Imogen, Obviously
Imogen, Obviously
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2023
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
2020s
2023
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
Imogen, Obviously by Becky Albertalli follows the story of Imogen, a teenager navigating her identity and relationships. As she supports her LGBTQ+ friends, Imogen confronts her own understanding of herself. The novel explores themes of self-discovery, friendship, and acceptance in a contemporary setting.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Imogen, Obviously by Becky Albertalli delivers a heartfelt exploration of identity and friendship with engaging prose and relatable characters. Praises highlight its authentic LGBTQ+ representation and emotional depth. Criticisms point to pacing issues and occasional predictability in the plot. Overall, the novel is appreciated for its genuine portrayal of teenage life.
Who Should Read Imogen, Obviously?
Readers who enjoyed Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda or Leah on the Offbeat by Becky Albertalli will likely appreciate Imogen, Obviously. This novel targets young adults who are drawn to heartfelt LGBTQ+ coming-of-age stories with relatable characters and emotional depth. It’s perfect for fans of contemporary YA fiction by authors like Adam Silvera and David Levithan.
24,189 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
2020s
2023
14-18 years
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