Such a Good Girl

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never really alluding to his past history with her (as Riley's brother's friend), which you'd think they'd talk about...after all, why is he interested in her...he never actually says why he prefers her over, say, someone older? They just go from tentative flirting to horny makeouts, and we don't get any sense of a solid relationship developing. the fact that he seems completely nice and sane as a French teacher -- but is supposedly hiding this dark, desperate side (at least according to Riley's testimonial...which certainly no student can corroborate).

how neither of them mention his wife Jacqueline the first few times they're together, even though her existence clearly hangs over their relationship. I liked Riley as the main character. I felt right off the bat she had something to hide because it felt like she was pouring on the perfect too much. Riley really does open up during the book and show more of her personality. At parts I felt like we could see the beginning of almost a split personality coming out. Riley is trying to make the most of her high school life and trying to start to live it up while also maintaining her perfect student mode. I also loved that we got a look at Riley’s family life and that it wasn’t as perfect as she wanted it to be. It felt like Riley was working hard to keep up her appearances the entire book. If your partner ignores your wishes, consider it a red flag—they should respect and care about you enough to stop. The author, Mr. Rosen, is Jewish. There's nothing wrong with that in itself, but it plainly affected the way he approached the entire subject. He kept trying to make it personal. No offense to him, but it isn't. He makes it quite clear that he and his parents grew up as privileged, comfortable, upper-middle-class Chicagoans with little real awareness of the Holocaust. In fact, before he met Sophie, he admits that he had never even spoken to a Holocaust survivor. Yet because he's Jewish, he claims the Holocaust was “a disaster I hadn't emotionally confronted in my life.”I think that sentiment sums up my issue with Rosen and his biased approach: the Holocaust was a great tragedy, not only for the minorities the Nazis targeted, but for humanity as a whole. However, that does not mean that it affected Rosen personally. Do you want to try it? my dad asks absently, not really expecting anyone to take him up on it. He knows it’s good already. It’s always good.

If a co-worker doesn't stop, reach out to your human resources department. Tell them you'd like to report sexist comments that you find demeaning. [5] X Research source Keep it subtle: Respond in a way that’s flirty but not too obvious. Subtlety can be more intriguing than being too direct. Most of the hidden children had a huge revelation at the First International Gathering of Children Hidden During World War II, when a vast number of them came together and met, all of them understanding--even without speaking--what all the others had been through. Moreover, the book just isn't all that well-written. Rosen's style goes abruptly from personal to detached, then becomes suddenly personal again (since he occasionally inserts himself and his experiences). The prose itself is sloppy, repetitive, and poorly-edited in more than a few places.Disclaimer: Many thanks to Simon Pulse for the opportunity to read and review. Please assured that my opinions are honest. This grittily provocative debut explores the horrors of self-harm and the healing power of artistic expression. Riley Stone is perfect. Just ask her. Shoo-in for valedictorian, cheerleader captain, volunteer. She's even kind to her classmates. Not wanting to lose focus, she's never been on a date, by choice, although she has a crush on her Alex Belrose, her French teacher. When her older brother suggests Riley let loose, she embarks on a dangerous game of cat and mouse. Riley plays to win. And when she doesn't win, bad things happen. Edgar Award–winning mystery novelist R. D. Rosen tells the story of the hidden children who survived the Holocaust through the lives of three girls hidden in three different countries —among the less than 10 percent of Jewish children in Europe to survive World War II —who went on to lead remarkable lives in New York City

I loved that the whole point of the book is that Riley is a psychopath (a narcissist?). She makes everyone dance to her tune because she has such a draw and facade that everyone thinks she's an angel. Even after you read the book, you have to sit there and wonder if the story is even true because she's revealed to be such an unreliable narrator. The only things you can know for certain are the lists in between chapters that tell about what she's done in her life. Three women and one mother form the foundation of the narrative but their stories lead to those of others and the ways they all survived and, in turn, helped other survivors. It can mean he likes the idea of you following his lead and obeying him, but ultimately it all depends on what kind of dynamic you prefer in your relationships. If this type of thing appeals to you, then responding positively may encourage him to continue. This story line definitely kept me interested throughout and wanting more. The ending without giving things away definitely surprised me. There is definitely more to Riley than meats the eye that much is for sure.

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Sounds usual enough, right? Good girl rebels against who’s she’s been before to find out what she wants to do with her life and who she actually is now that high school is almost over. Sydnee chokes and then clears her throat. “Are you—are you sure you actually want this to be published in the paper, Riley?” For the most part, I thought the book was an excellent read. I didn't have trouble with the second part that others reviewers apparently had. That was actually my favorite part. Like others, though, I felt the title did not fit the book very well. It is understanding why the author chose that title, however, since the hidden children had to be good and silent in hiding to survive. But they weren't all girls. I think a better title would have been Such Good & Silent Children. I would suggest this as a beach or weekend read when you have more time to fully digest what is going on. I had trouble putting the book down because I wanted to know what was going to happen next.

Sure, but votes didn’t matter. Freshmen didn’t qualify. I think Madison Corrigan ended up getting it that year,” I say, like I don’t remember the exact moment they told me that I wouldn’t be crowned homecoming queen and announced Maddie instead, a cold-hearted senior with white-blond hair who was known for publicly embarrassing freshmen in front of her senior posse. She made them hold her books outside the restroom and do her laundry (including panties and sweaty gym clothes) and even forced them to do her homework, like that was supposed to somehow increase their social standing.Of course, I also heard she ahs an insane temper and almost got fired five years ago when she threw a hammer against the wall when someone questioned her knowledge of table saws, but maybe you get that way from years of systemic sexism.” Life demands so much attention to daily issues, but the Holocaust candle is always there, although it burns at a low, wavering flame.’” Carla Heijmans went into hiding with her mother and brother hid at eleven. They lived alongside a Christian family of nine in the Netherlands for three years. Her future husband Ed moved from farm to farm fighting for the Dutch Resistance while his family hid in a small cabin in the woods. His mother was discovered and sent to Bergen-Belsen, but miraculously survived. Neta has that effect on men, since she’s basically a young Sofia Vergara. If she weren’t so nice and if I were into that whole female-on-female jealousy thing (which I’m not, because I believe strong women like Neta and me should support each other), it would be so easy to hate her. Plus, Neta is more than just a bombshell. She was just awarded a huge scholarship for being a Future Businesswoman of America, and my bets are on her to become the next CEO of a huge company. Or to build one. I tear off a piece of the garlic bread for myself. “Yeah, how is she?” I ask, not because I’m being nasty or anything... but because I really want to know. His girlfriend’s name is Esther and she’s Mother Teresa, except six months pregnant, because she fell in love with the wrong guy, which was Not Ethan, before she fell in love with the right guy, which is Hopefully Ethan.