Synopsis
Autumn and Adonis have nothing in common and everything in common. Autumn is outgoing and has lots of friends. Adonis is shy and not so eager to connect with people. But even with their differences, the two have one thing in common--they're each dealing with a handicap. For Autumn, who has a learning disability, reading is a painful struggle that makes it hard to focus in class. But as her school’s most aggressive team wrestler, Autumn can take down any problem. Adonis is confined to a wheelchair. He has no legs. He can't walk or dance. But he’s a strong reader who loves books. Even so, Adonis has a secret he knows someone like Autumn can heal.
In time, Autumn and Adonis are forced to see that our greatest weaknesses can turn into the assets that forever change us and those we love.
Told in alternating voices, Pinned explores issues of self-discovery, friendship, and what it means to be different.
My Review
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
3 Platypires for Pinned by Sharon G. Flake
I feel very mixed about this book. I truly related with Autumn and her learning disability. It reminded me of a very close family member and her struggle to read. I think cause of that it I immediately grew a liking towards Autumn. I just couldn't help but root for her.
Now as for Adonis, I just didn't like him. I did feel bad that he was born without legs and had to be in a wheelchair. I just did not like his cockiness and his treatment towards Autumn. I did not see why Autumn liked him at all. He was just mean to her. Not a good romantic lead at all.
The book is told for dual POVs and I think it would have been better if it was just told through Autumn's voice.
Overall, I liked the book but it's hard to really like a story if you don't like one of the leads.
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