What About Will
What About Will
Fiction | Poem | YA | Published in 2021
Book Brief
Beta384
Poem • Fiction
2021
YA
10-14 years
HL500L
Super Short Summary
What About Will by Ellen Hopkins follows the story of a young teen grappling with family challenges after his brother, Will, sustains a brain injury. The narrative delves into themes of resilience, familial bonds, and emotional healing, highlighting the protagonist's journey as he seeks understanding and balance amidst change and adversity.
Emotional
Contemplative
Melancholic
Heartwarming
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
2,724 ratings
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Review Roundup
What About Will by Ellen Hopkins is lauded for its emotional depth and relatable characterization, capturing the complexities of familial bonds and personal struggles. Readers appreciated the engaging prose and realistic portrayal of addiction's impact. However, some found certain subplots underdeveloped. Overall, it's a heartfelt exploration of healing and resilience.
Who Should Read What About Will?
A reader who would enjoy What About Will by Ellen Hopkins is typically a young adult interested in realistic fiction that explores family dynamics, addiction, and resilience. Fans of books like The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky and Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell would likely appreciate this novel's emotional depth and relatable, complex characters.
2,724 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
384
Poem • Fiction
2021
YA
10-14 years
HL500L
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