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The Importance of Being Roxie
by Cori Cooper
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
The Importance of Being Roxie is a young adult novel that delves into the complexities of identity, self-worth, and the pressures of high school life. Roxie Lewis, a high school senior, is stopped in her tracks with the idea that she hasn’t achieved anything worth remembering her by, and she will only be known as Pyper Lewis’s little sister. Roxie has focused entirely on designing clothes and watching old movies with her small circle of friends. Roxie feels overshadowed by her accomplished sister, Pyper. In her attempt to right this wrong, Roxie is determined to make her mark, reinventing herself to gain popularity. Joining the dance team, newspaper, yearbook, and eating with the popular crowd, she takes on every activity to ensure people remember her for more than being Pyper’s sister. However, along the way, Roxie starts to lose what made her Roxie, and it will take her friends, family, and the infamous Pyper to come to the rescue. Roxie must decide whether to change everything or stay true to herself.
Author Cori Cooper was incredibly realistic, portraying teenage life with the emotional turmoil and drama we all remember from high school. Cooper focuses her stories on her characters finding their authentic self and getting through their formative years by walking their path. The story itself was very engaging, an easy read that takes you right into the main character's shoes. The growth of Roxie, her family, and friends was very authentic, ebbing and flowing, making this an excellent read for anyone. This is the perfect novel if you want a good read showcasing self-discovery mixed with teenage angst.