readertz's review against another edition
4.0
This book, written in verse, tells the story of two girls who are linked together by a crime. Darra's dad steals a car that Wren is hiding in. First readers find out how Wren escapes. Then they find out what happens when the girls attend the same summer camp years later. This is a quick read, but a story that will make you think. The title has a double meaning. Wren hides in the beginning, but there's also a hidden message revealed by the author's words. This is an intriguing story. It's also a YHBA nominee for 2013-2014.
sandraagee's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. I really enjoyed the intensity of the first section, which describes Wren's experience when she is "kidnapped." The rest of the books is quieter and more psychological, but still very enjoyable.
melissapalmer404's review against another edition
4.0
Book #47 Read in 2013
Hidden by Helen Frost (YA)
This is a young adult verse novel. When she was eight, Wren was hiding in the backseat when her mother's car was carjacked. The thief did not know that Wren was in the car when he took it. When he gets home, Wren hides in the garage until she can escape safely. The thief's young daughter knows Wren is in the garage and leaves out food and drink for her. Her name is Darra. Darra's father is arrested and sent to prison. Years later, the two girls meet again at summer camp. They keep their history secret from the other campers. But eventually, the girls confront their shared past and discuss it. Will they come out as friends?
This was a good, quick read. The verse format is well done enough to create complex characters and an interesting plot. This is a testament to Frost's writing talent. Wren and Darra are interesting characters; they are both strong girls who are survivors. I enjoyed this book and would recommend it.
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Hidden by Helen Frost (YA)
This is a young adult verse novel. When she was eight, Wren was hiding in the backseat when her mother's car was carjacked. The thief did not know that Wren was in the car when he took it. When he gets home, Wren hides in the garage until she can escape safely. The thief's young daughter knows Wren is in the garage and leaves out food and drink for her. Her name is Darra. Darra's father is arrested and sent to prison. Years later, the two girls meet again at summer camp. They keep their history secret from the other campers. But eventually, the girls confront their shared past and discuss it. Will they come out as friends?
This was a good, quick read. The verse format is well done enough to create complex characters and an interesting plot. This is a testament to Frost's writing talent. Wren and Darra are interesting characters; they are both strong girls who are survivors. I enjoyed this book and would recommend it.
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kkayastha929's review against another edition
4.0
This book was great! Be sure to read the authors note at the end!!!!
kimjunmyeon's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
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
3.5
kenna2024's review against another edition
3.0
Well there is not much to say really. It was short and wholesome. I liked this, though like I said before I wish it had been longer with a little more detail. I would never have read this if my grandma didn't get it for me. Just... Yeah. It was cute, I liked it, and I enjoy how it left you to decide how the story ends. You get to imagine what it was all like for the girls after they finally met face to face.. Not my favorite book, but it wasn't too bad.
taliaissmart's review against another edition
4.0
I loved the plot of this story. It's very interesting to think about how if Darra's grandmother hadn't had given the four weeks at camp to Darra in her will, Wren and Darra probably never would have met again, especially since they came from two very different social classes.
I really liked the writing in this book. Each of the main characters' point of view pieces were written in different styles of poetry, and although I don't usually love poetry, I really enjoyed this. I also really felt like I could relate to both of the main characters. This book was very good, but it was very short and I think that the length might keep it out of the public eye.
*Cover: I really liked the cover but I wasn't sure how much it related to the actual story.*
I really liked the writing in this book. Each of the main characters' point of view pieces were written in different styles of poetry, and although I don't usually love poetry, I really enjoyed this. I also really felt like I could relate to both of the main characters. This book was very good, but it was very short and I think that the length might keep it out of the public eye.
*Cover: I really liked the cover but I wasn't sure how much it related to the actual story.*
saraellenme's review against another edition
dark
inspiring
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? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Kidnapping, Gun violence, and Child abuse