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Book Review of Identical

Identical
Identical
Author: Ellen Hopkins
Genre: Teen & Young Adult
Book Type: Paperback
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My own personal goal is to read some "banned" and "challenged" books. This particular one was targeted in Idaho's last legislative session- HB 666 (appropriate, right?!)
Kaeleigh and Raeanne are identical twins. On the surface, to outsiders, they are part of the perfect family. Their dad is a judge, their mom a politician. As we all know, things are not as they seem. Told in alternating points of view between Kaeleigh and Raeanne, I got a sense of each one. The writing style is different from what I am used to (story is told in verse).
This was a hard book to read. This is not lighthearted and deals with serious subject matter. The subject matters (drug use, child sexual abuse, mental disorders) are dealt with well. Abuse does happen and it's important for people to realize they are not alone. It is well written and flows well.
I will also say I didn't see that twist coming.
This is an important book and I'm glad it exists.
FIGHT BOOK BANS!