LitPick Review
In the book, "Do the Math: Secrets, Lies, and Algebra," the main character is a girl named Tess. Tess' mother works as an artist for a man named Rob whose wife, Nina, has just died. Tess' mother lets Tess in on her secret that she thinks Rob killed Nina. Tess' mother had heard Rob's story but it wasn't convincing at all. However, Tess is not to tell anyone of her mother's suspicion. Having a secret is not easy for Tess and she ends up telling her two best friends, Sammy and Miranda. Sammy lets it slip to Lynn, the loud mouth at school, so the rumor is spread to everyone! Tess realizes she can't trust Sammy with secrets anymore. Tess' mom finds out that Tess told as well and gets really mad. After many twists and turns, Tess leans some valuable lessons. I guess you'll have to read the book to find out what those lessons are and what really happened to Nina!
Opinion:
I loved the book. The book was not a book that I wanted to put down because something exciting happened with each turn of the page. It was nice knowing that other girls go through the same things I do at times. It also reinforces the fact that people should not spread rumors, especially when they don't have all the facts. This kind of book is the kind that makes me happy and sad at the same time. I felt sad that people were hurt for saying things that weren't true, but at the same time, friendships were made stronger. These are just some of the reasons why I loved the book. I know if you are a girl like me, you will love "Do the Math: Secrets, Lies, and Algebra too.
