A wonderful book about friendship, which made me feel like a kid again. The first book in “The Secret Life of Debby-Sue” reminded me of how life used to be when I was 12, and how hard it was to fit in with the cool kids.
My thoughts:
There is nothing Debby-Sue wants more than a friend. This is how the author starts her book description and I think this is something we can all relate to. Debby-Sue makes a wish on her 12th birthday, wishing for a BFF. How cute is that? Reading her story and following her journey into teenage, I discovered that friendship is not always what we expect, but we must learn to embrace the unexpected and adapt. Will she find a way to accept what life throws at her? You will have to read the book to find out.
I thoroughly enjoyed the book and I can’t wait for my daughter to be a little bit bigger, so she can read as well. Debby-Sue is just the sweetest, the perfect example of a budding teenager who feels anxious about making friends. Without giving too much way and as you will see from the cover, I am only going to tell you that a fox will enter her life. At first, she will try to ignore him, but life will soon prove her that some things cannot be overlooked. The fox will lead her to another unexpected friend, someone with whom she might have a lot of things in common.
For me, this was a great story, as it showed all the anguishes kids go through. It reflected on how hard it can be to fit in, with emphasis on looking inside yourself and fighting against peer pressure. The fox is not only an unexpected friend, but a symbol of following your own path, enjoying the newfound friendships. I loved every bit of the book and I am sure kids will fall in love with both Debby-Sue and her new friends.
Verdict:
Friendship, a bit of adventure, growing up and finding your way… “The Unexpected Friend” offers all that and so much more. It was such a lovely read, one that allowed me to return to one of the most beautiful periods in my life, childhood, the place where all stories come from. I look forward to the next book in the series, I am certain it will be just as amazing!
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