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The 52 Book Club's Reading Challenge 2022

2022 Build Your Library Reading Challenge

Friday, August 31, 2012
A is For Alright, But Not Amazing
1:00 AM
(Image from Barnes & Noble)

There's not a lot of plot going on in The Encyclopedia of Me by Karen Rivers, which makes it a difficult book to describe. Still, it's an entertaining read, with a clever format, a lovable heroine and some poignant thoughts on friendship, family and finding oneself. Although the snark sometimes feels overdone, Tink's narration is what makes the novel so fun. She's a funny girl, full of all the angst and insecurity that comes with being almost 13. I appreciate the fact that Tink's bi-racial, although there's little else that's really unique about her or her story. All and all, I wanted more from The Encyclopedia of Me, especially in the way of plot. It's a fun read, but one that wanders rather aimlessly and doesn't leave much of an impact.
(Readalikes: Nothing comes to mind. Any ideas?)
Grade: C+
If this were a movie, it would be rated: PG; Because the book talks a little bit about puberty and has some kissing in it, it would probably be most appropriate for children ages 11 and above
To the FTC, with love: I received a finished copy of The Encyclopedia of Me from the generous folks at Scholastic. Thank you!
(Readalikes: Nothing comes to mind. Any ideas?)
Grade: C+
If this were a movie, it would be rated: PG; Because the book talks a little bit about puberty and has some kissing in it, it would probably be most appropriate for children ages 11 and above
To the FTC, with love: I received a finished copy of The Encyclopedia of Me from the generous folks at Scholastic. Thank you!
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