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Lock and Key by Sarah Dessen

3 reviews

trumanshow's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional lighthearted reflective fast-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

4.0

I loved the face that the both main characters get the help they needed in the end. It's not the typical, 'you saved me but why I can't save you' trope. They both saved each other from themselves and their situation. Although, the main character is a bit hard headed. Making it somewhat difficult for those surrounding her, especially those who are trying their best to help her. But I believe that's the part of the process. I've been there. 
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elyssam's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Classic Sarah Dessen, can’t really complain. There were some dated terms, but the story wasn’t too bad for being 14 years old. 
Ruby works to find a definition of family as both an assignment from school and as a way to accept her own new life. 
I listened to the audiobook so it was more or less a simple read for me. So,e dark elements but overall hopeful. 
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kyleethecatlady's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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