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| Name : | Amy O. |
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If you want to read Malala's story from her own 16-year-old perspective, then you will enjoy this book. It reminded me of Anne Frank's diary in that it was told by a young girl and juxtaposes historical events with the daily life of a young girl (arguing with her brother, disagreements with friends, studying for exams). I found the book to be both informative and charming in that it was obviously written from Malala's own perspective.
I think I recall hearing that the survivor in this true account hired an acquaintance to write this book...that was a HUGE mistake! I saw the survivor, who is now a grown woman, interviewed on the Today show and her interview was so intriguing that our club decided to read the book. It reads as though it was written by a slacker who could not be bothered to find (or take the advice of) an editor! This could have, and should have, been better written!
I enjoyed this book so much! It is said that Harper Lee wrote "Go Set A Watchman" before penning "To Kill A Mockingbird." Her writing style did evolve with experience, but I enjoyed "Watchman" for what it is as a story. I think it rings true to many themes humans see in life: disappointment, racism, love, etc.
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