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Reader reviewed by Megan

The book "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson, was one in which I have no words for. It was a brilliantly thought out book in many ways. This book was very different from all the books I've ever read, because the heart of the story really got out at the end. The entire first half of the book is just describing this girl's lame life. You wouldn't be able to give a decent summary about it unless you read it cover to cover. Although I found the first half a bit boring, I think that's what the author wanted. She wanted to really prove how boring Melinda Sordino's life really was. You couldn't find one bit of appeal or interest in this girl's life until you find out her secret, which is when you really never want to put the book down. I think it was a great book only if you took it from different views like the author's.