Flipped

Reader reviewed by the book muncher

Juli Baker knew that Bryce Loski was the one from the first moment she looked at him. All Bryce could see was a strange and awkward girl who seemed obsesses with him. For years, Juli continued to like him, saying, My Bryce. Still walking around with my first kiss. But Byrce has always thought differently.

Now its eighth grade, and things are different. Due to problems in his family, Bryce is starting to see Juli differently. He even might like her. Unfortunately, Juli doesnt seem to like Bryce as she did anymore. Something changed in eighth grade; they seem to have flipped.

Flipped is a truly heartfelt story that all middle-schoolers should read. Its a story about finding love and making up to the people you hurt. Wendelin Van Draanen is an amazing author, and I especially liked her Sammy Keyes series, so I checked this book out. If the upside down chick on the cover doesnt draw you in, I hope this review does.

Reader reviewed by qingie

I absolutley love this book, and have come to enjoy it more and more every time I re-read it! It's a must read. Just remember... looks are deciving and this book proves it!

It's about Bryce and Juliana, the entire book is told from their points of veiw. I've come to enjoy Bryce's descriptions more than Julianas (who has an emotional point of veiw) rather to Bryce's (funnyer point of veiw) A must read! Trust Me =)

Reader reviewed by librariane

Have you ever wondered what the other person is thinking when you find yourself in a strange situation? Wendelin Van Draanen (writer of the Sammy Keyes series) has captured the thoughts of two neighborsBryce and Julias they face different aspects of life. This light, sometimes humorous novel has alternating chapters for the main characters on a variety of subjects, from Bryce moving in across the street to Julis tree to school assignments. Both Bryce and Juli reach milestones of change in their lives, but I would not consider this a coming-of-age story, rather it is a gradual maturity as two kids grow into adolescence. Van Draanen only strays from her format (Bryces point of view and then Julis point of view) a little, keeping the reader from confusion. Anyone wondering about a boys inner thoughts or girls ponderings should read this book to get a glimpse inside!

Reader reviewed by frootloopgirl

This was quite an entertaining book. It is a book that flips back and forth between a guy who finds a girl totally annoying and crazy, and the girl who is totally in love with the boy. I loved hoe the story came together in the end, but I guess you'll just have to read it.

Reader reviewed by Eve

This book although it has an endearing and usual occurence that happens many times doesn't treat it well. The book is too simplistic and one can easily tell or guess what is going to happen. Basically a rundown version is...

A girl liked a boy for some years with him not really interested (if anything actually creeped out by her)in her. Then in a turn of events she loses interest after hearing him and his friend having a conversation about her and he starts to like her.

Although in some ways a sweet story it isn't a great book and although one will most likely enjoy it it won't be a memorable book.

Reader reviewed by msse

My classroom of middle school special education students listened to Flipped on CD's. They really enjoyed most of the book. I thought they especially liked the comparision and contrast as the story was told by both the boy and the girl. The book seemed to hit a "slow" spot for the 2nd half, however, kids were interested enough to listen all the way through to the end. I would recommend to students 5th grade and beyond.

Reader reviewed by Stephanie

The first time Juli Baker saw Bryce Loski's blue eyes that day he moved in across the street from her in second grade, she lost her usually intelligent mind. She spent the next 6 years chasing after him. Not 2 hours after moving into the house across from Juli's, Bryce knew she was dangerous. He spent the next 6 years trying to avoid her, and yet not being able to, because Juli Baker was everywhere, doing everything, often perfectly.

Their middle school years clash between a destroyed sycamore tree, Juli's homegrown chickens and their eggs, Bryce's widowed grandfather, and family problems and secrets. By 8th grade, Juli pegs Bryce as a shallow jerk. She is so over him. Meanwhile, Bryce sees something in Juli that he has never noticed before. Is it the way she talks about beauty and nature like an adult? Is it the way she reminds Bryce's grandfather of his spirited dead wife? Eighth grade will be one flipped year for the two of them.

This book is charming, funny, and well-written. Both middle and high schoolers alike will be able to empathize with the main characters and connect with their teenage language.

Reader reviewed by x_fashion4eva

This book is soooooo awesome. I loved it. Both characters of the story are adorable. The way the author shows 2 sides of the story is really cool 2! U have got 2 read it!!

Reader reviewed by Paula

I absolutely loved this book and thought it was one of the sweest books I have ever read. This book is really unique because it is told in alternate voices and points of view. I thought it was very well written also. In the beginning, Bryce is annoyed by Julie, but as time goes by, he finds out how much he loves her. I love the ending. This book is soooo good.

Reader reviewed by katy sedmak

This book was not the best book I have ever read, but it is worth some of your time to read it. It's kind of corny at the beginning, but worth finishing it at the end.