I think this would be a great read for teen girls or parents...I found some parts unrelatable as I'm between those 2 groups...although interesting to reflect on my teen self and what I still carry. I may read this again when I have kids. Ended up skimming parts at the beginning because I was bored. I also found some of the communication/emotion stuff a bit repetitive for me as a therapist, although definitely along the right track and a good refresher. Ok read overall. In addition to having an 11 year old daughter, I have 12 girls in my girl scout troop, 5 girls on my Odyssey of the Mind team, and a room full of girls for faith formation class a couple of times a month- so I was really interested in what Ms. Simmons would say. I feel like this book was just a capture of what I'm seeing with little suggestions/guidance on how to actually aid these girls on their journey to authenticity.
really can't rate the book since i skimmed through it. didn't capture my attention.
—naina26
It was interesting but a little repetitive (and a little overblown in places).
—HannahG
its alright. to much unneccasary info. long winded but good meaning.
—gforce
originally read nov 1, 2010chosen for book club March 2011
—SpagehttiandRice
Must read if you have a daughter. Life changing ...
—dav