Speak

Reader reviewed by Kelsey

I had to read this book for school, and I usually don't like books that I am forced to read but this book was the exception. I loved this book I found myself not wanting to put it down. It grabs your attention and makes you feel like you have to know what is going to happen next. This book was so true, and reminds you so much of a high school today. It was so well written that you could feel the characters emotions as if you were there with them. I highly recommend this book to everyone of all ages. After reading it i also recommend the movie but read the book first because the movie isn't as good and will ruin it. I give this book two thumbs up.

Reader reviewed by Lisa

I LOVED this book. The book was written in a very interesting way which I think kids would really respond to because of the short sections. Also the humor Melinda has would be interesting young adults also. The topic of rape can be a touchy subject but this story makes it so believable and even if a young adult wasnt raped I can see them connecting with Melinda. A lot of kids are quiet and this book can relate to kids on so many different levels. I would recommend this book to any one of any age (probably 6th grade and up). I was also fortunate enough to see the movie and it was just as good as the book, with a few cuts of course which any ready would be annoyed about.

Reader reviewed by teena

i read this book in my freshman yr of high school and i loved it. a lot of other kids were bored with it and didn't like it. i felt it was a great book with even greater characters. her friends don't like her anymore. books like speak show what real high school is about, not all that good stuff you see on tv. i think everyone should go out and get their copy today.

Reader reviewed by nhunggnguyenn

its a short read but it is awesome. the book is quite inspiring. i could imagine this happening to anyone, thats why i liked it, its pretty realistic. i also watched the movie with kristen stewart and it was not anywhere as good as the book, but its cool to be able to compare them.

Reader reviewed by SweetPea

Speak is a very captivating book. Laurie Halse Anderson is a great writer. THe book is about high school cliques and Melinda's struggle to be accepted from her peers. Melinda's sanctuary at school is the art room. Melinda gets raped at a party and she tries to say no but she had beer to drink and cant really get the words out. She calls 911 and a kid takes the phone from her and screams that the cops are coming. It is a must read for everyone! You won't be able to put it down.

Reader reviewed by tf3196

i love thiis book. about a girl who has been raped and has to cope with the awfull secret although she doesn't tell anyone. her own concience eats away at her tearing her apart so that it gets to that she can't even speak or tell anyone about anything

i believe this is a must read book for all teen above 14. awsome. it reslly keeps you on ur egde

Reader reviewed by Sammi

this book ws incredibly sad and showed the journey through freshman year of a girl with heartache and drama. THE beginning was a little slow but if you stick withit you will find it to be an excellent book

i was really excitedat the end when melinda get her "revenge" and get somewhat back to her normal self. this book can eally reach out to any young women who wne t throught what melinda did, and make it clear that you dont have to hold somethingtlike that inside and there is more that one person who is willing to get you throught it.

Reader reviewed by tay3196

i really liked this book. it's always kept you on the edge of ur seat. it's about this girl who was abused at a party. The boy keeps coming back to her and bugging her. The book is very good and descriptive. it really focuses on the character and her main problem. The character has a really hard time. this book keeps you on the edge and i really liked it.

Reader reviewed by Emma L

This is my favorite book of all time:) In the beginning I found it funny, but when you got into the middle of the book, I found out it wasn't something to joke about. I think every girl should read this book. It's inspirational, funny at times, sad, impowering, and moved me to tears! Definetely take some time to read this AMAZING book.

Reader reviewed by Megan

What would you do if you were raped? Melinda Sordino copes with this by not speaking. It isn't that hard, seeing as none of her friends or schoolmates will talk to her because she called the cops on the party where she was raped. Eventually, she gets the guts to speak up about what happened to save a friend from the same fate. An awesome book, I would recommend this one to anyone.