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Such A Pretty Girl

Laura Wiess
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Such A Pretty Girl

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2007

Book Brief

Laura Wiess

Such A Pretty Girl

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

212

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Jersey • Early 2000s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

780L

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Super Short Summary

Such A Pretty Girl by Laura Wiess follows teenager Meredith Shale as she confronts her abusive father's return home, while her mother remains in denial about his actions. As Meredith navigates the trauma, she devises a plan to gather evidence against him to prevent him from harming others. Through her journey, Meredith's faith evolves from superstition to believing in the possibility of miracles. This novel involves themes of sexual abuse and trauma.

Dark

Unnerving

Emotional

Challenging

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

17,463 ratings

66%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Such A Pretty Girl by Laura Wiess captivates with its gripping, emotional narrative and well-developed protagonist, Meridith. Critics praise its honest portrayal of trauma and resilience. Some reviewers felt the plot was too intense for younger readers and wished for more depth in secondary characters, but the book remains a powerful, thought-provoking read.

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Who Should Read Such A Pretty Girl?

Readers who would enjoy Such A Pretty Girl by Laura Wiess are typically teens and young adults interested in intense, emotionally charged narratives that tackle difficult subject matter. They may appreciate the raw, honest storytelling found in books like Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson and Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher.

4.1

17,463 ratings

66%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Such A Pretty Girl by Laura Wiess was published in 2007 and was recognized for tackling intense and sensitive themes, leading it to be selected as an ALA Best Book for Young Adults.

The novel explores the impact of trauma and resilience, earning its place as a thought-provoking young adult book that has resonated with both teens and adults.

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Book Details
Pages

212

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Jersey • Early 2000s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

780L

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