epedrotti's review against another edition
5.0
A book with a great message that everyone of all ages could benefit from! Definitely a quick read! Loved the relationships in this book.
squidpluiex's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
The book was just meh. I feel like it didn’t display an accurate 8th grade experience. It did include the r slur which is kinda accurate to middle schoolers. The book denounced the word but I feel like they couldve said the r slur instead of spelling the whole word out. I’m not the one who can decide if it’s ok if books use slurs to make it more accurate. But I know some authors do. Anyways the concept was good but the execution fell short. The whole bloop thing was cringy. I also hate when they show text and it’s all abbreviations and stuff. But what happened to Vannah is very serious and a good thing to bring light to. Also the message about bringing your own luck was nice. Overall it had a good message and was a fairly quick read.
chaziesbooks's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
abbierca's review against another edition
4.0
While this book is clearly intended for a younger audience, I would say middle school, I still enjoyed reading it quite a lot. I feel like Ms Erlbaum realistically captures what it is like to be an eighth grader, both in the universal experiences and the issues I didn't face as a child with things like the internet and smart phones. The character development was great and I truly felt like she captured a true slice of humanity with this book. Also, my favorite part may have been the teacher hating the word "literally"
angela_31's review against another edition
5.0
Emma is struggling because she just lost her aunt Jenny due to cancer. A strange note appears by her front door that says to make a list of 10 lucky things you hope for this month. Immediately, she thinks someone is pranking her. But, she does end up making the list and makes some changes to it. I love this book so much I read it 5 times.
rebeisstrange's review against another edition
5.0
PROS:
• such an inspiring story to teach people, that others change
• love the way it was written
• plot? MWUAH 💋
• the lesson in this is really great and unique. it shows just what can happen when you put yourself out there for popularity
CONS:
• the plot twist seemed unwanted, unnecessary, and confusing. it feels like it was thrown in just to be there.
• such an inspiring story to teach people, that others change
• love the way it was written
• plot? MWUAH 💋
• the lesson in this is really great and unique. it shows just what can happen when you put yourself out there for popularity
CONS:
• the plot twist seemed unwanted, unnecessary, and confusing. it feels like it was thrown in just to be there.
alexalovesbooks's review against another edition
2.0
2.5 stars. It was a charming enough little story, but it also felt like it was on the younger side of MG, which I don't often pick up personally these days. Plus, the pacing was a little bit uneven and the characters felt a little underdeveloped too.
thisgrrlreads's review against another edition
4.0
I surprised myself with how much I liked this book. Emma gets a note shoved under her door with $20 telling her to have a lucky month. It's anonymous, but I think we all know who it's from since her Aunt Jenny just died. Aunt Jenny was her mom's best friend who helped to raise her, even though they weren't technically related. I loved that detail in the book, as well as the fact that the lucky month was a nice outline for the book and gave Emma something to think about but it didn't overwhelm the story. Emma just kept living her life and reevaluating what it means to be lucky. Most of the twists and turns are predictable, although there is one part where Emma's best friend Savvy winds up with a topless photo of her all over school which I did not see coming.
This book is set very well in 8th grade, covering topics of childhood and of adolescence all at once. It's got real heart.
This book is set very well in 8th grade, covering topics of childhood and of adolescence all at once. It's got real heart.
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