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A review by _rebeccareads_
Bad Influence by Tamsin Winter
4.0
I really felt for Amelia throughout the book - with pressure to be perfect in every aspect of her life, from academics, her music, and living up to her dad's extremely high expectations, to trying so hard to be liked in school.
The extent of Amelia's bullying was really difficult to read, and I was just wishing she would tell someone!
I'm sure many of us have been in a similar situation with a boy as Amelia, desperately wanting to impress, and not knowing where you stand is all too relatable, something I think Tamsin captured perfectly. So, whilst I was frustrated at her at times, my heart broke for her as the story unfolded with Evan.
That being said, there were some wonderful relationships in this story. I loved her friendship with Nisha, her sisterly bond with Hannah, and seeing her connect more with Selina.
Overall, a very enjoyable read, highlighting some really important issues, with a heartwarming ending.
The extent of Amelia's bullying was really difficult to read, and I was just wishing she would tell someone!
I'm sure many of us have been in a similar situation with a boy as Amelia, desperately wanting to impress, and not knowing where you stand is all too relatable, something I think Tamsin captured perfectly. So, whilst I was frustrated at her at times, my heart broke for her as the story unfolded with Evan.
That being said, there were some wonderful relationships in this story. I loved her friendship with Nisha, her sisterly bond with Hannah, and seeing her connect more with Selina.
Overall, a very enjoyable read, highlighting some really important issues, with a heartwarming ending.