Bully
Bully
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Shelburne Falls, Illinois • Contemporary
2014
YA
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Bully by Penelope Douglas follows a young woman navigating the complexities of high school while dealing with emotional challenges and a tumultuous relationship with a former friend. The story explores themes of personal growth, resilience, and overcoming adversity within a setting of drama and tension.
Dark
Emotional
Romantic
Gritty
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
235,870 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Bully by Penelope Douglas receives mixed reviews. Readers praise its compelling exploration of personal growth and complex characters, enjoying the suspenseful narrative and intense emotions. However, some criticize the romanticization of bullying and the lack of depth in character development. Its high tension and drama make it a gripping but polarizing read.
Who Should Read Bully?
Readers who enjoy Bully by Penelope Douglas likely favor emotionally charged new adult romances with themes of angst and redemption. Fans of books like Beautiful Disaster by Jamie McGuire or After by Anna Todd, which explore complex relationships and personal growth, would find this novel appealing.
235,870 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Shelburne Falls, Illinois • Contemporary
2014
YA
18+ years
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