This was, by far, the best Picoult novel that I've read. Granted, I've only read three, but I thought the others were terrible, and I was ready to give up on her. But, this book renewed my hope in her novels, and I'll definitely be reading more in the future.
As a teacher, I was fascinated about the topic of school shootings. I think every reader could find some way to relate to both the bully and the bullied. I found myself empathizing with the students and even the shooter. I love the history and background she gives on each character - it makes them so much more real. I also love how Picoult jumped back and forth from the past to the present throughout the whole book. It added meaning and depth to the characters and to the story line.
This was one of the best books I've read in awhile. And I'm happy to jump back on the Picoult train:)
As a teacher, I was fascinated about the topic of school shootings. I think every reader could find some way to relate to both the bully and the bullied. I found myself empathizing with the students and even the shooter. I love the history and background she gives on each character - it makes them so much more real. I also love how Picoult jumped back and forth from the past to the present throughout the whole book. It added meaning and depth to the characters and to the story line.
This was one of the best books I've read in awhile. And I'm happy to jump back on the Picoult train:)
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