I was instantly drawn into the story by about page 2. Everyone has felt awkward at some point in their life, and I know going through school I had more than my fair share of awkward moments it felt like. The funny thing is is that Awkward is a book I think I may have passed over had it now been for the outstanding buzz from so many people who have opinions similar to my own. I'd gladly recommend it to any YA fans-particularly all the nerdy teenage girls out there.You know those books that leave you with that goofy smile plastered on your face after you finish reading because you just loved the book so much? Awkward by Marni Bates was one of those books. Because Awkward was awesome enough on its own that it allowed me to mostly ignore these coincidences.Īll in all, Awkward is a unique, funny, enjoyable read. And those similarities annoyed me a teeny bit, I will admit. The similarities are undeniable-sudden, unwanted fame, involvement with a band, tv show spot to clear her name. It creates an interesting case of dramatic irony, something you rarely see in first person novels for obvious reasons.Īnyone who's been around YA long enough will liken this book to Robin Benway's Audrey, Wait!. Slowly, she remembers pieces of her night, which the reader knows almost all of. Mackenzie goes to a party and gets really drunk. One thing I really found interesting in the book was the use of drinking as a narrative device. Logan is a good boy: well developed, flawed, but also noble and understanding and sweet. Of course, I also loved the romance (Have I ever not?). I loved the little silent conversation she had with Jane, and, of course, I loved Corey. They are all hilarious and smart and stupid and real. I also loved Mackenzie's friends and her brother. She is an actual, realistic student! It was so nice for me to finally see such a big part of my life reflected in what I read! Thank you! Hallelujah! Mackenzie works hard for her marks, and she thinks like an academic student: if I do this tonight instead of studying, I promise to study all day Saturday.
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