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Girls in Tears by Jacqueline Wilson

chloenatalia's review against another edition

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3.0

Is Ellie delusional? Yes. Is Russell a weirdo? Absolutely. Are Nadine & Magda good friends? No.

Reading this book now made me irritated—they were all so annoying. However, I understand that this book was written for teenagers, it did feel relatable in some ways when I read it that age. Let’s face it: we can all be a bit stupid and delusional back then

claire_p's review against another edition

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lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

The final book in the girls series concludes the nostalgic re-read. The start of this book portrays some characters completely differently. Arguably indirectly highlighting teenage emotions and the struggles of navigating friendships. Love Nick Sharrett's artwork and placement in the book although at times the chapter titles contain spoilers. Similar to other books in the series the difficult topics highlighted in this book are navigated sensitively and appropriately to a younger audience. However, repercussions could have been explored further. The ending focuses on the resolution of the key relationships in the series which is appreciated, driving the narrative of the importance of female friendship.

strangeojones's review against another edition

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emotional funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

inezjoanna's review against another edition

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medium-paced
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2.0

nilcatus's review against another edition

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lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

aimeeec's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

whoisrois's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

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eemmajoan's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional lighthearted relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

touchpetdogs's review against another edition

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sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

elmewhy's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25