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*Spoilers Ahead*
I was excited to read this book as it was a new genre for me. I have not read a book that discusses bullying and suicide, which is a very important and sensitive topic but was glad to have the chance to see how it would be portrayed in this book. Also, this book was out of my comfort zone which is another reason I was excited to read.
This book gave me mixed emotions. I understood the importance of bullying but Sara, the main character was likeable on moment then slowly made me confused. While reading the book I immediately wanted to know more, wanted to know Emma's side of the story and was expecting more details and evidence on bullying and why it started but felt that I did not get closure. However, through Sara's statement at the end I felt a little bit of closure and could see her full potential shining through.
At some points the book just seemed to be about Sara and her relationship to Dylan, especially on Prom night but I only saw Sara blaming Emma, not Dylan as well. I could not understand why Sara only saw Emma as the one she needed to get back at but after reading the book and reflecting, I understand that it is high school. The environment, the people, the time in Sara's life made me reflect on my own times in high school and see how people can grow.
I expected more from this book in many aspects but am glad I got to read a book outside my comfort zone. Not only that but it makes me realize how important it is to know that there are more sides to every story and to reflect on my actions as well. Important lessons learned.
*Spoilers Ahead*
I was excited to read this book as it was a new genre for me. I have not read a book that discusses bullying and suicide, which is a very important and sensitive topic but was glad to have the chance to see how it would be portrayed in this book. Also, this book was out of my comfort zone which is another reason I was excited to read.
This book gave me mixed emotions. I understood the importance of bullying but Sara, the main character was likeable on moment then slowly made me confused. While reading the book I immediately wanted to know more, wanted to know Emma's side of the story and was expecting more details and evidence on bullying and why it started but felt that I did not get closure. However, through Sara's statement at the end I felt a little bit of closure and could see her full potential shining through.
At some points the book just seemed to be about Sara and her relationship to Dylan, especially on Prom night but I only saw Sara blaming Emma, not Dylan as well. I could not understand why Sara only saw Emma as the one she needed to get back at but after reading the book and reflecting, I understand that it is high school. The environment, the people, the time in Sara's life made me reflect on my own times in high school and see how people can grow.
I expected more from this book in many aspects but am glad I got to read a book outside my comfort zone. Not only that but it makes me realize how important it is to know that there are more sides to every story and to reflect on my actions as well. Important lessons learned.