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332
Novel • Fiction
England • Contemporary
2004
YA
14-18 years
Looking for JJ by Anne Cassidy is a young adult thriller that follows British teen Alice Tully as she attempts to lead a new life under a changed identity after serving time for a crime she committed as a child, revealing themes of guilt, justice, and forgiveness, while her past increasingly threatens to resurface. Contains sensitive topics including child murder and exploitation.
Mysterious
Dark
Emotional
Suspenseful
Melancholic
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Anne Cassidy's Looking for JJ offers a compelling exploration of guilt and identity through the story of Jennifer Jones, a child who killed another child. Many reviews commend its psychological depth and nuanced character development. However, some critique the pacing and find certain plot twists predictable. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read on redemption and societal judgment.
Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers and young adult fiction will be captivated by Looking for JJ. Fans of Jay Asher's Thirteen Reasons Why and Laurie Halse Anderson's Speak will find similar themes of trauma, identity, and redemption in this suspenseful, thought-provoking novel.
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Carol Jones
Jennifer’s mother, who became pregnant at a young age and struggles to balance her career and responsibilities, often neglecting Jennifer in favor of seeking fame and money.
Rosie
Alice’s foster mother, who provides the warmth and care Alice lacked in her early life, offering stability and support in her new environment.
Frankie
Alice’s boyfriend and a university student, initially presented as aggressive but is eventually shown to be immature yet genuinely caring.
Michelle
Jennifer's childhood best friend, known for her bossy demeanor, whose relationship with Jennifer profoundly affects the story.
Lucy
A neighborhood girl who becomes friends with Jennifer and occasionally stays with Michelle, shy by nature and younger than Jennifer and her friends.
Sonia
A schoolmate of Jennifer, briefly befriends Michelle, and becomes involved in an altercation that significantly impacts Jennifer’s childhood.
Mr. Cottis
A photographer associated with Carol, characterized by his sneaky and untrustworthy nature, involved in inappropriate activities alongside Jennifer’s mother.
Sara Wright
An investigative journalist who befriends Alice under the guise of a neighbor and teacher, attempting to write a story while maintaining Alice's anonymity.
332
Novel • Fiction
England • Contemporary
2004
YA
14-18 years
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