How to Be a Girl in the World
Written by Caela Carter
Narrated by Jesse Vilinsky
3.5/5
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About this audiobook
From the critically acclaimed author of the ALA Notable and Charlotte Huck Honor Book Forever, or a Long, Long Time comes a poignant coming-of-age novel about the complicated parts of growing up, finding your voice, and claiming your space. Perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead, Laurel Snyder, or Ali Benjamin!
Lydia hasn’t felt comfortable in her own skin since the boys at her school started commenting on the way she looks in her uniform. Her cousin and friends think she should be flattered, but the boys—and sometimes her mom’s boyfriend, Jeremy—make Lydia uncomfortable and confused. Even more confusing is when Jeremy hovers too close and hugs a little too long.
Then her mom surprises her by buying a dilapidated house in their neighborhood. Lydia hopes to find a little bit of magic in their new home. But just like the adults in her life, and God, and her friends, the magic Lydia deeply believes in eventually loses its power to keep her safe.
And as seventh grade begins, Lydia wonders: Is there a secret to figuring out how to be a girl in the world?
Caela Carter
Caela Carter is a writer and an educator. She is a graduate of the New School’s MFA program in writing for children. She has written three books for middle grade readers: One Speck of Truth, My Life with the Liars, and Forever, or a Long, Long Time, which received three starred reviews, among other accolades. Caela lives in Brooklyn with her family. You can visit her online at www.caelacarter.com.
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Reviews for How to Be a Girl in the World
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- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5On the one hand -- a strong message about consent, and effective storytelling, including some lovely creepy backgrounds. I liked it. Carter is very good at portraying the inner lives of young girls in a way that feels authentic.
On the other hand -- the short imperative chapters that are meant to convey some inner voice. I didn't love these. I had exactly the same issue with Forever, or a Long, Long Time -- super compelling main story broken up by creative writing. This totally works for a lot of people and really doesn't work for me.
If you liked Forever, I think you might really enjoy this one, too, and I fully support books that are about being believed and the damage of sexual harassment. I also really loved that this is completely appropriate for upper elementary/ young tweens.
Advanced reader's copy provided by Edelweiss.