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May 17, 2022BrantTeenReviewers rated this title 2 out of 5 stars
I normally really enjoy Sarah Dessen’s books, but Lock and Key was a bit of a disappointment. The beginning of the novel was intriguing. Ruby’s mother disappears, and she’s then sent to live with the sister she barely knows and her rich…
Jan 05, 2022genny1229 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
The book, “Lock and Key”, by Sarah Dessen, is a realistic fiction story about Ruby, a seventeen year old girl with a troubled past. She was abandoned by her father at the age of five, and when her older sister Cora moved away for college…
Oct 23, 2017Marilyn34 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
This novel is a great representation that our parents' past and decisions don't have to define our own. We make that choice for ourselves. Check out my review of "Lock and Key" on my blog at:…
Aug 03, 2017lyla786 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Beautiful book. I really loved Ruby's character. Though the thing about Marshall and Aaron and Nate, it seemed quite odd to me. How she'd willingly make out with anyone and not consider them anything to her. (Until the end of course, Nate)…
Dec 30, 2016TEENREVIEWCREW rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
So here you have Ruby, and from the outside she's just a regular girl. But no, she's got quite a bit on her mind as she goes to live with her distant sister. As usual, the characters fit in the frame nicely, with each having their own…
Aug 31, 2016
One of my favorites from Sarah Dessen. Her books are all similar in style but unique in a way. I usually forget what her books are about but I'll definitely remember this one. The story is very sad and a lot a people can relate to the…
Aug 11, 2016Jen24 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I find Sarah Dessen's books very repeatable and they use the same story. Frankly, this is true. However I did enjoy this book more than I thought I would.
Jul 30, 2016Melevere rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
As usual I tend to find the beginning of this author's books quite long due to all the details; however I always know that the outcome will be worth it Boy was I right! I cannot begin to describe how much I love this novel : from the way…
May 09, 2016tinybookworm rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Another fantastic Sarah Dessen book. I really enjoyed reading it. What I love about Sarah's writing is that she has a talent for writing these relatable interesting stories, but also when she writes, she includes honest, real insight…
Jan 31, 2016ezbooks1 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Its been a while since I've read this because I was 12 when I first read it. Now that i'm older I can understand the whole book. Its one of Sarah's best books. I absolutely love it <3
Aug 15, 2015StephanieChow rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
This book had relatable problems in real life with family, friends and first love. I really enjoyed reading it.
Jul 27, 2015sadia1903 rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
A great book about a girl who ends up finding more about herself than she ever thought possible
Jun 28, 2015PrincessMD rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Lock and Key is one of the many great books Sarah Dessen has written. I am still working through reading all her books and this one by far is my favorite. When 17 year old Ruby gets abandoned by her alcoholic mother and is reported by…
Feb 01, 2015
Okay...here goes nothing..Sarah Dessen is my favourite author as well for meg cabot! These books r a bit inappropriate 4 me cause I am only 12 but who cares!This book was so good! loved it<3
Jun 26, 2014
i love sarah dessen's books i caan read them again and again!
Reader1girl
Dec 28, 2013
haven't read it yet sounds good
Dec 06, 2013oboechica88 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Why are there not more books like this out there? Sarah Dessen has always played second fiddle to Deb Caletti for me, because as we all know I am an unapologetic fangirl for anything Deb Caletti has written. That being said, this is the…
olive_lion_9
Jul 10, 2013olive_lion_9 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
MUST READ!!!! LOVED IT!
Jun 10, 2013albeart rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This one of the best books I have every read! It is an awesome story about the meaning of family, relationships, and starting over. I will be reading more of Sarah's books now!
Jun 01, 2013googleymonster rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic book! It was my first Sarah Dessen novel, and I LOOOOVEDDDD IT!!!!!!! The way she writes is honestly one of my favorite styles ever... so emotional and brutally honest. One of my YA writer idols! <3 #BookLover
JewelMcLatchy
Mar 26, 2013JewelMcLatchy rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Another huge success from Sarah Dessen, this time examining the many ways in which a family can be formed and viewed.
Aug 20, 2012
This is a great book. I loved it! the way everything worked out in the end was kind of like perfect ending material but in a realistic way. The story along the way was amazing and led perfectly to the end!
Aug 06, 2012elfster14 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Very good. Kind of heartbreaking in the beginning.
Aug 04, 2012adzialo rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This is the first Sarah Dessen book I have read and I really enjoyed it. I am looking forward to reading more of her books in the future.
L3xia
Jul 01, 2012
i liked but i didn't love it , it had many good points in it ut someting fell a liitle short for me