A review by lynnlovegreen
The Year I Stopped Trying by Katie Heaney

emotional funny reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Mary is an overachiever, until she wonders why she tries so hard. As she navigates a year of not trying, she discovers who she is and what really matters, including a few surprises she never saw coming. This novel is full of heart, humor, and the big questions that teens have at this stage in life.