Lila Mackay Is Very Misunderstood - Gill Sims

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A spectacular novel serving as a relatable and realistic mirror of young lives. 

‘Lila Mackay Is Very Misunderstood' is a mesmerizing tale that will teleport you into the world of exploring the prevailing experiences of growing up and adapting to life’s difficult complications. Reading this novel is the finest way to spend your Summer relaxing with a book-in-hand, underneath the sun as throughout the novel, we dive into the protagonist, Emily’s Summer starting off with a train ride to her impending doom with no access to technology, no social life and no entertainment except her Mum (Lila Mackay)’s diary and Uncle Tom’s snippets from the past to keep her company. No one seems to understand her despair and longing to spend a normal summer with her BFF Poppy and the stunning Toby. This spectacular novel serves as a realistic and relatable mirror of young lives. As a perfect representation of the teenage years of life along with the generational differences. My favourite part is the portrayal of human nature as Emily is taken on a sweet journey to the recognition that despite the nonexistence of technology or iPhones, her mum, Uncle Tom and other nineties teenagers lived similar life-experiences and livelihoods without the constant reminders of keeping up Snap Streaks, binge-watching Netflix or scrolling through TikTok! 

I loved how the author, Gill Sims created the finest replica of Emily’s world and transferred it onto paper. Readers that are used to intricate plots might find this book straightforward. However, I believe it is this quality that makes it real and honest as it investigates real-life difficult situations and complex emotions beautifully. Fans and readers of Geek Girl and Lottie Brooks, this book is for you! This awe-inspiring novella transpires literary wonders with the way of the world. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who is interested in reading a whirlwind of young adult authentic tales!  

Reviewed for Lovereading4kids.co.uk


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