Speak
by Laurie Halse Anderson
Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson holds a highly rated rating of 4.00 out of 5, based on 360.2K reader ratings. First published in 1999. The book spans 202 pages.
About Speak
"Speak up for yourself--we want to know what you have to say." From the first moment of her freshman year at Merryweather High, Melinda knows this is a big fat lie, part of the nonsense of high school. She is friendless, outcast, because she busted an end-of-summer party by calling the cops, so now nobody will talk to her, let alone listen to her. As time passes, she becomes increasingly isolated and practically stops talking altogether. Only her art class offers any solace, and it is through her work on an art project that she is finally able to face what really happened at that terrible party: she was raped by an upperclassman, a guy who still attends Merryweather and is still a threat to her. Her healing process has just begun when she has another violent encounter with him. But this time Melinda fights back, refuses to be silent, and thereby achieves a measure of vindication. In Laurie Halse Anderson's powerful novel, an utterly believable heroine with a bitterly ironic voice delivers a blow to the hypocritical world of high school. She speaks for many a disenfranchised teenager while demonstrating the importance of speaking up for oneself.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Laurie Halse Anderson |
| Published | 1999 |
| Pages | 202 |
| Kindle Price | $9.99 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction, Classics, Books |
| Average Rating | 4.00 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 360,156 |
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What genre is Speak?
Speak is categorized as Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is Speak worth reading?
Based on 360.2K reader ratings, Speak has an average score of 4.00 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Speak?
Speak has 202 pages.
Who wrote Speak?
Speak was written by Laurie Halse Anderson. It was first published in 1999.
What is the ISBN for Speak?
The ISBN-13 for Speak is 9780141310890.0.
How much does Speak cost on Kindle?
Speak is available on Kindle for $9.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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