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The DUFF: Designated Ugly Fat Friend (Hamilton High, #1)

Kody Keplinger

Start date: August 1, 2015

Finish date: September 1, 2015

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Feb 25, 2015 Brittany rated it it was amazing

Oh man, where do I even begin? I absolutely loved this book. It was such a quick and fun read. Yes, the topic is questionable, but I still ended up really enjoying the book. First of all, I loved Bianca. She was so sassy and entertaining the entire time. She wasn't afraid to tell you like it is and stand her ground. I also loved pretty much every other character. Yes, this book was superficial at times, but I felt like it really captured high school, and how a lot of high school kids act really ...more

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May 14, 2014 Reggie rated it really liked it

Shelves: 4-stars, read-in-2015

I honestly thought I'd rate this a lot lower. While it had its cheesy & über clichè moments, it had heart and a good message and I loved Bianca & Wesley together =) They're adorable in their own way. I read all but about 50 pages in one sitting - so I think that says a lot too. ...more

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May 16, 2014 Jessica G rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Ok, ok. I have to admit, I had my doubts, but with Bianca's kick-butt attitude, how can I deny this book 5 stars?
I mean, a 17 year old wrote this. That is FANTABULAMAZING!!!!!
There were, yes, some cringe-worthy moments, but they were what made up the story. (That wasn't meant to sound rude. But there are always complications, and they are what make up the 'problem.')
*shakes head, embarrassed* I just, I thought it was good, but this is for older teens, okay? ...more

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Aug 23, 2014 Whitney rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: books-to-film, books-i-own

I read this because I always like to read the book before I see the movie. Now, I absolutely can't wait for the movie. I found the main character to be really interesting. I couldn't put the book down. ...more

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Mar 04, 2015 Teresa rated it really liked it

This was a great read!!!
It is totally worth checking out!!!
I read this book in one day!!!! I seriously couldn't put it down!!!
This book made me laugh and cry.
I loved the characters in this book.
I loved the story as well, now I am excited to see the movie. I just hope it's as good as the book.
At first I wasn't into it when I first heard about it, but now it's probably one of those books I could read over and over again!!!
The only thing I didn't like about it was the end!!!
I wanted more!!! I wish ...more

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Feb 22, 2021 Ashley rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: to-buy

My rating system

5- Gush/Absolutely Loved
4- Low Love/High Like
3- Like
2- Meh
1- Dislike/Hate

If it is a .5 star I round up

4 Stars

This is completely different from the movie (which I loved) but not in a bad way.
It's darker, has more mature themes like sex (not really graphic just mentioned a lot), alcohol use, Language (swearing), Violence (mild)
If you enjoyed the movie I suggest trying to read the book because it is a cute read. ...more

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Feb 22, 2015 Sab rated it really liked it

Shelves: young-adult

I really liked this book although it was hard to relate too and much different than the movie. I'm kind of hesitant to say I liked it less than the movie but at the same time I liked it independently. Also the main character was kind of annoying but became less the more I got to know her. I will be reading more by keplinger ...more

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