Over all I found Ariel's novel to be extremely honest and accurate of what it is teenagers go through during High School. Everyone is trying to fit in and not be judged in a negative light. You try to discover yourself all while trying to fit in, the pressures of growing up is something everyone goes through. I find it inspiring that at a young age Ariel was able to be so honest and upfront with herself.
The book reminds be of the years I would write in my diary growing up. Concealing my most inner and honest thoughts. Although Ariel of course has produced a much more creative and unique take in expressing herself. I feel both a diary or graphic memoir at the age of 15 presents the same purpose to have a place to be accepting with yourself in writing in private. Ariel is far more brave then most people would be at such a young age to allow people to read her most private thoughts is not something most people would ever do.
There is a possibility that a child with a very sheltered up brining and never experienced drinking or drugs at such an early stage in life may have a harder time connecting with her work. In my case I has begun to experience such things when I was in grade 8 and continuing into High School. I find this novel allowed me to see just how closed off I am from people. I can keep secrets and most heart breaking thoughts to myself entirety if i choose it. This reasoning is why I find Ariel to be in some ways a stronger person to me because she is always open the moment she chose to make her books public. I truly enjoyed reading Ariel's journey through her first two years of high school, i found myself laughing and relating to her experiences.
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Claire
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