Speak

Yolken shared a tip "It really just drags. I understand this is a beloved book but boy was this a snail of a book and by the reveal every possible thing has been imagined so it was a massive letdown."

erica_taft_7463 shared a tip "A truly heartbreaking but heroic story. I could relate to Melinda in different ways through out the book. I found myself wanting to scream at her. I think because I saw myself in her. If you ever struggled or are currently struggling in highschool this is a good read. 8/10"

elissa_loves_puppies shared a tip "This book was extraordinary in every way possible. Non-romance books have never sparked my interest, but this one was incredibly spine-tingling and powerful! I found it impossible to put this mind-blowing book down because of the author's writing style and captivating words. ~ Things you should consider before buying this book. It’s not for everyone: • Involves sexual assault and triggering topics"

beverly_martinez_7685 shared a tip "“I wonder how long it would take for anyone to notice if I just stopped talking”. The way Melinda deals with rape and the self silencing and isolation is just so sad to me. The whole thing with the tree inspired me to create my own artwork"

sarah_london_219 shared a tip "insanity, realistic teen fiction and mental health. dont read for plot but for relatibility and insight into a realistic depressive teen pov"

rachel_halbach shared a tip "A beautifully written book that puts feelings into words. This book brought tears to my eyes, but understanding to my heart. A must read for anyone who has had similar experiences. 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

stubbornnerd shared a tip "This book was super relatable in many ways. I really enjoyed how the story centered around the main character and her thoughts and also her feelings on relationships, school, herself and her experiences through true angst and turmoil due to her situation."

brianna_4641 shared a tip "i really loved reading this book and i like to reread it every once and a while. it’s really the only book that doesn’t annoy me."

_clowntown_ shared a tip "Good book talking about a serious problem. Most books make it seem "romantic" but this shows the trauma and how it can affect the person. I do think it could have been shorter, in the middle of it I was loosing interest since it seemed to go off topic a bit. Overall 8/10"

vivian_o._meyers_pseudonym shared a tip "Not only was it an amazing read, it was also absolutely heartwrenching. The way the story is told also leaves a heavy impact. TW! This novel is centered around a teenage rape victim, but it is mostly going over the main character's internal struggle and feelings throughout her school year due to her assualt. Definitely recommend."

richie_tozier_521 shared a tip "Absolutely beautiful. Had me hooked from cover to cover and took me somewhere else. I would sell my soul to read this for the first time again."

shaeleigh shared a tip "theres very few things you can negatively say about laurie halse anderson, shes a pioneer in young adult fiction. without speak, there would be almost zero books that faithfully tell an accurate story to the struggles most women will face in their lifetime. the idea that speak is banned in some learning environments is truly devastating. when given absolutely no support system, who are girls to turn to after being sexually assaulted if not media? what do you gain from removing that media?"

kr_2027nelson shared a tip "people say she’s annoying, but they don’t see how much she’s starved and craved to be heard after being sa’d. it’s tramitizing to try and #heal yourself on your own. I love this book, and i like pensive topics books like this cover. The movie is glorious, and i like #kristenstewart."

aubree_mae_9754 shared a tip "The book was quite slow. I did really enjoy the ending, though, because Melinda finally, in a way, "found her voice." It really made me feel like I could overcome my difficulties as well. Only down side is, like I said, slow."

lilly_ofthevalley._ shared a tip "this book was literally so good i DEFINITELY recommend. i related to melinda quite a lot actually and i couldn’t BELIEVE some of these obnoxious and rude characters at times like who does that yk- but yo. ivy was cool i liked her and obviously melinda bc i just understand how she feels yk? but literally everyone else sucks like they’re all jerks OH except mr freeman he was kind. it definitely made me think and reflect and i love it when books do that. a solid 5/5 stars"

onyinye_ofunwa shared a tip "Amazing, powerful, book that raises awarness about sexual assualt, and how it affects the survivors. Laurie Halse Anderson's writting is creative and unique!!!"

delysia_g shared a tip "I really like this book. I read it three times already. This book really speaks to me because throughout the story she learns to use her voice. Which is something I enjoyed about this book."

germieworm shared a tip "I read this during a rough period in my life. The same situation almost, and reading it through someone else's words made me feel strong. Spiteful, yet determined. It deals with very heavy themes, but it's am astounding coming-of-age and story with unforgettable lessons of life."

tierney_monroe shared a tip "This book was really good and it really brought awareness about things. This book was really I have read it 15 times I believe. I highly recommend this book!!!"

alex_gallows shared a tip "I recently read Long Way Down, and I thought that was really well done. It reads quickly and has a good message to it, with an open ending."

grayseabeckons shared a tip "I loved it when I read it as a teenager even tho it hit v close to home, and reading it again as an adult is just as impactful, it’s beautifully written and executed but a def TW for rape"

s0ph1alol shared a tip "This is one of the most amazing books i’ve ever read. It is an amazing story of what a girl can go through shortly after a traumatic experience."

allison_maclagan shared a tip "Super good book! I think anyone should read this book! Boy, girl, any gender!! I’d say like 12+ maybe! There’s nothing graphic but topic of SA! Very good. Definitely read Atleast once!"

grace_2132 shared a tip "I remember reading this book when I myself was in the ninth grade- a friend had recommended it to me. It was unbeknownst to me when starting the book that the story I was reading was rather similar to my own, but through reading it I was able to place myself into the shoes of a fictional victim and help myself in my own healing process while reading it. It was very poignant and came together beautifully. I highly recommend!"

shine_account shared a tip "This is an amazing book that might change your point of view. I would recommend this book to people that are a little mature.#drama #reality"

cassie_nielsen shared a tip "It's such a good sorry about surviving and then fighting for freedom. Speaking out and fighting to heal. TW mentions of s*xual a**ault and r*pe."

slade_daniel shared a tip "It's not a comfortable read, I don't think it's meant to be. However it is deeply profound. I wouldn't read anything about rape lightly but its worth it if that's your thing."

alyssa_hall_1958 shared a tip "It is a wonderful book. It talks about serious topics. It is great for spreading awareness about rape. It has great notes in the very back of the book on how to help other, and What you should do if you know someone who has been through this, and What the signs are to recognized. It has a bunch of symbolism."

Spookdra115 shared a tip "It had an empowering story. The characters were relatable. You won't believe what happens at the end! #mystery #psychological_thriller"

liyah_22 shared a tip "Yes. It’s a great way to understand people. Especially if you have someone (like a teen) that has trouble speaking about how Thur feel or just in general."

eliana_palmer shared a tip "amazing book. touched me very deeply. showed me that sexual assault and abuse is a very serious topic and it can happen to even the quietest people. please read this and learn how to help 💗"

yella_ruiz shared a tip "Do you ever read a book and just want to be their friend, help, and be there for the character? Well That is exactly how this book made me feel."

finn_tegtmeier shared a tip "Absolutely loved this one, I read it in 6th grade because my mom told me it was good, I didn’t really understand it at the time so I read it again this year and it was one of the best I’ve ever read."

livlively shared a tip "The way its written is spot on for a fourteen year old. That's how young I was when we had to read it and it's still one of my favorites even today. Witty, sarcastic, and raw."

k_t_9032 shared a tip "This is an amazing book that i think all teens/early 20’s should read. it does touch over self harm and sexual assault but it is a beautiful book with so much life highly recommend."

haleigh_wanchena shared a tip "I love marbles! It's a graphic novel idk if you're into that. I've also been reading starvation heights by Greg Olsen. What have you been reading?"

galaxy_pig shared a tip "Honestly I know this book is widely read, but it’s so good!! If you haven’t read it you should! 13+ prob tho. It is a amazing book about speaking out from her experience with SA!"

liz_godsey shared a tip "I read this book a few years ago. It’s one of the books that really got me into reading and I still love it to this day. 10/10 recommend."

chloe_jay27 shared a tip "as a freshman myself this book showed how most people who are like melinda in a way feel during highschool and the writing was amazing i personally really liked it"

kayla_leiby shared a tip "This book is amazing. I liked the movie, but loved the book. The subject of the book is heavy, but it lets us look inside a young woman’s mind after rape and how she copes with what happened to her."

jordan_barnes_725 shared a tip "It’s a bit mundane for my liking (I’m not a big fan of a look into everyday life kind of books) but when it does start to pick up and you get the why behind everything that’s happened and begin to see why it was written that way it becomes that masterpiece that everyone loves. It’s slow but worth it in the end."