I had bought this book around two years ago and it still looks brand new surprisingly. It had been $8.99 at Barnes and Noble when I bought it. Usually I don't buy books that aren't sale (yes I am a cheap person and I am proud) but I had a giftcard that I wanted to use desperately. The title of the book had caught my attention The back summary of the book seemed like the typical cliche 'I hate you but actually I love you' type of book.
Seventeen-year-old Bianca Piper is cynical and loyal, and she doesn't think she's the prettiest of her friends by a long shot. She's also way too smart to fall for the charms of man-slut and slimy school hottie Wesley Rush. In fact, Bianca hates him. And when he nicknames her "Duffy," she throws her Coke in his face.
But thing aren't so great at home right now, and Bianca is desperate for a distraction. She ends up kissing Wesley. Worse, she likes it. Eager for escape, Bianca throws herself into a closeted enemies-with-benefits relationship with him.
Until it all goes horribly awry. It turns out Wesley isn't such a bad listener, and his life is pretty screwed up tpp. Suddenly Bianca realizes with absolute horror that she's falling for the guy she thought she hated more than anyone.
Yet, when I started to read the first few pages the writing language Keplinger was relatable. There is a considerable amount of cursing in the book and some sexual scenes between Bianca and Wesley. The book does relate greatly with teenagers in high school. It includes almost everything a moody sarcastic teenager feels and thinks of.
The title is an acronym that ties in with the book. DUFF stands for:
(D)esginated
(U)gly
(F)at
(F)riend
(U)gly
(F)at
(F)riend
Rate: 3.5 Stars
I have only read this book twice and I am planning to reread it this month soon. A lot of girls in highschool can relate to this book because many girls can feel insecure and feel like the Duff in their group of friends.
I am IN LOVE with this book, I start reading this book when you give it to me after you write your blog. When I read this book, I feel like many teen girls can really related to this book. I'm not done with the book yet but I'm half way there and you know I never finish the book but I think this one I will. Thanks for the books. Keep writing your blog, can't wait for your next post :) xoxo
ReplyDeleteI really love your blog you do a great job of describing the books. I usually read more fantasy kind of books but you really make me want to read these. The DUFF sounds really interesting the way you put it, I definitely think I’ll consider reading this now.
ReplyDeleteI really like your blog and the way you describe these books. I like reading books that can relate to high school including teenage experiences and this might be the next one I buy. Keep up the great writing!
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