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Hell School: Fresh Meat
High school is hard, especially when you're a freshman in a new town, surrounded by people you don't understand and who don't understand you. Sam was overwhelmed just trying to fit in. Then she is singled out with the first letter.
While some girls envy the “romantics” of this unknown admirer, Sam can tell something isn't right. Sam wanted to just blend in, but someone's eye is fixated on her. As the letters and bad poetry continue, so does the nagging in Sam's stomach telling her this is not normal.
When things escalate from strange to creepy, Sam's world becomes a nightmare. Twisted admiration is stalking her around every corner in the high school from hell….
While some girls envy the “romantics” of this unknown admirer, Sam can tell something isn't right. Sam wanted to just blend in, but someone's eye is fixated on her. As the letters and bad poetry continue, so does the nagging in Sam's stomach telling her this is not normal.
When things escalate from strange to creepy, Sam's world becomes a nightmare. Twisted admiration is stalking her around every corner in the high school from hell….
- GenresYoung Adult
264 pages, ebook
Published March 18, 2016
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Heidi Angell
12 books211 followersHeidi Angell is a bibliophile, lexicomaniac, and wordsmith who clearly believes in the Oxford comma. She is the author of The Hunters Saga, The Clear Angel Chronicles, The Hell School Series, Survivalist Bible series, and the Quick And Dirty series. She also created Royal Prince Vince, Creative Exercises to Inspire, and A Penslinger’s Ponderings. She has developed a series of courses covering everything from first draft to marketing, which can be found on her site. When she is not reading and writing, she can be found spending quality time with her family swimming, dancing, playing board games, or communing with nature.
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May 27, 2016
(Source: I received a digital copy of this book for free on a read-to-review basis. Thanks to author Heidi Angell.)
This was a YA story about a girl being stalked, set in 1995.
Sam was an okay character and I felt quite sorry for her in the way she kept receiving dodgy notes from someone that she didn’t know. It really put her in a difficult situation, and it couldn’t have been easy to know that someone was watching her and following her all the time.
The storyline in this was about Sam starting at a new school, and then about the stalker. The pace in this was quite slow, and I did feel like there were some unnecessary details which didn’t move the story along, but the story was enjoyable overall. I was also surprised to find out that this book was based on the author’s own experiences with a stalker.
The ending to this was a cliff-hanger.
6 out of 10
“Your rosy lips burn me as you lick them softly.”
This was a YA story about a girl being stalked, set in 1995.
Sam was an okay character and I felt quite sorry for her in the way she kept receiving dodgy notes from someone that she didn’t know. It really put her in a difficult situation, and it couldn’t have been easy to know that someone was watching her and following her all the time.
The storyline in this was about Sam starting at a new school, and then about the stalker. The pace in this was quite slow, and I did feel like there were some unnecessary details which didn’t move the story along, but the story was enjoyable overall. I was also surprised to find out that this book was based on the author’s own experiences with a stalker.
The ending to this was a cliff-hanger.
6 out of 10
June 12, 2016
I received a free ebook from the author, In exchange for an honest review
High school can be tough for anyone especially if they have to deal with rumors and such. I think that with Sam everything went a little bit too far. She did not only have to deal with comments about the way she looked, she looks older than she is because of her height and beautiful figure. There´s also rumors and mean looks from the girls at school and church because she happens to be friends with Wes (popular footballer and a senior). To top it all of she also has to deal with a stalker and one that doesn´t seem to go away.
"You should not play with people´s feelings."
At first I was a little annoyed with the writing style but after a couple of chapters I got used to it. I felt that Sam was a really nice, friendly, girl and also really mature for her age(she´s only 14) for example when she was talking to her older sister about the rumors about her and Wes she said this: “Why should I have to loose great friends because people are stupid?” Which I wholeheartedly agree with. Sam is just a friendly girl who doesn´t even think about boys the way the other girls do and mostly because she´s been raised as a mormon and they can´t date until they are 16. I don´t know why teenagers have to be mean to each other especially when they don´t even know whats going on or care about knowing before they say or do something mean. Sadly it happens everywhere and I think Sam´s way at looking at it is good. Even though it hurts sometimes.
"When you smile, even when it is not at me, the sun shines brighter."
Around two months in to school Sam finds a flower taped to her locker and a poem inside and it doesn´t stop after that, even after Sam has shown her disinterest. The poems are creepy, weird and awful and I think he went too far writing about her like that, she´s only 14! She tells her friends about it the next day. Only her friend April thinks it´s romantic.. which it isn´t.
Sam and her friends grew on me, they were a close-knit little group, even though they weren´t together all the time they were always there for each other which I liked. They all wanted to help find out who the stalker was and they were always there when she had a hard time. And even Wes(Candy´s older brother) who was always there to help and after she told him about the stalker he even went so far as being her bodyguard between classes!
I also like the letters to Robin, her friend from her old town. It would have been nice if we could have seen her response but reading Sam´s letter to her was nice though and you got a little hum of their conversation. That was also a way for her to talk about what was going on with everything and I liked how we were able to read her letters to Robin, that way we got a bit more personal with Sam.
What Sam told Robin when she told her about the stalker: "I feel bad, because the whole point of doing it secretly is to make a good impression, right? But he definitely did not." I agree.
I thought at first that it would have been more parts with the stalker, being followed home and things like that. She was watched in school though without knowing it, as a few poems stated.
But what i´ve heard it´s getting worse in the second book!
Without saying to much I think I figured out who the stalker could be and after finishing it my thoughts are the same.
Thank you Heidi for letting me read your book, what caught me by surprise was in the beginning of the book you let the reader know that this book is about your own high school experience. Hopefully your book will help other teens in the same or similar situations. I wouldn´t wish a stalker on anyone!
High school can be tough for anyone especially if they have to deal with rumors and such. I think that with Sam everything went a little bit too far. She did not only have to deal with comments about the way she looked, she looks older than she is because of her height and beautiful figure. There´s also rumors and mean looks from the girls at school and church because she happens to be friends with Wes (popular footballer and a senior). To top it all of she also has to deal with a stalker and one that doesn´t seem to go away.
"You should not play with people´s feelings."
At first I was a little annoyed with the writing style but after a couple of chapters I got used to it. I felt that Sam was a really nice, friendly, girl and also really mature for her age(she´s only 14) for example when she was talking to her older sister about the rumors about her and Wes she said this: “Why should I have to loose great friends because people are stupid?” Which I wholeheartedly agree with. Sam is just a friendly girl who doesn´t even think about boys the way the other girls do and mostly because she´s been raised as a mormon and they can´t date until they are 16. I don´t know why teenagers have to be mean to each other especially when they don´t even know whats going on or care about knowing before they say or do something mean. Sadly it happens everywhere and I think Sam´s way at looking at it is good. Even though it hurts sometimes.
"When you smile, even when it is not at me, the sun shines brighter."
Around two months in to school Sam finds a flower taped to her locker and a poem inside and it doesn´t stop after that, even after Sam has shown her disinterest. The poems are creepy, weird and awful and I think he went too far writing about her like that, she´s only 14! She tells her friends about it the next day. Only her friend April thinks it´s romantic.. which it isn´t.
Sam and her friends grew on me, they were a close-knit little group, even though they weren´t together all the time they were always there for each other which I liked. They all wanted to help find out who the stalker was and they were always there when she had a hard time. And even Wes(Candy´s older brother) who was always there to help and after she told him about the stalker he even went so far as being her bodyguard between classes!
I also like the letters to Robin, her friend from her old town. It would have been nice if we could have seen her response but reading Sam´s letter to her was nice though and you got a little hum of their conversation. That was also a way for her to talk about what was going on with everything and I liked how we were able to read her letters to Robin, that way we got a bit more personal with Sam.
What Sam told Robin when she told her about the stalker: "I feel bad, because the whole point of doing it secretly is to make a good impression, right? But he definitely did not." I agree.
I thought at first that it would have been more parts with the stalker, being followed home and things like that. She was watched in school though without knowing it, as a few poems stated.
But what i´ve heard it´s getting worse in the second book!
Without saying to much I think I figured out who the stalker could be and after finishing it my thoughts are the same.
Thank you Heidi for letting me read your book, what caught me by surprise was in the beginning of the book you let the reader know that this book is about your own high school experience. Hopefully your book will help other teens in the same or similar situations. I wouldn´t wish a stalker on anyone!
October 1, 2020
As the synopsis suggests, the novel falls under the YA stalker genre. I’m glad this book was brought to my attention as I rarely stumble upon books revolving around stalking – which, by the way, should never be taken lightly. In my opinion, stalking is the most difficult form of harassment to write about as it often appears to pale in comparison to the more, quote, intense, unquote, kinds of harassment (e.g. rape, sexual abuse). I think a significant number of people don’t take the issue of stalking as seriously as they should. Moreover, as stalking commonly happens from a distance (whereas things like rape and molestation involve a more direct approach), this particular theme is quite difficult to pull off because in order for it to be taken to heart, it has to be presented in a way that is both obvious and haunting while simultaneously keeping it realistic.
On the surface, the book mainly deals with the manner in which Sam is coping with being the new student in an unfamiliar high school and the development of her relationships with others. We are introduced to many characters – the most striking, in my opinion, being Wes.
As for the rest of the characters, I found Sam’s friends interesting. However, they depicted varying levels of shallowness. I particularly have mixed feelings about Clint. None of Sam’s friends, or the rest of the characters really, are as well-developed and as complex as Wes. Although the characterization in the novel was slightly off-putting, I really liked how the relationship between Sam and Wes played out! It was one of the things I greatly enjoyed reading about. I particularly liked how Wes instantaneously comforts Sam upon being informed of her stalker while the rest of the gang had speculations before fully going on board.
Speaking of the stalker, he is pretty much a shadow in the storyline. Rather than acting as the focal point of the story and piloting the plot, he is a rather ominous, lurking presence. His stalking Sam becomes a somewhat underlying theme throughout the book, only rearing its head occasionally but in incredibly bothersome ways. This, in turn, drives Sam into a state of anxiety and paranoia as she has no clue when his next move will be.
I don’t think Angell’s approach is a typical occurrence in YA stalker set-ups. In this regard, Heidi demonstrates great skill in portraying the kind of realistic stalking that keeps readers constantly looking over their shoulders while immersing themselves in Sam’s story.
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On the surface, the book mainly deals with the manner in which Sam is coping with being the new student in an unfamiliar high school and the development of her relationships with others. We are introduced to many characters – the most striking, in my opinion, being Wes.
As for the rest of the characters, I found Sam’s friends interesting. However, they depicted varying levels of shallowness. I particularly have mixed feelings about Clint. None of Sam’s friends, or the rest of the characters really, are as well-developed and as complex as Wes. Although the characterization in the novel was slightly off-putting, I really liked how the relationship between Sam and Wes played out! It was one of the things I greatly enjoyed reading about. I particularly liked how Wes instantaneously comforts Sam upon being informed of her stalker while the rest of the gang had speculations before fully going on board.
Speaking of the stalker, he is pretty much a shadow in the storyline. Rather than acting as the focal point of the story and piloting the plot, he is a rather ominous, lurking presence. His stalking Sam becomes a somewhat underlying theme throughout the book, only rearing its head occasionally but in incredibly bothersome ways. This, in turn, drives Sam into a state of anxiety and paranoia as she has no clue when his next move will be.
I don’t think Angell’s approach is a typical occurrence in YA stalker set-ups. In this regard, Heidi demonstrates great skill in portraying the kind of realistic stalking that keeps readers constantly looking over their shoulders while immersing themselves in Sam’s story.
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June 18, 2016
Note: I receive a digital copy of this book in exchange of an honest review.
I admire the author of this book for being so brave and bold in sharing this story where it was ought to be buried in the past. But thank you for sharing this book.
What I liked about this book was it gave me a bit of suspense feels that will make you hold one til the end. Not just that, it also talked about the common struggles of teenagers and high school students of the present society even though it was really sensitive ones. It really didn't only focus on the stalker thingy, it includes relevant topics for a teenager like family, friends, high school life, romance and a bit of religion.
So I find this book really intriguing. It talked about Sam, who transferred home because of family issues. She had a hard time adjusting and making new friends but she managed. Though she was still bullied by her so-called first friends from church because of a guy, Wes. But what I don't understand about teenage girls nowadays is the fact that they want to be Taylor Swift where they can be a princess in perfect time.
Anyway, back to the topic. So Sam had a stalker who sent her letters through her locker, though there was a time when he left a note through a teacher. The stalker even left some stuff during Valentine's Day and last day of school that makes him gross and creepy. We might find a letter from an admirer romantic and sweet but if it's from someone you don't know and it's constant, it's hella creepy and disturbing. But I guessed Sam was just overwhelmed by having a stalker. Though I'm not really sure and I would never understand how Sam felt. I never had a persistent stalker like her, anyway.
I kinda hope that her stalker was Wes, her crush and a friend if that's even the appropriate terms to use. But I don't know, the ending was kinda cliffhanging. We never had a chance to find out who the real stalker was. I guess we would find it out in the next book!
I admire the author of this book for being so brave and bold in sharing this story where it was ought to be buried in the past. But thank you for sharing this book.
What I liked about this book was it gave me a bit of suspense feels that will make you hold one til the end. Not just that, it also talked about the common struggles of teenagers and high school students of the present society even though it was really sensitive ones. It really didn't only focus on the stalker thingy, it includes relevant topics for a teenager like family, friends, high school life, romance and a bit of religion.
So I find this book really intriguing. It talked about Sam, who transferred home because of family issues. She had a hard time adjusting and making new friends but she managed. Though she was still bullied by her so-called first friends from church because of a guy, Wes. But what I don't understand about teenage girls nowadays is the fact that they want to be Taylor Swift where they can be a princess in perfect time.
Anyway, back to the topic. So Sam had a stalker who sent her letters through her locker, though there was a time when he left a note through a teacher. The stalker even left some stuff during Valentine's Day and last day of school that makes him gross and creepy. We might find a letter from an admirer romantic and sweet but if it's from someone you don't know and it's constant, it's hella creepy and disturbing. But I guessed Sam was just overwhelmed by having a stalker. Though I'm not really sure and I would never understand how Sam felt. I never had a persistent stalker like her, anyway.
I kinda hope that her stalker was Wes, her crush and a friend if that's even the appropriate terms to use. But I don't know, the ending was kinda cliffhanging. We never had a chance to find out who the real stalker was. I guess we would find it out in the next book!
August 7, 2016
I received a copy from the author, in exchange for an honest review.
Actual Rating: 3.3
Thank you Heidi Angell for the opportunity to read your book. The story was actually really interesting. The story revolves around a girl who was a new kid who was stalked. I thought Sam was an okay character. I thought the letters she writes to Robin were like diary entries, explaining everything that happened in her life. It gave me a glimpse of the real Sam.
I did get bored at times because there were some information that the book could have left out. It was good but it could have been much better. I just wish there was more about Robin and I want to find out who the stalker is. Oh well...I will have to wait for the other books. It's interesting to know that this story is based on true events that occurred. Overall, a good read.
Actual Rating: 3.3
Thank you Heidi Angell for the opportunity to read your book. The story was actually really interesting. The story revolves around a girl who was a new kid who was stalked. I thought Sam was an okay character. I thought the letters she writes to Robin were like diary entries, explaining everything that happened in her life. It gave me a glimpse of the real Sam.
I did get bored at times because there were some information that the book could have left out. It was good but it could have been much better. I just wish there was more about Robin and I want to find out who the stalker is. Oh well...I will have to wait for the other books. It's interesting to know that this story is based on true events that occurred. Overall, a good read.
May 27, 2016
(I received a copy from the author, In exchange for an honest review.)
I felt quite sorry for Sam in this, as the situation she was in wasn't a very nice one. She was an okay character overall, but I didn't love her.
There were a few times where I felt a bit bored while reading this, but it was an alright read overall.
I felt quite sorry for Sam in this, as the situation she was in wasn't a very nice one. She was an okay character overall, but I didn't love her.
There were a few times where I felt a bit bored while reading this, but it was an alright read overall.
February 18, 2018
**3.5 stars
March 19, 2016
I received an ARC of the book from the author, in exchange for an honest review, via the Goodreads group Lovers of Paranormal.
Sam moves to a new school and at first struggles to find her place, trying to figure out who her genuine friends are and who just wants to be friends with her for the company she keeps. She earns the attention of a secret admirer, who tries to win her affection by leaving her wierd notes in her locker.
I would like to say that there was nothing wrong with the writing of the book, I just didn't enjoy it. I think for the most part that it was due to the subject matter. Being of the female variety, one of my fears is something bad happening to me. I hate the fact that we are seen as "the weaker sex" and easy prey to some sickos of the world. I obviously don't know how I would react in Sams situation (hopefully I will never have to find out) but I just felt like she wasn't affected by it as I think an actual person should be . She didnt ask for help or raise it up at school until someone else did it for her. She just buried her head in the sand and hoped it would go away. If it were me, I certainly would be shouting to anyone who would listen for help. I just thought it wasn't really believable.
I'm sorry if this review offends anyone who has been in this situation, that's not my intention.
Rating 2.5
Sam moves to a new school and at first struggles to find her place, trying to figure out who her genuine friends are and who just wants to be friends with her for the company she keeps. She earns the attention of a secret admirer, who tries to win her affection by leaving her wierd notes in her locker.
I would like to say that there was nothing wrong with the writing of the book, I just didn't enjoy it. I think for the most part that it was due to the subject matter. Being of the female variety, one of my fears is something bad happening to me. I hate the fact that we are seen as "the weaker sex" and easy prey to some sickos of the world. I obviously don't know how I would react in Sams situation (hopefully I will never have to find out) but I just felt like she wasn't affected by it as I think an actual person should be . She didnt ask for help or raise it up at school until someone else did it for her. She just buried her head in the sand and hoped it would go away. If it were me, I certainly would be shouting to anyone who would listen for help. I just thought it wasn't really believable.
I'm sorry if this review offends anyone who has been in this situation, that's not my intention.
Rating 2.5
May 27, 2016
The writer's passion for this topic is evident and knowing that it is based on real events made me feel more uneasy.
Hell School focuses on Sam, a 14year old who moves schools and has to adjust to a new routine. She isn't helped by the fact that she is really good looking and naturally seems to draw people to her because of her friendly personality. When a boy in one of her classes starts sending her notes, poems and flowers some of her friends think it's romantic. Stalking someone like this really isn't-but because he hasn't actually done anything, nobody seems prepared to act on Sam's concerns.
Alongside this, Sam has to deal with mean girls giving her a hard time because of her relationship with Wes, the boy everyone fancies. They are just good friends, but it doesn't stop people giving her a tough time.
Sam's Mormon upbringing means she has vowed to not date anyone until she is 16. This seems like a device used by the author to try and show Sam to be above reproach-does stalking only happen to unattainable 'good' girls?
While I think this is a topic that needs to be discussed among teenagers, I felt this novel sent out some mixed messages.
Thanks to author for the free copy in exchange for an honest review (courtesy of YA Readers' group)
Hell School focuses on Sam, a 14year old who moves schools and has to adjust to a new routine. She isn't helped by the fact that she is really good looking and naturally seems to draw people to her because of her friendly personality. When a boy in one of her classes starts sending her notes, poems and flowers some of her friends think it's romantic. Stalking someone like this really isn't-but because he hasn't actually done anything, nobody seems prepared to act on Sam's concerns.
Alongside this, Sam has to deal with mean girls giving her a hard time because of her relationship with Wes, the boy everyone fancies. They are just good friends, but it doesn't stop people giving her a tough time.
Sam's Mormon upbringing means she has vowed to not date anyone until she is 16. This seems like a device used by the author to try and show Sam to be above reproach-does stalking only happen to unattainable 'good' girls?
While I think this is a topic that needs to be discussed among teenagers, I felt this novel sent out some mixed messages.
Thanks to author for the free copy in exchange for an honest review (courtesy of YA Readers' group)
August 15, 2016
I received a free digital copy of this book from the author for an honest review.
Sam was a nice character and I felt sorry to imagine the torment she must be undergoing after receiving notes from someone she didn't know. High School already feels like the ninth circle of hell and for a sweet and beautiful girl like Sam, the ever spreading rumors and whispers can surely turn life into a living hell. She is stuck in a new place and cannot find her place in the new school leaving her feeling sad and anxious. Overall, the story was gripping and the suspense kept me entertained. 6/10
Sam was a nice character and I felt sorry to imagine the torment she must be undergoing after receiving notes from someone she didn't know. High School already feels like the ninth circle of hell and for a sweet and beautiful girl like Sam, the ever spreading rumors and whispers can surely turn life into a living hell. She is stuck in a new place and cannot find her place in the new school leaving her feeling sad and anxious. Overall, the story was gripping and the suspense kept me entertained. 6/10
February 29, 2016
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August 1, 2019
Thank you so much to the author for proving me with a free copy in exchange of an honest review!
I don't even know where to start.
This book is about Sam Havre, a girl who has just moved from Montana to South Carolina, a state where everybody speaks weird and no one knows where Montana is (that made me laugh). This poor girls has to deal with everything that involves moving, meaning a new church, new friends and new people. At first she finds herself alone but she made very good friends that were with her the whole school year, from freshmen to seniors. The only bad thing, besides some stupid rumors going on, was the creepy stalker. Some guy started to leave notes on Sam's locker telling her how beautiful she is and how much he wants to be with her... thing that made Sam feel nervous and scared.
But that's not it: the author said it was her own experience.
Oohh my...
At first I had to get used to the way of writing but when I finally understood it, the book was easy-going, even though a little slow-paced. She doesn't need to rely on full descriptions of the places or the characters because the more the book advances, the more you begin to understand how every character is and how important they are to the story.
The weird thing was that Sam was 14, but in the novel she thought and talked like a 18 year-old. She knows what she wants and she would protect her friends at any cost. She even defended herself from every single person who treated her badly because of her looks or because the stupid rumours going on between her and Wes, her senior friend. Wes is a boy like the whole world dreamt of: sweet, caring, respectful and funny. He was one of the reasons I kept reading, I just love those kind of characters.
But the stalker... gosh, if you are in love with someone at least you could try to write a poem or treat her nicely to not get to scare her!!! I had the suspicion of who it might be (and I got it right, most of the times that never happen) because he knew Sam, but that was NOT enough reason to follow her and scare her so much she wouldn't even dare to go to the school dances!! Good thing her friends always supported her and helped her to find out wh the guy might be.
I don't know what I would have done if that happenned to me. I lived through the whole experience of living somewhere I didn't know anybody, nobody knew where my original country was and sometimes the language would just drive crazy!! Fortunately, the friends and family I got made my experience a lot more enjoyable, and that is my belief: if the people you care about support you no matter what, there is no reason to be worried about. But with the stalker... gosh, it creeped me out as a reader! Some people will say "how romantic" but if you read the book, you will understand why that is not romantic at all.
I literally can't wait for the second book. This one was a very enjoyable and light read, and I want to know how this story continues.
I don't even know where to start.
This book is about Sam Havre, a girl who has just moved from Montana to South Carolina, a state where everybody speaks weird and no one knows where Montana is (that made me laugh). This poor girls has to deal with everything that involves moving, meaning a new church, new friends and new people. At first she finds herself alone but she made very good friends that were with her the whole school year, from freshmen to seniors. The only bad thing, besides some stupid rumors going on, was the creepy stalker. Some guy started to leave notes on Sam's locker telling her how beautiful she is and how much he wants to be with her... thing that made Sam feel nervous and scared.
But that's not it: the author said it was her own experience.
Oohh my...
At first I had to get used to the way of writing but when I finally understood it, the book was easy-going, even though a little slow-paced. She doesn't need to rely on full descriptions of the places or the characters because the more the book advances, the more you begin to understand how every character is and how important they are to the story.
The weird thing was that Sam was 14, but in the novel she thought and talked like a 18 year-old. She knows what she wants and she would protect her friends at any cost. She even defended herself from every single person who treated her badly because of her looks or because the stupid rumours going on between her and Wes, her senior friend. Wes is a boy like the whole world dreamt of: sweet, caring, respectful and funny. He was one of the reasons I kept reading, I just love those kind of characters.
But the stalker... gosh, if you are in love with someone at least you could try to write a poem or treat her nicely to not get to scare her!!! I had the suspicion of who it might be (and I got it right, most of the times that never happen) because he knew Sam, but that was NOT enough reason to follow her and scare her so much she wouldn't even dare to go to the school dances!! Good thing her friends always supported her and helped her to find out wh the guy might be.
I don't know what I would have done if that happenned to me. I lived through the whole experience of living somewhere I didn't know anybody, nobody knew where my original country was and sometimes the language would just drive crazy!! Fortunately, the friends and family I got made my experience a lot more enjoyable, and that is my belief: if the people you care about support you no matter what, there is no reason to be worried about. But with the stalker... gosh, it creeped me out as a reader! Some people will say "how romantic" but if you read the book, you will understand why that is not romantic at all.
I literally can't wait for the second book. This one was a very enjoyable and light read, and I want to know how this story continues.
May 17, 2016
In this young adult novel, we meet Sam, a teenager entering high school who has just moved across the United States with her adult sister's family. We follow her through the challenges of family life, living in a new place, entering a new school, making new friends, and becoming more aware of herself as she matures. This alone would be enough conflict for any story, yet Angell adds in Sam's biggest challenge: a stalker. Stalking, like bullying, is an issue that has gained media attention in the last few years and as result schools and young people are becoming more educated on how to deal with it. Having a story like Hell School: Fresh Meat available to students may help them respond more effectively than Sam, who doesn't seek help. This will likely not ring true for every young teen girl today - but perhaps some. Angell tells her readers that this story is based on true experiences. If writing and publishing her story may help even one young teen deal with the challenges of high school, friendships - or a stalker -then it was a story worth sharing. I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
March 30, 2016
I was given an ARC by the author but this in no way affects my review on the book.
Hell School takes readers back to high school and digs up all the memories that are better buried. Sam the main character is not only new to high school but new to the area. She is targeted by other students because she's new and because of her beauty.
The book is split up into diary entries and chapters so the readers are able to personally understand Sam. One of my favorite parts about this book is how Sam discovers her sexuality and confidence.
I would recommend this book to any one who is about to enter high school or simply a different stage in their lives. I look forward to reading more from this author.
Hell School takes readers back to high school and digs up all the memories that are better buried. Sam the main character is not only new to high school but new to the area. She is targeted by other students because she's new and because of her beauty.
The book is split up into diary entries and chapters so the readers are able to personally understand Sam. One of my favorite parts about this book is how Sam discovers her sexuality and confidence.
I would recommend this book to any one who is about to enter high school or simply a different stage in their lives. I look forward to reading more from this author.
March 23, 2016
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REVIEW BY: Arianna, age 13 years, 3 months
MAY CONTAIN SPOILER:
This book was emotional. I feel bad for others who experience this every single day and hope to offer them friendship.
This fictional or real story is a wonderful example of what great friends can do for you.
My favorite character is Mike because he is the best friend you could ever have.
REVIEW BY: Arianna, age 13 years, 3 months
MAY CONTAIN SPOILER:
This book was emotional. I feel bad for others who experience this every single day and hope to offer them friendship.
This fictional or real story is a wonderful example of what great friends can do for you.
My favorite character is Mike because he is the best friend you could ever have.
December 18, 2017
Hell School: Fresh Meat tells the story of Sam, a freshman at a new school far from her old life who is trying to find a new niche of friends while feeling tall and out of place as well. She is balancing her religion, her relationships, and her families dynamics. I like how Heidi Angell dealt with high school in a different way than other YA books. The idea of being stalked and that not all secret admirers are something to desire, is fresh. That it is based on the author's own experiences adds a taste of reality that comes through in her writing.
The story is easy to read and drags you in right away. The characters are believable and true to themselves.
Even though I knew it was a series, I didn't expect it to end so suddenly, but, of course, that just makes me want to read the next installment to see what happens with Sam and her stalker and the boy she likes even though she knows she shouldn't.
I won a copy of this book through an author giveaway.
The story is easy to read and drags you in right away. The characters are believable and true to themselves.
Even though I knew it was a series, I didn't expect it to end so suddenly, but, of course, that just makes me want to read the next installment to see what happens with Sam and her stalker and the boy she likes even though she knows she shouldn't.
I won a copy of this book through an author giveaway.
May 15, 2017
3.5/5 Stars
Hell School: Fresh Meat tells the story of Sam, a freshman at a new school who has a secret admirer…except it’s anything but romantic. Starting off with creepy notes and slowly sliding into an uncomfortable confrontation, Sam’s admirer is nothing short of a stalker.
I felt the characters in this book were very well-fleshed out but it bothered me the way that Sam’s friends didn’t seem to care that the notes upset her. While she did have some support, in the form of Wes (one of her friend’s brother), it made the story seem more real and unsettling to show how isolated a person going through this kind of situation can feel. I can’t wait to see what else Sam has in store for her in the next installment of the series.
Hell School: Fresh Meat tells the story of Sam, a freshman at a new school who has a secret admirer…except it’s anything but romantic. Starting off with creepy notes and slowly sliding into an uncomfortable confrontation, Sam’s admirer is nothing short of a stalker.
I felt the characters in this book were very well-fleshed out but it bothered me the way that Sam’s friends didn’t seem to care that the notes upset her. While she did have some support, in the form of Wes (one of her friend’s brother), it made the story seem more real and unsettling to show how isolated a person going through this kind of situation can feel. I can’t wait to see what else Sam has in store for her in the next installment of the series.
September 16, 2017
I don't reveal spoilers in my reviews.
True life can be more terrifying than horror.
For anyone that has been in a new situation, can relate with this book. The feelings of being an outsider goes a long way of segregating a person from the herd. Appearing weak or an outsider is an open invitation to predators. I think there are many people that have had these feelings of separation.
I think that is why this story will resonate with many people. Some people will not like it because it hits too close to home. That is their feelings, I can’t disregard them, but for some they will love this book. I recommend you check it out.
True life can be more terrifying than horror.
For anyone that has been in a new situation, can relate with this book. The feelings of being an outsider goes a long way of segregating a person from the herd. Appearing weak or an outsider is an open invitation to predators. I think there are many people that have had these feelings of separation.
I think that is why this story will resonate with many people. Some people will not like it because it hits too close to home. That is their feelings, I can’t disregard them, but for some they will love this book. I recommend you check it out.
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