60 pages • 2 hours read
Sarah DessenSomeone Like You
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1998A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Sarah Dessen's Someone Like You is lauded for its realistic portrayal of teenage friendship and emotional depth. It offers relatable characters and tackles sensitive topics, resonating strongly with young adult readers. Some critics, however, find the plot predictable and the pacing uneven. Overall, it's a heartfelt narrative that balances moments of joy and sadness effectively.
Who Should Read Someone Like You?
Fans of relatable and heartfelt young adult fiction will enjoy Someone Like You by Sarah Dessen. Ideal for readers who appreciate the emotional depth found in works like The Fault in Our Stars by John Green and the coming-of-age themes in Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell. Perfect for those seeking stories of friendship, love, and personal growth.
Recommended
Reading Age
14-18yearsLexile Level
820L