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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. DNF ( ) I feel like this is going to be one of those novels that really resonates with it's readers. A lot of YA books that have sexual assault as it's main premise don't show the growth of the character, or really get into how the character is dealing with the assault but Faking Normal definitely does. It was hard, heart wrenching and dealt with extremely tough issues in a realistic way. I especially loved Alexi's relationship with her sister, not because they were particularly close or anything but because it was so incredibly realistic. It rings true to how siblings really are, they fight but when you are in pain and you need them they'll be there to defend you in a heart beat. Faking Normal was by no means an 'easy' read it was incredibly hard to digest and get through but it was worth it, Alexi's story can help many young women find their voice and understand that they are not alone. Faking Normal tore me up inside. I couldn't help thinking towards the end that would if this was my child and she/he told me that they were raped how I would feel like the world just ended. How my baby was hurt and I didn't notice. Books like this scare me and makes me more aware of signs of rape. I loved this book to pieces and the characters. Alexi - I love you girl. Bodee - You are my hero. no reviews | add a review
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Alexi Littrell hasn't told anyone what happened to her over the summer. When Bodee Lennox, the quiet and awkward boy next door, comes to live with the Littrells, Alexi discovers an unlikely friend in "the Kool-Aid Kid," who has secrets of his own. As they lean on each other for support, Alexi gives him the strength to deal with his past, and Bodee helps her find the courage to finally face the truth. No library descriptions found. |
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