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In the Role of Brie Hutchens...

Nicole Melleby
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In the Role of Brie Hutchens...

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020

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Nicole Melleby

In the Role of Brie Hutchens...

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Jersey • Contemporary

Topic
Publication Year

2020

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

In The Role of Brie Hutchens..., the story follows Brie, a middle school student navigating her identity, family dynamics, and aspirations to become an actress. As Brie comes to terms with her sexual orientation, she faces challenges related to acceptance and self-discovery, amid her changing relationship with her mother and the pressures of teenage life.

Contemplative

Emotional

Bittersweet

Heartwarming

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.4

783 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

In In the Role of Brie Hutchens..., Nicole Melleby delivers a heartfelt coming-of-age story praised for its authentic portrayal of middle school and LGBTQ+ themes. While readers appreciate the depth of the protagonist's journey and emotional growth, some criticize the pacing. Overall, it's noted for its engaging narrative and relatable characters.

Who should read this

Who Should Read In the Role of Brie Hutchens...?

Readers who enjoyed Ivy Aberdeen’s Letter to the World by Ashley Herring Blake or The Lesbiana’s Guide to Catholic School by Sonora Reyes will appreciate In the Role of Brie Hutchens... for its heartfelt exploration of identity, coming-of-age struggles, and the complexity of family and personal discovery.

4.4

783 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Jersey • Contemporary

Topic
Publication Year

2020

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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