In many ways, it's impossible not to relate with Audrey's character
After a bully incident left Audrey under clinical stress, she finds herself unable to leave home. Just the thought of talking to a stranger gets her in a panic. She even wears sunglasses to shield herself from her own family. But can her brother's new friend Linus, and a video project help Audrey get better...and fast?
Kinsella's debut in YA doesn't mean she'd leave her roots behind. She's used to writing quirky, at times over the top, female characters and she certainly has lots fun with Audrey's parents. The whole bully incident is quite covered up. As Audrey suggests, this is a personal matter and she doesn't need to let us know the details (except that it hurt, a lot). Although I found it frustrating at times of quarrels, I'm glad Kinsella never revealed that secret. It would only have caused readers to judge Audrey unnecessarily: Why did she break down just for that? I've seen worse, bla bla bla.
A large welcome to Sophie Kinsella in the YA realm.
I hadn't really heard of this book before but it definitely looks interesting- I'll have to check it out!
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoy it! Also recommend Twenties Girl by Kinsella.
DeleteThis is the first book by Sophie Kinsella I read. I've always wanted to read her Shopaholic series even before the movie came out but never really gotten around to it. I'm glad I picked Finding Audrey first. I really, really liked it and I loved that the specifics of what happened to Audrey wasn't fully revealed but still had a great impact. Can't wait to read more Kinsella books!
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Yes! Twenties Girl and I've got your number are pretty good and both stand alone
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