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TTYL is a great new innovative way to reach out to the younger audience of YA readers. The entire book is written in an exchange of instant messenger format which is quite familiar to younger audiences. However, I feel that though this was a great way to reach out to young adults right now, this format could quickly become dated with today’s technology moving forward so quickly. I really did enjoy experiencing a book completely written in conversation which when I started out, I didn’t know if I would feel as though I had read a “book”. When I finished the book I felt more like I was a part of those conversations and I was able to get that “book” experience. I know this book is constantly on the forefront of book challenges and as a librarian I can see why, but I really didn’t find anything in the book so offensive that I would immediately say it needs to be pulled from the shelves. This book deals with a lot of issues, peer pressure, underage drinking, sexual situations, and language but I don’t know that I viewed any of this as things young adults are already talking about or hearing about. I think this is a fun book and a good book for female struggling readers. I can see the value of this book even if others can’t and I feel it’s appropriate for young adults 13 and up. For parents who are concerned then I say read the book for yourself before passing judgment.

2022-09-27 21:31