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nonahhh's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.75
can’t remember being this excited to get my period lol
romanaromana's review against another edition
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
3.5 stars.
(Here are some content warnings. Nothing in this review).
I'm not the audience for this book any more, but I enjoyed it and definitely understand why it has been such a beloved and influential book over the years. It's honest and funny and has a lovable protagonist at its heart. Judy Blume writes effortlessly, and Margaret's voice is authentic.
I was expecting a different conversation about religion, but I was really impressed by the one I got - about mixed-faith families, and Margaret's associated feelings of disbelonging and uncertainty in terms of religion. Whilst the approach to puberty and girlhood might have shifted slightly since Margaret was published, I think the religious element is one that is still pretty spot on and applicable today.
All in all, glad I've finally read this. I'm now very much interested in watching the film, especially as I understand it does a lot to develop the other women in Margaret's life.
(Here are some content warnings. Nothing in this review).
I'm not the audience for this book any more, but I enjoyed it and definitely understand why it has been such a beloved and influential book over the years. It's honest and funny and has a lovable protagonist at its heart. Judy Blume writes effortlessly, and Margaret's voice is authentic.
I was expecting a different conversation about religion, but I was really impressed by the one I got - about mixed-faith families, and Margaret's associated feelings of disbelonging and uncertainty in terms of religion. Whilst the approach to puberty and girlhood might have shifted slightly since Margaret was published, I think the religious element is one that is still pretty spot on and applicable today.
All in all, glad I've finally read this. I'm now very much interested in watching the film, especially as I understand it does a lot to develop the other women in Margaret's life.
navayiota's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
I didn't enjoy it. Mainstream religion and pre-teen relationships are like, some of my least favourite topics, and they took me back in time in a bad way. I didn't really see the point of the story either, it felt like it didn't say much. Then again, it was probably more original in the 70's.
terrym10's review against another edition
5.0
Oh my goodness, this book took me back! I didn’t really remember it until I was reading it as I first read it back in the early 80’s. It is still such a relevant book and I can’t wait to see the movie!
lindseydoesreviews's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
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
5.0
thepetitepunk's review against another edition
wait no one told middle school me that i supposed to be excited about getting my period? i swear to god i didn’t tell my mom or doctor for like a year or so and just dealt with it myself fhdjdjd i think that’s kind of metal af honestly. my mom only found out (much later) because i pretty much passed out on the bathroom floor in the middle of the night once and she had to come save me ??? man i just lived in agony during puberty if you ever want some awful embarrassing stories i gotchu
anyway i didnt read this book as a kid even tho my mom always wanted me to check it out from the library but maybe i should have lol
anyway i didnt read this book as a kid even tho my mom always wanted me to check it out from the library but maybe i should have lol
kaylapfunk's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
A classic! Had to re-read after watching the movie.
geokl7's review against another edition
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? No
3.75
geri_r's review against another edition
fast-paced
5.0
Such nostalgia. My love for Judy Blume started in the fourth grade. Her coming of age stories for young readers transcends the test of time. I highly recommend reading a book as an adult that you loved as a child l.