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My friends and people I follow are all over the place with their ratings on this book - from one star to five stars. It sounds like my sort of story. Is the writing lame?

Susan Iskowich I found the writing to be the total opposite of lame. And I would have to agree with Julie, one of the best books I have ever read; I was actually a b…moreI found the writing to be the total opposite of lame. And I would have to agree with Julie, one of the best books I have ever read; I was actually a bit sad to have finished it. (less)

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summary of the book?

Laura Berman The book is written so well that I found I did very little skimming of descriptive parts. The characters are well constructed and the story is both we…moreThe book is written so well that I found I did very little skimming of descriptive parts. The characters are well constructed and the story is both well constructed and fascinating. (less)

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Can this be read as a stand-alone?

Laura Yes, the first time I read it (about 20 years ago) I didn't even know it was part of a series. I read it again last year, found it as good as I rememb…moreYes, the first time I read it (about 20 years ago) I didn't even know it was part of a series. I read it again last year, found it as good as I remembered, and then read the rest of the series.(less)

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Is it appropriate for young teens?

Laura I wouldn't say it's inappropriate, but I don't think young teens would enjoy it.…moreI wouldn't say it's inappropriate, but I don't think young teens would enjoy it.(less)

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