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The first half of the book was like a boring YA novel. The characters there were mainly teenagers. As I read it I was so sorry I'd recommended this book for our local reading club. However about half-way through the story picked up and some adult characters and situations began to take center stage. At that point the novel became tolerable, and even a bit interesting.
All in all, I'd have to say I did not bond well with this novel and was disappointed because I'd heard so much about it and expec ...more
All in all, I'd have to say I did not bond well with this novel and was disappointed because I'd heard so much about it and expec ...more
I liked this book but it did get a little monotonous in bits. There were a few good issues to consider that really do not have a correct answer and would make excellent discussion points for a book group. It was a bit unnerving recognizing the similarities to my own life as we live in a “planned” community like Shaker Heights. Maybe not all of the same restrictions and regulations but unnervingly close. following the rules and breaking free of rules.......... Who is “best” to raise a child, the
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Clever, highly developed characters, good writing!
Oct 13, 2017
Rachel
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Tina
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Charles
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Aug 31, 2018
Johanne
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Nov 10, 2018
Jamie
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Jan 03, 2019
Suzanne
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Apr 12, 2020
Kat
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