Reviews tagging 'Self harm'

Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson

152 reviews

bluelightbeam's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Ableism, Sexual assault, Violence, and Self harm

phantasmfiend's review against another edition

challenging emotional hopeful informative reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Self harm, Sexual assault, Toxic friendship, Bullying, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Rape, and Suicidal thoughts

kaz_brekkerrr's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious sad fast-paced

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

4.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Rape

Minor: Cursing and Self harm

mementomori04's review against another edition

emotional reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Drug use, Sexual violence, Rape, and Sexual assault

Moderate: Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, and Alcohol

Minor: Ableism, Blood, and Toxic friendship

oliviaengland05's review against another edition

challenging dark informative reflective sad tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual assault, Self harm, Mental illness, and Sexual violence

ashbug's review against another edition

challenging emotional reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book was the first book I’ve ever read. I read this in 6th grade in an entire school day throughout my classes. I stood outside my locker and finished it in the hall and one of my classmates walked up to me and said “you’re still reading that book”?! Obviously, I couldn’t put it down. Throughout this book I wanted to throw my arms around Melinda and tell her she’s not alone and everything will feel better in time. In many ways, I could relate to Melinda and some of the obstacles she experienced in school. The writing style is unique and unlike any other book I’ve read. It’s raw, honest, and witty when needed, without drawing away from the book’s important theme. I will never forget this book as it will always hold a special place in my heart.

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Sexual assault

Minor: Self harm

schang2911_'s review against another edition

challenging dark emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring mysterious reflective sad tense slow-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

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Bullying, Self harm, Rape, and Sexual assault

_saphyr_'s review against another edition

dark emotional reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Rape, Sexual violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Blood, Self harm, Misogyny, Sexual assault, and Toxic friendship

mjmalaga's review against another edition

dark emotional sad 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

5.0

Melina Sordino is the most relatable character ever.

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Sexual assault and Rape

Minor: Self harm

dory21's review against another edition

dark emotional funny hopeful lighthearted sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.75

Everything on this book is perfect but.. what about David?.. And
Laurie's style of writing reminds me of Jandy Nelson, who's style is as playful as Laurie's.. 
Kind of nice book, but I would be happier if it has more pages or continuation.. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Self harm, Bullying, and Toxic friendship