Name: Tell Us Something True
ISBN: 9780385742597

Dana Reinhardt

"After River Dean's girlfriend breaks up with him, he stumbles upon a teen group and unintentionally fakes an addiction"--

Tell Us Something True

Cath

Actual rating: 4.5/5 stars

Wow.. What an enthralling story. It's unlike anything I've ever read before! This book reminded me of All The Bright Places with their quirky characters and unique interactions. Everything just weaves through flawlessly and it all feels so real. I loved River so much and it's scary how much I can relate to him! I got myself to doggy ear the pages of the book because I simply adore the quotes in it (and I NEVER doggy ear my books - ever!). The author blurbs speak the truth, you guys. It's a very short book but so much happens in a span of 180+ pages. 

You know what they say, "it's bigger on the inside." And trust me, it sure is.

Highly recommended!

Kate

2.75* although the plot of this was extremely questionable for multiple reasons. I mean, faking a drug addition so you can attend a support group for teens with addictions, simply because you can't get over your ex, is something I just don't think I can get on board with? I can't say I entirely disliked it. There was something about the characters that I enjoyed, whist simultaneously wanting to shout at the main character and his actions on pretty much every single page. Seriously, how did he think anything he was doing was okay?!?! If someone breaks up with you, you leave them alone. Respect their wishes. Don't turn up at their door with your little sister. Let them be!! 
With that being said, faking an addiction (no matter how broken your heart may be) and lying to a group of people who are dealing with some heavy stuff and are equally trying to help you through your drug addiction (which doesn't exist) doesn't sit well with me at all. idk. I'm confused about how I feel and how I'm meant to feel. I'm not sure I'd necessarily recommend this book unless you're literally just looking for something that you'll be able to get through super quickly but I did fly through it in one sitting and somewhat enjoy it. The more I think about the plot, the more frustrating I find it but I didn't hate it. as I said, I don't know what to think. 😅

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