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A review by grace_schriedel
Girls Night by I.S. Belle
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
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? It's complicated
4.0
With a mix of Mean Girls and Flight Club, Girls Night is a captivating YA novel about four girls trying to fit in.
The characters really are the stars of the show here, although the plot is quite enjoyable as well. The book is told through all four “ringmaster’s” points of view, which really helps you get to know them by understanding where they’re coming from and revealing their emotions along the way. I grew to love each character as the book went on, even though their decisions sometimes made me angry. I think they all reflected the desperation and rage teenage girls often experience at this time in their lives and for these characters, Girls Night provided an outlet.
I thought this book was well done, if a bit predictable at times. I also thoroughly enjoyed the sprinkles of romance and queer bonding as I felt that really added to the overall vibe of the book. I definitely recommend checking this one out, especially if you’re a fan of Means Girls and/or Fight Club!
The characters really are the stars of the show here, although the plot is quite enjoyable as well. The book is told through all four “ringmaster’s” points of view, which really helps you get to know them by understanding where they’re coming from and revealing their emotions along the way. I grew to love each character as the book went on, even though their decisions sometimes made me angry. I think they all reflected the desperation and rage teenage girls often experience at this time in their lives and for these characters, Girls Night provided an outlet.
I thought this book was well done, if a bit predictable at times. I also thoroughly enjoyed the sprinkles of romance and queer bonding as I felt that really added to the overall vibe of the book. I definitely recommend checking this one out, especially if you’re a fan of Means Girls and/or Fight Club!