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The Mystery Writers of America Cookbook: Wickedly Good Meals and Desserts to Die For
Death of a Salesman
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Hitler's First Victims: The Beginning of the Holocaust and One Man's Fight to End It
Charlie Chaplin
Before I Fall
When I started this book, I will honestly say I didn't like the characters. The girls were self-centered, cruel, and very superficial - in character with "the in crowd". As the story progressed, and Samantha gets another chance, the story turns, and she starts to grow and change. Yes, it's not a new plot (reliving the next day over and over), but the style of writing was captivating. When I first started the book wasn't going to give this one to my teen to read. Peer pressure and cruelty certainly don't carry a positive message, but as the story progressed, there ended up being a wonderful lesson and moral to the story. Samantha learned exactly what was important in life, and passes this message on.
I was sure of the ending, but was pleasantly surprised with the twist. Yes, this one will definitely be something my daughter will get, and I'm sure she is going to enjoy it.
As for the age rating, the publisher rates it for 14 and up. There's much talk about sex, drugs and alcohol usage, smoking, and language. Yes, I know they are all typical of teen life, but be advised.
