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Perfect

Ellen Hopkins
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Perfect

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2004

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Ellen Hopkins

Perfect

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

172

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Nevada • Contemporary

Publication Year

2004

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

590L

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Super Short Summary

Perfect by Ellen Hopkins explores the lives of four teenagers striving for perfection in various aspects of their lives. The book addresses themes such as body image, mental health, societal expectations, and familial pressures. Each character's journey highlights the personal and external challenges they face in the pursuit of perceived perfection.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

14,247 ratings

61%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Ellen Hopkins' Perfect skillfully delves into teen struggles with perfectionism, intertwining multiple perspectives to create a compelling narrative. The raw, poetic verse is praised for its emotional depth. However, some critics find the numerous viewpoints overwhelming and the characters less developed due to the novel's structure.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Perfect?

Perfect by Ellen Hopkins appeals to young adults interested in realistic fiction that tackles complex themes such as mental health, societal pressures, and identity. Fans of novels like Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher or Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson will find this emotionally intense and poetic narrative engaging.

4.2

14,247 ratings

61%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

172

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Nevada • Contemporary

Publication Year

2004

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

590L

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