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I disagree when it said the messages in this book aren't good. Sure, its about teen suicide, and that is a very bad thing, but that isn't what the book is about entirely.
In my opinion, the book is about how every little action that you do can affect someones life without you even realizing it. I think it can teach us all that no matter how good someones life looks on the outside, it can be crumbeling on the inside, so just treat each other with kindness and respect. It really helped me out alot.
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Perfect in every way
I absolutely loved this book. It's my favorite book of all time. This book is gorgeously written, haunting and just all over great. It deals with topics such as rape, murder, drugs, alcohol, depression and, of course, suicide. Though I know some parents will be a bit protective with letting their kids read this because of the topics but the book is amazing and letting your kid read this will only broaden their horizon and teach them about valuable life lessons. Man that sounded cheesy.
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should learn earlier then being too later
I read it when i was 12, and i think it was kinda cool. And it kinda help me act the way i shouldn't be acting.
For parents who think its not appropriate for 13 below. Isn't it better to know things earlier? i mean some kids go through it earlier then 13. so its just a thing to think about, people will have to learn/know later on they should be prepared....
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A fantastic book.
I love this book. It's tearjerking and heartfelt, and I couldn't stop reading. I think all teens today should read it, but only if they're mature enough to handle the concept. Suicide is a scary subject, but one that should be talked about.
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The only redeeming character is a boy that befriended the main character. Ironically the suicide girl wants to make him feel badly after she committed suicide. At the end of the book it depicts this boy as feeling responsible and feeling that he should try to help other lonely kids. So if this book conveys the msg don't say anything that is mean, fine, but the msg should also include if you feel someone might commit suicide seek help from an adult. Responsible adults were absent from this book. It is a depressing book and unfortunately does not present information on how to deal with a suicidal person.
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Older Teens Must Read
When Hannah Baker commits suicide, Clay Jensen loses his crush. Things get strange when he finds a package full of audiocassette tapes on his door step.
With these, he is guided around town by the voice of the deceased Hannah Baker. Clay Jensen learns the thirteen reasons why she killed herself.
This book is definitely a darker one, but it teaches many things to children. Some may say it's a bit harsh, but it's very important.
It teaches children not to judge, or at least tells them judging is wrong. It also shows the negative affects of bullying rather than showing humor in negative remarks, violence, and other actions. In the end, the main character is enlightened and helps a student that may spiral into the same problems Hannah had. All of the concerns listed are shown as bad in the book. It's educational and teaches good morals.
I read it and I'm 12, but I'd say it's for 13 year olds. Parents should read this and decide based on the material in it and how mature their child is. This is not a novel for children under the age of 10, that's for sure.
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Excellent Book
I don't see what's terrible about this book. It talks about sucicide, and how she was depressed. Like thousands of teens are today.This book could be very educational, and could teach teens how to choose their actions wisely.
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so good i read it in a day
This book was really good. There are some things in this book that I would not reccomend for younger teens. But otherwise it was good. It kept you thinking and you were drawn in by the tapes.
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my opinion,
i think it can be very confusing, and possibly too deep for younger people, I'm 15 and i could barely fight back the tears at times...
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A Harrowing Read that Doesn't Stand Up to Close Examination
Thirteen Reasons Why is wracked with emotion, and can be hard to read the first time, purely because it has the power to devastate the reader. But do not be taken in by this- though the message is good, characters developed, and plot well-timed and executed, I find that I like it less and less each time I read it. After reading, you are supposed to feel sympathy for and be understanding to people with suicidal thoughts. I know people who have attempted suicide, and I feel for them and understand their struggles, but I just could not stand Hannah. Humans need love and attention, so I understand why Hannah put herself in the position to be hurt again and again, but she went looking in all the wrong places. It's an accurate portrayal- often teens don't go to parents or counselors for help - but infuriating (perhaps this is Asher's intention). Hannah's suicide wasn't drawn to be inevitable, which made it all the more tragic tragic, but it was romanticized. Hannah seemed almost a hero for sticking through these trials leading up to her suicide, and Clay loves her through it all. Suicide in and of itself doesn't seem a crazy or dark option- merely one that cannot be taken back.
There is a more graphic scene near the end, when Hannah allows a boy she doesn't like to fondle her. Teens drink and party often.
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Read this for sure!
I absolutely loved the book. I could not put it down in finished it in a mere two days! Although the book has some descriptive parts, it sure is a keeper. I liked the way the author used tape recorders and had the kids in the book know it was an old thing because the book would always seem newer. If they used texting, a new communication invention could have been invented the very next day without the characters even knowing it. Suicide is a hard topic to talk about and i think Jay Asher hit it just right. Lots of kids could probably relate to scenarios in the book. I would highly recommend it.
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Every high school student should read this now
Every kid 14 and older should read this book. I think this book applies not only to teenage suicide, but to many other issues facing our children today. Everyone (including adults) can find themselves in this book, whether you are the troubled, the trouble causing, or trouble- enabling. This book will definitely stay with you for a long time after you finish reading - hopefully, it can help you to become a more compassionate and understanding person. I know it has changed the way I look at people and what they may be experiencing. A must-read.
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Teaches a valuable lesson
This was a great book. I wouldn't recommend it for an elementary school aged child, but middle and high school students should definitely read this book. It sends a message to kids on how you should treat people well, and though you may not realize it, every negative thing you do has a negative effect. It can be used to teach tweens and teens to be decent people, not to mention how they should reach out to someone they think might be in trouble.
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READ IT
I think this book is one all teenagers should read to deal with angst and suicide awareness but it involves some very adult subjects that a teen has to handle maturely.
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It's truly informative, It's truly true. It's the truth that you need to know about you.
I thought this book was very well written, and being that I'm 18 I dind't find to much wrong with it. Althought it is not something I would recommend for younger ages. I lent this book to some of my friend's when I was done with it and it was interesting to see the mixed reviews, some of them understood why I loved it so much while others couldn't understand what just happened, they had been hoping for a perfectly happy ending in which Hannah had saved herself - which of course if that had happened we wouldn't have a book. I myself was hoping maybe she went back to her home town and just didn't tell anyone. But the book is very informative it covers a subject most authors tend to shy away from and doesn't just mention it. The book is full of teen problems - I mean not every teen may have a peeping tom, or a party every weekend - but a lot of us go through points in our life where we're harrassed by someone, or are feeling down and just need to be told that we're special to somone. I really enjoyed it and although it may have certain thins that are off putting to you, I think the book is a must read for all teenagers. There's never a reason to kill yourself, and everyone who feels that way needs to look for some help, whether it's a friend, or a help line, just because someone says something about you, or people talk about you behind your back, doesn't mean any of it's true.
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LOVE IT!
Love the book. It left me scarred with the fact that someone could face so much in just about 17 years of her life It made me cry. But like Ruby29290 said it's better to know earlier then later on in life so you could be prepared. This is one of my fav books though!
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Horrible Read
This book is horrible. The main character is extremely weak and if you CAN list 13 reasons to off yourself...you're living a pretty good life. The story just gets ridiculous and it's full of drama. Not realistic, rather disturbing, and just idiotic. I've gone through very similar things in my life and I wasn't as idiotic as the main character.
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this book is a great book. im 13 and despite the cussing and bad role models its a great book. and im not using the excuse of "everyone does it" but it is true 1 out of 5 kids in each school ends up killing his or her self. and i think everyone should stop judging people who have thought about it, and actrallly help those who feel the need to.
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