| |  | Author: Alice Sebold
Publisher: Turtleback Books Distributed by Demco Media
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  257 reviews
Sales Rank: 2949926
Media: Turtleback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 246
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 8.3 x 5.8 x 1
ISBN: 0606312579
Dewey Decimal Number: 346.1532092
EAN: 9781402541681
ASIN: 0606312579
Publication Date: August 30, 2004
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 A Must Read May 11, 2008
Lucky is a thought provoking book that helps readers understand rape from the victim's perspective. Written in an honest manner, it explores the rational and sometimes irrational reactions of everyone involved - whether victim, friend, or family member.
Seabold opens the book with a vivid description of her brutal rape. Initially, this makes it a difficult read because it forces readers to live through a brutal act. However, it also helps to expose a reader's preconceived notions and biases. Seabold describes her struggles to return to a normal life and she honestly discusses societal issues that favor the criminal and penalize the victim. This is a good read for anyone looking for some insight into a difficult issue.
 Blah April 26, 2008
0 out of 5 found this review helpful
I don't recommend this book to anyone who enjoys prose or literature. Sebold's use of a stripped down, matter-of-fact tone desensitizes her story. Though her rape was a traumatic event, I couldn't feel for her. Perhaps it was her intent not to draw out feeling to avoid pity but personally, I think it was uneffective in conveying her complete story because a memoir needs an emotional plot as well.
I wanted to put down this book before I was even half way though there were still many unfinished subplots like the conviction of her rapist.
I would expect this book in the children's/ preteen section if it weren't for the detailed account of the rape.
 Very Worthwhile April 20, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Lovely Bones led me to this book. I really didn't want to read a book about rape, but I'm glad I did because it is so much more. The story is delivered masterfully and written with skill. Read this book for the writing.
I couldn't put this book down March 17, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
This book is powerful. I think every high school student should read it, boys and girls. The topic of rape needs to be discussed and understood by young and old people alike. This book really portrays all parties in a "human" light and it's truth is what makes it so powerful. I can't say enough good things about the writing style and the ease of reading, all the while, it draws you in and keeps you interested. Fantastic book!
Great book! February 25, 2008
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
The item was shipped in a timely manner, and bought at a very reasonable price! Loved the book!!!
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