This book has so much about it that I really enjoyed, including well-drawn characters, authentic young adult point of view voice, an intriguing mystery, and a lovable cat with an ironic name.
I was able to suspend my belief without any problems or questions when everyone just disappears from July's world. The short chapters helped speed this mystery along and I often didn't want to stop reading. Twists and possible danger always caught me off guard and I loved that.
I thought the ending rushed in too quickly and left too much in question. It also seemed to be missing a big hunk of story and I still can't grasp what was needed for a satisfactory ending for my tastes--maybe an epilogue? Maybe another session with July and her therapist?
This novel gave me so much to think about and the abrupt changes in July's relationships with her friends broke my heart for her. I felt July's loneliness completely, so I know the writing is excellent.
I was able to suspend my belief without any problems or questions when everyone just disappears from July's world. The short chapters helped speed this mystery along and I often didn't want to stop reading. Twists and possible danger always caught me off guard and I loved that.
I thought the ending rushed in too quickly and left too much in question. It also seemed to be missing a big hunk of story and I still can't grasp what was needed for a satisfactory ending for my tastes--maybe an epilogue? Maybe another session with July and her therapist?
This novel gave me so much to think about and the abrupt changes in July's relationships with her friends broke my heart for her. I felt July's loneliness completely, so I know the writing is excellent.