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lezapal's review against another edition
4.0
This is definitely not a typical why a novel. The topics are really intense, the book is long and uses a very small font, and at times the main character seems too good to be true. But all of that said, it is inspirational and encouraging to kids who are struggling with circumstances beyond their control.
abergland7's review against another edition
4.0
Listened on audiobook. Did not like the narrator, but liked the story enough to listen to the whole thing. That's saying something!
parboiledlentils's review against another edition
3.0
While the plot is well-paced, it is definitely predictable. The characters are fairly vibrant and I enjoyed the exploration of current high school tropes. However, the writing seemed to be trying too hard. Many of the metaphors were overdone and contrived. Not my favorite, but it did have its pros.
andersonh92's review against another edition
4.0
I really liked this book! Very realistic. Loved the message that we are always trying to become ourselves, looking for who we are, but we can never find that in someone else.
lrlong11's review against another edition
3.0
I thought this was an average highschool drama book. Plenty of tidbits about basketball and accepting yourself and wanting to date the hot cheerleader, with a sprinkle of friendship drama. The main character didn't impress me much.
beasleysbooks's review against another edition
4.0
This book was unexpectedly amazing and heartfelt. I don't think I've connected to a teenage boy character the way I connected to Wilder. He was easy to love and easy to root for. I'm sincerely glad I read this book.
nicolaaa's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5