A review by franuary
The Lucy Variations by Sara Zarr

2.0

I wanted to like this so much. I've really enjoyed what I've read of Sara Zarr previously, especially Sweethearts. But as much as I tried to ignore it, I couldn't get past the complete ick factor of a "will they or won't they?" romance between a teenager and a 30-something year old man. Even though it's ultimately revealed that her married mentor has been leading her on for his own gain and not because he's interested in her romantically, I couldn't help but wonder what would have happened to Lucy if Will was just a run of the mill ephebophile rather a manipulative scum bag.

Two stars for the potential this book had, but I can't imagine a situation where I would feel comfortable recommending this to a teenager.