The List
The List by Siobhan Vivian, published by PUSH in 2012, is a thought-provoking exploration of adolescence and social dynamics. This edition spans 333 pages and is presented in English. The narrative centers around an annual event at a high school where girls are labeled as the prettiest and ugliest, leading to varied reactions among the selected students. The story delves into the complexities of identity and self-esteem as the characters navigate their experiences and the judgments of their peers.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of perspectives from eight distinct girls, each grappling with the implications of being on the list. Themes of friendship, self-reliance, and the pressures of social expectations are woven throughout the narrative. As the characters confront their feelings and relationships, the book highlights the impact of societal standards on personal identity. The List invites readers to reflect on the challenges of growing up and the significance of self-acceptance in a judgmental world.
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Prettiest. Ugliest. It happens every year before homecoming–the list is posted all over school. Tow girls are picked from each grade. One is named the prettiest, one the ugliest. The girls who aren’t picked are quickly forgotten. Each one has a different reaction to the experience. Abby’s joy at being named prettiest is clouded by her sister’s resentment. Danielle worries about how her boyfriend will take the news. Lauren is a homeschooled girl blindsided by her instant popularity. Candace isn’t ugly, not even close, so it must be a mistake. Bridget knows her summer transformation isn’t something to celebrate. Sarah has always rebelled against traditional standards of beauty, and she decides to take her mutiny to the next level. And Margo and Jennifer, ex-best friends who haven’t spoken in years, are forced to confront why their relationship ended. With The List, Siobhan Vivian deftly takes you into the lives of eight very different girls struggling with issues of identity, self-esteem, and the judgments of their peers. Prettiest or ugliest, once you’re on the list, you’ll never be the same. —
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