A review by alsahm
Giddy Barber Explodes in 11 by Dina Havranek

challenging tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I've been thinking about what to say about this one for a while now. The characters are mostly unlikeable (and her first set of friends felt unbelievable) but I sympathize with Giddy and like her exploration of oppositional therapy, and how it leads her to realize how much a mess her family is and eventually a happier life. It does go through each of the 11 days which felt slow, but good for a book club discussion, I think.