Reviews tagging 'Child abuse'

The DUFF by Kody Keplinger

6 reviews

reading_srsly's review against another edition

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lighthearted reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

* Enemies to Lovers
* High School Drama
* Escapism

When Bianca Piper’s home life takes a turn for the worst, she goes looking for distraction anywhere she can find it. And if that means sleeping with the enemy, well, she’ll do whatever it takes. 

If the description doesn’t give it away, there’s a bit of spiciness in this book, and a mildly offensive and negative inner voice that could be off-putting for some readers. This book strikes an impressive balance between fluffy and heavy topics, and is a good escapist read, despite the unapologetic heaviness and insecurities that drive the plot forward. This is a pretty focused story, though - outside of the various intersecting relationship dramas, the world is somewhat one-dimensional. Definitely one of those novels that’s always good for a re-read! 

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stacylharmon's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted fast-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

4.0

A delightful perspective on the insecurities of young adults trying to find their independence, and trying to navigate relationships with both family and friends. 

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alanaefarrell's review against another edition

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dark emotional hopeful 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

2.5


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sunflowerlu's review against another edition

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

2.0


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littlegretty's review against another edition

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emotional inspiring reflective medium-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

3.25

This book was a favorite of mine growing up. Upon another read, it didn’t hold up nearly as well but the main premise still holds up. A great read for a tough weekend. There are certain passages that 13 year old me still maintains as the reason I was able to start accepting myself and my body. A great teen read, maybe not an adult one.

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lilacsophie's review against another edition

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challenging reflective

4.0


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