This Is Not a Personal Statement by Tracy Badua

This Is Not a Personal Statement

Tracy Badua

352 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction contemporary young adult emotional reflective tense medium-paced

Description

Admission meets American Panda in this propulsive, poignant YA contemporary novel about a teen who, after getting rejected from her dream college, forges her own acceptance, and commits to living a lie. Perfect for fans of Mary H.K. Choi!At sixtee...

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Community Reviews Summary of 80 reviews

Moods

emotional 67%
tense 62%
reflective 47%
hopeful 30%
challenging 25%
adventurous 22%
funny 17%
inspiring 15%
lighthearted 15%
informative 7%
sad 7%
relaxing 5%

Pace

medium 70%
fast 20%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 48% | Character: 34% | Plot: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 97% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 2%

Average rating

3.75

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