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Imagine that you're going through one of the hardest parts of your life—being a teenager—when your parents are killed in a horrific car...
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Mar 10, 2011
LauraW
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Painful to read, but I guess that is what makes it good. It really makes clear the confusing and contradictory feelings surrounding deaths that happen quickly, in this case, a car accident. I have been closely effected by two quick deaths, one a suicide and the other a murder, and they really did effect me differently than the slow deaths (cancer) that have touched my life. It is a small part of the whole, but I was glad she added the short section about not being able to relate to the girl w
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Nov 28, 2011
Esme
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Grief Girl by Erin Vincent, is a story that is hard to imagine and believe that it is true. Erin Vincent tells the tale of her life long struggle after a shocking tragedy befalls her family. The book is written in the present tense, and is narrated by Erin. She beautifully illustrates her story and quickly brings the reader in. As soon as I opened this book, I was captivated by the story. I am usually not the kind of person who would pick up this kind of book and read it, however I thoroughly en
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Nov 14, 2010
Samantha
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This book is a memoir about Erin Vincent's life, starting from when she was fourteen. The whole book is based around the death of her parents and the aftermath of what happened. Throughout the book, she believes that her parents' deaths were her fault because she wished only a week earlier before their deaths that they would die. After their deaths, her life is torture, as she is stuck with her moody sister who appears to absolutely hate her and with no money at all.
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Dec 01, 2008
Hendo
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This one was okay. I didn't really like the author...I'm not sure why. I just didn't like her voice or tone or something.
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Oct 29, 2009
Claudia
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In this memoir, Erin Vincent gives us the unvarnished truth of grief. It's messy, it's not linear. It attacks us all differently. Not even sisters, facing the same loss, will respond the same. When she was a young teen, Erin lost her mother, and then a month later, her father. Both victims of an accident. Tracy, her older sister, dealt with the loss by keeping busy, taking charge, being competent. Erin felt pushed aside, useless, undervalued. The girls each were trying to survive that horrible a
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Dec 22, 2011
Jennifer
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In this heartbreaking yet uplifting memoir, Erin Vincent recounts the tragedy of losing both of her parents in a terrible car accident when she was fourteen. What makes the story so sad, at least for me, was that fact that her father, unlike her mother, was not killed instantly in the crash, but survived for a number of weeks before succumbing to his injuries. For me, this fact made Ms. Vincent's story even more difficult, as it felt like hope had l More...
In this heartbreaking yet uplifting memoir, Erin Vincent recounts the tragedy of losing both of her parents in a terrible car accident when she was fourteen. What makes the story so sad, at least for me, was that fact that her father, unlike her mother, was not killed instantly in the crash, but survived for a number of weeks before succumbing to his injuries. For me, this fact made Ms. Vincent's story even more difficult, as it felt like hope had l More...
May 30, 2011
Kenaia
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I didn't realize this book was a true story until about halfway through when I happened to glance again at the cover. This makes it even more amazing when I say how raw and honest Erin's story is. She tells everything the way she sees it, no matter how strange or personal these thoughts might be. This, in turn, makes her narrative truly unique. I am astonished by the guts she had to tell her story the way she did. Everyone can learn something from this book, no matter where you are in life.
Oct 18, 2011
Andie
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I'm reading this book for a project for school and I need to write a summary about it. I'm half way through and so far I find the book sad, but very real and what life would be like without a mother or father. It is truly realistic and I find that it is one of the best non-fiction stories I've read. That's not saying a lot considering I've only ever read 3 fiction books that weren't required for school. It is a good book and I will continue reading it.
Jul 21, 2009
Richelle
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This is not an easy read. Grief Girl is the true story of Erin Vincent, a 14-year-old Australian girl whose parents are hit by a speeding tow truck and die. Her grief, and that of her older sister, is unbearable and they both struggle for years to find themselves, and each other, in the midst of this unbelievable sadness. Erin's sister takes her grief out on Erin and, as a result, Erin struggles with feelings of unworthiness and depression. Erin believes the accident is her fault because in
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May 09, 2009
Marjanne
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This was an interesting memoir about how the author deals with the death of her parents when she was a teenager. It's sad to see everything she goes through and the difficulties that occur in her life because of her parent's deaths. I don't feel like this book is particularly exceptional, but it is interesting to see other's experiences. I think that teenagers would probably relate to this more than I was able to.
Sep 09, 2010
Ms.
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Ms. Farris recommended this book to me, and it was outstanding. Erin Vincent tells the true story of when both of her parents died within a month of each other. Her sister Tracy, brother Trent, and she are left to fend for themselves. It is beautifully written, and I found myself looking forward to every opportunity I had to read it. I would highly recommend it, especially to students who have lost parents or students who enjoy true stories.
Nov 19, 2009
Sashi
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It took me a little while to get into this memoir of a young woman's experience losing both her parents. It was overwhelming at times to be so completely immersed in her grief with so little perspective. But what I came to appreciate about this book was how perfectly the author captured the voice of adolescent self going through this experience and all its phases.
Apr 01, 2009
Ann
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Ages 12+ (language)
In the early 80's a freak accident kills Erin's mother and badly injures her father. A month later, with barely time to recover from her mother's sudden death, her father, thought to be recovering, unexpectedly dies from his injuries. She and her 18 year old sister Tracy, along with their 3 year old brother Trent, are left parentless. A fast and engaging read, chronicling the years after her parents death as they struggle with anger and sadness, incompetent relativ More...
In the early 80's a freak accident kills Erin's mother and badly injures her father. A month later, with barely time to recover from her mother's sudden death, her father, thought to be recovering, unexpectedly dies from his injuries. She and her 18 year old sister Tracy, along with their 3 year old brother Trent, are left parentless. A fast and engaging read, chronicling the years after her parents death as they struggle with anger and sadness, incompetent relativ More...
Jul 04, 2009
Sandra
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Looking for nonfiction for my students, I picked up this teen memoir of an Australian teen who loses both parents as a result of an auto accident. It's worth reading, but has real problems that go against my being able to give it to my students: offensive language, some reference to sexual topics (not horribly offensive).
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The novel's purpose is good: tell the story of a girl who loses both her parents and give insight into the challenges of a teenager who must grow up and deal with all More...
Mar 03, 2008
Cherie
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Full disclosure: Erin is my friend. That said, I read this book quickly. I read it on the train, while walking down the street, on my lunch break.
The fact that she and her siblings were orphaned is hard enough. But what happens from there is just astounding. It made me wonder how adults could be so cruel and unfeeling toward children, especially orphaned children of their friend or family member. It's amazing that any child going through this would rise above it and flourish. B More...
The fact that she and her siblings were orphaned is hard enough. But what happens from there is just astounding. It made me wonder how adults could be so cruel and unfeeling toward children, especially orphaned children of their friend or family member. It's amazing that any child going through this would rise above it and flourish. B More...
Apr 20, 2010
Maurisa
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This really IS a true story, not one of those fiction books that says it's true but really not. I don't know that it is necessarily an inspiring story, but it is interesting and teens will like it.
May 05, 2009
Kristen
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It was a very good book. Slightly depressing, but in the end it was very well written. I love how it was written about Erin Vincent's real life. It expresses all her pain and tragedy very well.
Feb 01, 2009
Bella
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Oct 05, 2008
Boyd
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Not a bad read, though I wasn't crazy about the writing style. The author's recount of her childhood after losing both of her parents has its moments, but I just didn't like the author (or at least the way she portrayed herself) very much.
That being said, I recently lost my father in a fairly bizarre accident, and her critique of some of the grieving process and the way you're treated by other people during that process resonated with me.
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That being said, I recently lost my father in a fairly bizarre accident, and her critique of some of the grieving process and the way you're treated by other people during that process resonated with me.
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Jul 22, 2009
Angie
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Another memoir to add to my list. Again enjoyable. Siblings dealing with the loss of both parents within a few months, dealing with the aftermath& moving on.
Apr 05, 2009
Amy
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This memoir started out strong, but quickly lost steam and I felt myself skimming. See IF I STAY for a similar story (but better IMHO).
Feb 20, 2011
Ashley
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this book had my crying like a baby every time i picked the friggin thing up!! id never cried over a book before i read this!
Sep 13, 2011
Miss Theriault
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Grief Girl was powerful, unsettling, and raw. It is an amazing memoir of grief from the perspective of a teenager. Not always an easy read (it had me near or in tears many times) but a worthwhile one. Erin Vincent is not afraid to delve deep and to touch on thoughts and subjects that are uncomfortable, because they are real. Overall, an incredibly worthwhile, quick read.
Jan 11, 2012
Sydney
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Very sad and depressing. If you like sad stories, it's the book for you!
Mar 16, 2009
it was the best book when it comes down to a book from england.
Apr 15, 2009
Taylor
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Very good book. Even though this girl has been through so much, she is hilarious.
