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A review by eldritchreader
Off the Record by Camryn Garrett
4.0
Trigger warnings:
Off the Record covers a lot in just over 300 pages and tells an incredibly important story. The #metoo movement is something incredibly relevant in current news and Garrett approaches it in an incredibly digestible way for younger readers. Not only does this book explore sexual harassment and assault within the entertainment industry, but it also voices critical commentary on the idea that there is no threshold for assault, and the trauma involved, to be valid. Additionally, the narration on the representation of a fat POC main character was fantastic and natural - they don't solely define the character but still plays a role in many of her feelings and behaviours.
Beyond these points, this was a little slower-paced than contemporaries that I personally enjoy. And while I loved the friendship depiction between Josie and Penny and the tumultuous sibing dynamic with Josie's sister the romance element felt forced and unnecessary.
Garrett has woven a stunning and incredibly vital story for today's younger generation.
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sexual assault, sexual harassment, anxiety, body & fat shaming, rape (implied), emesis,toxic diet culture, bimisiaOff the Record covers a lot in just over 300 pages and tells an incredibly important story. The #metoo movement is something incredibly relevant in current news and Garrett approaches it in an incredibly digestible way for younger readers. Not only does this book explore sexual harassment and assault within the entertainment industry, but it also voices critical commentary on the idea that there is no threshold for assault, and the trauma involved, to be valid. Additionally, the narration on the representation of a fat POC main character was fantastic and natural - they don't solely define the character but still plays a role in many of her feelings and behaviours.
Beyond these points, this was a little slower-paced than contemporaries that I personally enjoy. And while I loved the friendship depiction between Josie and Penny and the tumultuous sibing dynamic with Josie's sister the romance element felt forced and unnecessary.
Garrett has woven a stunning and incredibly vital story for today's younger generation.
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Happy reading! ❤