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Leah on the Offbeat

Written by: Becky Albertalli
Narrated by: Shannon Purser
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 Leah on the Offbeat has descriptive copy which is not yet available from the Publisher. Contemporary Difficult Situations Family & Relationships Friendship LGBTQ2S+ Literature & Fiction Romance Witty Funny Heartfelt
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Leah on the Offbeat is my favourite book ive read recently, mostly due to its wholesomeness and extreme relatability, even down to being so awkward around girls you like that they think you hate them. I could not recommend this book enough, especially if awkward, fluffy, messy and OBLIVIOUS romances are your thing.

Could not have been more happy with this book!

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The book is immersive, and brings the reader in the life and mind of Leah Burke. It's really nice to read a book about a teen who already knows her orientation and who she wants to be. Leah never once doubts her feelings, but questions herself on how or why she feels the way she does. It's a great introduction of LGBTQ+ content for young adults and really adds another dimension to the first book.

A really refreshing take on coming of age

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I love Shannon Purser, and she's definitely believable as Leah.
The story itself though, is pretty slow, I only started to enjoy it at all probably 66-75% of the way in, because I find the protagonist off-putting. That's not to say she's a bad character, or not believable, she's a teenager who's a bit over dramatic and is convinced her friends don't like her. It's a bit tiring, and maybe just too close to home.
Not much happens in the story, though there is queer content, which I am all for. There are hopeful moments, but I don't want to feel like I'm clinging to those when what I thought I was getting was a light summer read.
If you're in a good place in your life, and you don't mind characters who aren't, this might be the book for you. If you want something to lift your spirits, you've got to get through a lot of the book before you get there.

maybe too relatable

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