perpetrator of the bullying. I figure the whole point of the book was to see the bullies and their point of view, how it's not just because they're evil and malicious, but they have flaws and sometimes are trying their best and made some mistakes etc etc...but the message is lost when instead the blame is shifted to the ringleader of their gang, who is portrayed as evil and malicious, without flaws, just a generally horrible person and the others obviously didn't stand a chance under her manipulative hand. The best sort of stories are the ones that show that no character, no issue, is black and white, there often isn't an easy-to-blame villain with no sympathetic value.
"The Gatlins are claiming that Leslie killed herself because of unrelenting bullying. They are gathering evidence to file a civil suit for wrongful death. And they are discussing criminal charges with the district attorney."
Every parents worst nightmare. Leslie feels so hopeless...that she takes her own life. In the midst of everyone's shock and grief, is one group of 5 who rule the school - and they don't seem as sad as everyone else.
As the stories and evidence come out, each of the 5 must decide for themselves what part they played.
Although I did think this book was interesting, I'm saddened by how this all played out. The evidence is just awful, the kids barely like-able. And with something so horrible in a YA book, I kind of wanted closure, but there wasn't any. It's eye opening and a good book on bullying.
Every parents worst nightmare. Leslie feels so hopeless...that she takes her own life. In the midst of everyone's shock and grief, is one group of 5 who rule the school - and they don't seem as sad as everyone else.
As the stories and evidence come out, each of the 5 must decide for themselves what part they played.
Although I did think this book was interesting, I'm saddened by how this all played out. The evidence is just awful, the kids barely like-able. And with something so horrible in a YA book, I kind of wanted closure, but there wasn't any. It's eye opening and a good book on bullying.
Macie blames Leslie’s parents; Jillian was Leslie’s best friend not too long ago; Beth swears she didn’t start the rumors; Katherine insists she’s not involved; Jake loved Leslie so much he hurt. But Leslie has killed herself – and no one will admit to pushing her over the edge. (jacket)
There is a good deal of blame to go around here. But, like in Thirteen Reasons Why, Leslie was bullied to death … literally. The story is an excellent testament to how so many seemingly little things add up to one big nightmare for the recipient. Any of the characters could have made one little change, or stood up to Macie, and made all the difference to Leslie.
As in real life, there wasn’t a happy ending to this story. In fact, when I read of I just wanted to chuck the book out the window. A violent reaction to the continued injustices to Leslie – even after her death. But, while it frustrated me, the ending was very real and honest. Too many people wait for someone else to do the right thing!
There is a good deal of blame to go around here. But, like in Thirteen Reasons Why,
Spoiler
the young man is the only one who may be innocent – but he is the only one taking blame!As in real life, there wasn’t a happy ending to this story. In fact, when I read of
Spoiler
Leslie’s father taking the bribe of Macie’s father,
slow, mildly boring, and no character progression. meh.
challenging
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I only rated it lower because of language. Why do YA authors have to use so many f-words?
this book is extremely powerful, it tackles bullying straight on. It starts with the death of a girl named Leslie. From there It bounces back and forth between the group of seniors who bullied her. It really hit home with the fact that I was bullied like Leslie was and that is what drove me to read this book, it made me sad but showed me the importance of knowing that you are important.