This is a great book that features three main characters Ellie, Magda and Nadine. These three are best friends but they have many ups and downs. Magda is super sassy and many boys chase after her, while Nadine is goth and shy. Ellie doesn't really like her stepmother and tries to get thinner by forcing herself to vomit and trying to be anorexic. She sadly fails and actually sees what a real anorexic girl is like when she swims in order to keep fit. She then believes that being anorexic and superskinny is bad for her and sticks to a better diet and exercises more. This book is very interesting and I really enjoyed it. It tells what a real girls life is like and how it is led and pressured.
Girls Under Pressure
By Jacqueline Wilson
| Interest Level | Reading Level | Reading A-Z | ATOS | Word Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grades 5 - 9 | Grades 3 - 6 | n/a | 4.3 | n/a |
A sequel to "Girls in Love". Ellie, Magda and Nadine all try to change their looks - with drastic consequences. This novel tackles the difficult issues of teenage eating disorders with compassion and humour.
Publisher: Corgi Childrens
ISBN-13: 9780552551328
ISBN-10: 0552551325
Published on 11/6/2003
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 208