allie_oop 's review for:

Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson

5.0

challenging dark emotional funny sad slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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Okay, wow. Definitely check the trigger warnings, but so worth it if you can handle the subject matter, and such an important conversation. Starts off slow, but picks up speed toward the end as Melinda starts to find her voice again. Also really recommend reading the afterword and the author interview at the end, if you're someone who normally skips those.