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4.15 AVERAGE
4.15 AVERAGE
3,5/5
Ik denk dat ik hier nog even over moet nadenken
Ik denk dat ik hier nog even over moet nadenken
I’ve never read a book like this. The character development Ingrid goes through is phenomenal. The storytelling through diary entries fits the plot perfectly. It’s a coming of age story without being cliché. I didn’t know there was a part of the plot I was missing until near the end and when I found the missing piece everything fell into place even though it didn’t seem things weren’t fitting before.
I’d recommend this story to anyone who enjoys reading complicated family relationships, books about the importance of mental health, romance, and/or realistic fiction.
I’d recommend this story to anyone who enjoys reading complicated family relationships, books about the importance of mental health, romance, and/or realistic fiction.
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
sad
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
When I was first pitched this book at the Scholastic blogger feast earlier this year, I was immediately hooked in by the idea of this being described as "The Breakfast Club goes camping." Now if anyone knows me well, they would know just how much I love that classic movie and how much importance it holds in my life. It's absolutely brilliant. So yes, I was eager to sink my claws into a copy of this book. Everything Beautiful is Not Ruined also holds the award for having one of the most gorgeous covers designed! Props to the design team at Scholastic for nailing it there...
The synopsis pretty much covers the main base of the story. A young troubled teen Ingrid goes out on an adventure to scour the wild outdoors where even the smallest necessities are no where in sight. It's almost brutal and absolutely painful to watch as she endures the challenging hurdles she must face in an effort to prove herself. Ingrid by far, is truly one of the most relatable, honest and down to earth characters I have read about. Her voice was strong, packed with emotion and feeling - and much sarcasm. I thoroughly enjoyed switching back and forth between her past and present, told through a series of letters, flashbacks and exposition. There was a great balance and the story flowed smoothly.
The exploration of family relationships within YA is something I am always on the lookout for, and in this case I was taken by the bond Ingrid held with her mother who had great musical talents only to face a tragedy leading to a much more, complicated outcome. It felt intense, invoked feelings within me to see Ingrid's anguish and desperation as a young child to see her mother falling apart. Honestly, it cut deep.
Everything Beautiful is Not Ruined greatly explores friendship, love and family and overcoming the hurdles in your life. With a strong voice, a great cast of characters thrown into a rather interesting scenario, it was fun, entertaining as well as thought provoking. A rather fantastic read and one I'd recommend to many.
The synopsis pretty much covers the main base of the story. A young troubled teen Ingrid goes out on an adventure to scour the wild outdoors where even the smallest necessities are no where in sight. It's almost brutal and absolutely painful to watch as she endures the challenging hurdles she must face in an effort to prove herself. Ingrid by far, is truly one of the most relatable, honest and down to earth characters I have read about. Her voice was strong, packed with emotion and feeling - and much sarcasm. I thoroughly enjoyed switching back and forth between her past and present, told through a series of letters, flashbacks and exposition. There was a great balance and the story flowed smoothly.
The exploration of family relationships within YA is something I am always on the lookout for, and in this case I was taken by the bond Ingrid held with her mother who had great musical talents only to face a tragedy leading to a much more, complicated outcome. It felt intense, invoked feelings within me to see Ingrid's anguish and desperation as a young child to see her mother falling apart. Honestly, it cut deep.
Everything Beautiful is Not Ruined greatly explores friendship, love and family and overcoming the hurdles in your life. With a strong voice, a great cast of characters thrown into a rather interesting scenario, it was fun, entertaining as well as thought provoking. A rather fantastic read and one I'd recommend to many.
This book was a longer read, and really reminded me of Wendelin Van Draanen's "Wild Bird". It drew on really interesting ways of writing, switching between letters, memories, and the present as the main character goes on a difficult trip of self-discovery and reflection. A lot of times she acts strangely over her age, and I forgot she was only 17. This book delved into the darker side of singing, the darker side of people who fell out of the spotlight, and really makes the reader think about what it means to love someone and be family.
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Fantastic story told beautifully. Complex and complicated characters, including a protagonist you can't help but root for (even when she's stretching your patience the tiniest bit you can't help but want the very best for her); interesting structure (Younge-Ullman makes great use of letters/diary entries and flashbacks); an unexpected twist (well I sure as hell didn't see it coming); and an ending that isn't picture perfect but offers a modicum of hope.
Would recommend this to advanced readers 14+ and adults who: 1) love YA and/or 2) need proof that YA is not just for teenagers.
Would recommend this to advanced readers 14+ and adults who: 1) love YA and/or 2) need proof that YA is not just for teenagers.
När jag läste ut boken satt jag och höll den mot bröstet en lång stund, med tårarna strömmande ner för kinderna och med ett hjärta fullt av känslor. Den var så mycket mer än jag trodde och vågade hoppas på.