Annie on My Mind
Annie on My Mind
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1982
Book Brief
272
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1980s
1982
YA
14-18 years
1000L
Super Short Summary
Annie on My Mind by Nancy Garden, written in 1982, follows Liza and Annie, two seventeen-year-old girls from different socioeconomic backgrounds in New York City, as they navigate their friendship, academic ambitions, and burgeoning romantic relationship amidst societal and institutional challenges.
Romantic
Emotional
Inspirational
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
54,560 ratings
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Review Roundup
Annie on My Mind by Nancy Garden has been praised for its authentic portrayal of a teenage same-sex relationship, offering a tender and heartfelt narrative. Critics commend its courageous storytelling during a time when LGBTQ+ themes were less accepted. However, some feel the pacing is slow and the dialogue occasionally dated. Overall, it's an impactful, pioneering work.
Who Should Read Annie on My Mind?
Readers who would enjoy Annie on My Mind by Nancy Garden are typically teens to young adults who appreciate heartfelt, realistic LGBTQ+ stories. They likely enjoy books like Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli and Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz.
54,560 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
272
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1980s
1982
YA
14-18 years
1000L
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