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rachyc's review against another edition
4.0
I love all of April Henry’s books! They’re so exciting and always a quick read. Little disappointed with who the culprit was, as it didn’t really tie in with the story, but overall the storyline was interesting and suspenseful. 4/5
kawarwick's review against another edition
4.0
I love April Henry's murder mysteries. Always good for a fast, fun read that keeps you guessing till the end.
arundlestl's review against another edition
3.0
Olivia's on the hunt for her parents' murderer. It could be any of the town people she's met. The cast of characters was so stereotyped, it was just too much.
This book wasn't nearly as suspenseful as her books I've read in the past. Not a very moving plot. It only got really intense on page 195.
This book wasn't nearly as suspenseful as her books I've read in the past. Not a very moving plot. It only got really intense on page 195.
latelykelsey's review against another edition
3.0
It wasn't my favorite YA thriller but it was a nice read. I could definitely see recommending this to a reluctant reader.
cstoeger's review against another edition
4.0
I love April Henry's books! Read my full review here: http://cbabblings.blogspot.com/2016/07/the-girl-i-used-to-be-by-april-henry.html
bibliobethica's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoy reading April Henry books with high school students and this one is good. Lots of plot twists (some a bit predictable) and a strong, relatable female protagonist.
cblossom33's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
This book is a solid 5⭐️ rating from me, as I love the setup, the characters, and how much you learn about the main character and her recovering memories.
I would suggest this book if you're looking for a quick and easy thriller read.
This was a reread, so I knew who the killer was, and going back and reading it all again let light that it was a bit suspicious of the murderer at points, but it was well hidden behind the other pointing fingers and facts shown throughout the story.
Olivia, also known as Ariel, is a great main character with how she had doubts and fears that you would expect in the situation she is going through. With how she slowly recovered her memories of the murder in flashes and how she understandbly was confused and scared after each one.
Duncan is the sweet childhood friend to Olivia who, even once finding out she now goes by a different name, helps her by searching for who could've killed her parents. He is a sweet guy who shows he cares through actions, like how he offered to be in a fake relationship with Olivia, so she didn't seem suspicious looking for details.
Nora was the sweet neighbor next door who I would have loved to know with her view of life and her wacky furniture in her house. Even though when she knew who Olivia really was, she didn't say anything till she knew it was time.
Olivia's/Ariel's parents sound so sweet through the memories that are shared of them throughout the story. It also shows a realistic take of them as a couple of them having their ups and downs even if they didn't truly get to grow from them.
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I would suggest this book if you're looking for a quick and easy thriller read.
This was a reread, so I knew who the killer was, and going back and reading it all again let light that it was a bit suspicious of the murderer at points, but it was well hidden behind the other pointing fingers and facts shown throughout the story.
Olivia, also known as Ariel, is a great main character with how she had doubts and fears that you would expect in the situation she is going through. With how she slowly recovered her memories of the murder in flashes and how she understandbly was confused and scared after each one.
Duncan is the sweet childhood friend to Olivia who, even once finding out she now goes by a different name, helps her by searching for who could've killed her parents. He is a sweet guy who shows he cares through actions, like how he offered to be in a fake relationship with Olivia, so she didn't seem suspicious looking for details.
Nora was the sweet neighbor next door who I would have loved to know with her view of life and her wacky furniture in her house. Even though when she knew who Olivia really was, she didn't say anything till she knew it was time.
Olivia's/Ariel's parents sound so sweet through the memories that are shared of them throughout the story. It also shows a realistic take of them as a couple of them having their ups and downs even if they didn't truly get to grow from them.
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flarflar13's review against another edition
3.0
I give it a 3 looking at it through YA readers' eyes, and some may give it a 4. The context is violent (murder mystery), but the details of the violence are minimal so I would recommend this book for 7th grade and up, and even more mature 6th graders.