#A really awesome mess #Negative thoughts #clarification. Only the mess part can I readily agree with. Chinese Americans–Fiction. Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2013. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 26, 2016, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 17, 2014. So completely wrong about how people in treatment behave. The book is penned in chapters of alternating point of view, with Emmy and Justin building a bond with each other and the rest of their ragtag anger-management group, which includes a selective mute, a surly abuse survivor, a compulsive liar, and a gaming addict. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. It probably wasn't a good idea to read it at work. It had it's moments, but overall I really didn't like it. Female narrator Emmy is the adopted daughter of an American family, a family in which she doesn’t think she fits. Lerner Publishing Group. loved the characters but would of rathered the ending to be different. Hello Select your address All Hello, Sign in. A really awesome mess - Trish Cook and Brendan Helpin I kept wanting to call this A beautiful mess after the app, but they are two very different things. Unable to add item to List. Started this only last night and struggled to put it down! Did you think Emmy's struggle was an accurate depiction of life with an eating disorder? Skip to main content.sg. But when a handful of Tylenol lands him in the hospital, he has really hit rock bottom. Learn more about A Really Awesome Mess in the Peninsula Library System digital collection. EMBED (for wordpress.com hosted blogs and archive.org item tags) Want more? By: rippingbutterflywings. Her parents are mortified and realize that Emmy needs help. A Really Awesome Mess is a wittily written novel following the antics of two teens shipped off to Heartland Academy, a place for kids with every color of the rainbow in mental problems. (I would like Goodreads to give us options of 1/2 stars - so often I am in between ratings on books. No_Favorite. GENRE. Her sister, Joss, was conceived during Emmy's adoption process. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. I found myself rooting for the characters and didn't want the book to end. I AM DISPLEASED I WAS EXPECTED SO MUCH MORE. A funny, sad, and remarkable story, A Really Awesome Mess is a journey of friendship and self-discovery. Advanced embedding details, examples, and help! A Really Awesome Mess, страница 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 In denial about her anorexia, she sees it as a needless punishment for refusing to apologise to the boy she bullied via Facebook - something she won't do because of the reasons why it all started, which she certainly can't tell anyone about. The authors address the serious topic of adolescent mental health in a seriously entertaining way. (Not Mr. Asswipe and his random depression which only appears in the middle of the book in order to remind the audience that he has /reasons/ to be in a place for kids with actual issues. Not just some b.s. It is a journey of self-discovery coupled with humorous teen antics, as well as overcoming personal obstacles. Told from a less-than-riveting dual perspective, A Really Awesome Mess follows six characters in a reform school as they level their way up to being released. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Please try your request again later. ―starred, Library Media Connection. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published Didn't like the writing. Both are "messed up." Justin and Emmy arrive at Heartland Academy, a reform school that will force them to deal with their issues. The best part about this book was the cover. Trish dreams of being on The Amazing Race, but the closest she's ever come was being chosen as a finalist for casting on I Survived a Japanese Game Show (and unfortunately did not survive that last casting cut). Trish Cook is the author of four young adult novels, including Notes from the Blender and A Really Awesome Mess, and a graduate of the University of Chicago's Graham School program in Creative Nonfiction. A really awesome mess by Trish Cook, 2013 edition, in English But when a handful of Tylenol lands him in the hospital, he has really hit rock bottom. Because of the fact that me coming across these kind of stories are rare, I consider A Really Awesome Mess to be a real treasure. As well as to tell us that he is not just a selfish little white boy despite the obvious. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. But when a handful of Tylenol lands him in the hospital, he has really hit rock bottom. And Justin's suicide attempt wasn't serious; otherwise, he would have used something stronger than Tylenol. Emmy is sent to Heartland Academy when she pulls a prank on a male student. A really awesome mess Item Preview remove-circle Share or Embed This Item. A Really Awesome Mess by Trish Cook, Brendan Halpin A hint of Recovery Road, a sample of Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist, and a cut of Juno. Two very bumpy roads taken that lead to Heartland Academy. suicide is the sum of a bunch of reasons. Poignant and true, laugh out loud hilarious and at the same time gut-wrenchingly sad, A Really Awesome Mess is the story of two broken teens who are desperate for answers even if they think they have life all figured out. I seldom find stories like A Really Awesome Mess, stories that touch upon serious, sometimes dark subjects, but still manage to … There was a problem loading your book clubs. A Really Awesome Mess may not have been an astounding or life-changing book for me, but it was an entertaining story littered with characterization and humor. In addition to a porn addiction, Justin also suffers from depression, hiding his feelings behind sarcastic, smart-aleck remarks. I appreciate what Trish Cook and Brendan Halpin have written and I really wish I would have had something like this to read when I was younger. Lerner Publishing Group. A Really Awesome Mess - Ebook written by Trish Cook, Brendan Halpin. I AM DISPLEASED I WAS EXPECTED SO MUCH MORE. 2. Is it mind blowing no, is it beyond exciting not even a little bit, but it is about real issues and shows the true side of teens. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. I plan to begin this weekend and can't wait! Please try again. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. A little disappointed with this one. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. I expected a mindless read, something I could do in an airport, but found a novel with heart. shootingstarbound. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Young Adult. Warning: If you have or have ever had an eating disorder, this book will likely be VERY triggering for you. But when a handful of Tylenol lands him in the hospital, he has really hit rock bottom. I think a good book disrupts the reader’s soul and imbeds itself deep within the memory and this book did neither of those for me. As well as to tell us that, In which I was promised a "A Really Awesome Mess" and istead got two privilged, middle class bitches who cry about their perfect lives for an entire book and then make out near the end. 288. In denial about her anorexia, she sees it as a needless punishment for refusing to apologise to the boy she bullied via Facebook - something she won't do because of the reasons why it all started, which she certainly can't tell anyone about. This book was alright, the story line was boring at times and had a lot of filler. Schools–Fiction.] I thought this was an interesting coming of age read. A really awesome mess by Cook, Trish, 1965- author. Psychotherapy–Fiction. Learn more about A Really Awesome Mess in the National Library of Malaysia digital collection. My current read is A REALLY AWESOME MESS by Trish Cook and Brendan Halpin. First of all, let me just say that it gets MAJOR points for having a minority as one of the lead characters, and another minority as a supporting character. Not for me. These eventually become rooted in our minds as truths, and then everyone gets stuck in a cycle of misunderstanding and miscommunication.”, “We all smiled because it was the truth: Living did take a lot more guts than giving up.”. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. July 23rd 2013 i would read this if i were mentally stable, "'Home crappy home,' I whispered under my breath.". Find more reviews at. A lived experience of anorexia, a lesbian feminist perspective, SOLVED. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read A Really Awesome Mess. A funny, sad, and remarkable story, A Really Awesome Mess is a journey of friendship and self-discovery. But when a handful of Tylenol lands him in the hospital, he has really hit rock bottom. I actually received this through LibraryThing last month and just haven't had time to do much reading. A must read for any teen, friend or family member that has been touched by mental health issues in a young adult. AbeBooks.com: A Really Awesome Mess (9781606843635) by Cook, Trish; Halpin, Brendan and a great selection of similar New, Used and Collectible Books available now at great prices. We’d love your help. MAJOR. pages cm Summary: An angry girl and a depressed boy, both sixteen, are sent to a therapeutic boarding school. I would say, the first two are five-star books, while this one … made up to make the story flow. Emmy is of Asian biological parentage and was adopted by her American parents when they believed they were infertile. Emotional problems–Fiction. Two teenagers. Throughout the book, Emmy battles a pretty severe eating disorder while also struggling with body image issues that relate directly back to her Chinese roots and her adopted family’s biological daughter. They bring humor and hope to circumstances that often seem humorless without minimizing the challenges. But it doesn't matter: once admitted to Heartland, the only way out of the program is through it. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Both are 16. But when a handful of Tylenol lands him in the hospital, he has really hit rock bottom. Publication date 2013 Topics Big, tough, scary. As in, sympathitic/fun characters I could get behind. Sally Thorne, author of The Hating Game and 99 Percent Mine, explores what it means to take risks for love, and for yourself, in her newest... To see what your friends thought of this book. Authors: Trish Cook and Brendan Halpin. Two very bumpy roads taken that lead to Heartland Academy. A really entertaining book to read, I'd highly recommend it. by EgmontUSA. [s]. YA novel about adopted girl in psychiatric hospital. Trish Cook is the author of four young adult novels, including Notes from the Blender and A Really Awesome Mess, and a graduate of the University of Chicago's Graham School program in Creative Nonfiction.Her essays have been seen most recently in the Manifest-Station, Graze Magazine, and Spittoon.Trish is currently in the process of putting the final touches on her memoir/essay collection. So what if Chinese American adoptee Emmy threatened a racist, sexist bully on Facebook and got expelled from school for online harassment? Two very bumpy roads taken that lead to Heartland Academy. LENGTH. Oh good gravy did this story make me cry and at parts i don't even think it was supposed to. They soon make a connection with each other while working out their emotional problems. Justin, the male narrator, gets caught partaking in an inappropriate act, which causes his inattentive father to pay for his stay at Heartland. A scandalous photo of Emmy leads to vicious rumors around school, but things get worse when she threatens the boy who started it all on Facebook. A Really Awesome Mess is a book that will really make you think and reflect–and make you severely addicted and laugh out loud. Refresh and try again. A Really Awesome Mess by Trish Cook 1,916 ratings, 3.63 average rating, 361 reviews A Really Awesome Mess Quotes Showing 1-9 of 9 “When we don’t directly ask for clarification, we tend to fill in the gaps with negative thoughts. Learn more about A Really Awesome Mess in the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh digital collection. First off, I don’t think this book is as good as the other books mentioned in this post. “When we don’t directly ask for clarification, we tend to fill in the gaps with negative thoughts. A Really Awesome Mess is a laugh-out-loud, gut-… Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. ), In which I was promised a "A Really Awesome Mess" and istead got two privilged, middle class bitches who cry about their perfect lives for an entire book and then make out near the end. Trish is currently in the process of putting the final touches on her memoir/essay collection. When Emmy arrives at Heartland Academy, a school-slash-mental institute for teens struggling with a wide range of mental health issues, she thinks her parents are happy to have finally found a way to get rid of her. It's dark, but it definitely sheds some light on their situation. This is the kind of book that will stay with me for days. Trish Cook - Author Brendan Halpin - Author Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group Kindle Book. Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2014. Together, members of this little unit scheme get out of 'assland academy' by teaming up and confronting the demons they'd purposefully ignored (see Justin's severe depression and Emmy's anorexia). I loved the book. A Really Awesome Mess is a book that will really make you think and reflect–and make you severely addicted and laugh out loud. A funny, sad, and remarkable story, A Really Awesome Mess is a journey of friendship and self-discovery that teen readers will surely sign up for. It was just very MEH. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. With professional help, and the help of new found friends, both teenagers work through their struggles. Welcome back. A Really Awesome Mess by Trish Cook & Brendan Halpin is, well, a really, awesome mess! It offers hope to those who are facing some of these same issues. eISBN: 978-1-60684-364-2 [1. Emmy has an eating disorder and lacks self-esteem, while Justin battles depression and suicidal tendencies. This was an ARC gratefully received by netgalley, I chose it because the description likened it to Revolutionary Road, Juno and Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist,… Highly Recommended." But when a handful of Tylenol lands him in the hospital, he has really hit rock bottom. A Really Awesome Mess promises to tell a “funny, sad, and remarkable story.” Unfortunately, it is not funny, sad, remarkable, or really awesome. Along the way they will find a ragtag group of teens who are just as broken, stubborn, and full of sarcasm as themselves. 3. Depressed, divorced parents Jenny- Emmy's roommate, selective mute, loves pigs Tracy- Justin's roommate. RELEASED. I remembered why I love YA books after reading this. Hilarious and well-written, the characters were relatable, but a problem that occurs with most (if not all) fictional stories about mental hospitals is that is can be considered to be romanticizing hospitals and illnesses. After his parents' divorce, Justin is on rocky mental ground. Be the first to ask a question about A Really Awesome Mess. When we don’t directly ask for clarification, we tend to fill in the gaps with negative thoughts. Two teenagers. … Two teenagers. But when a handful of Tylenol lands him in the hospital, he has really hit rock bottom. Read this book using Google Play Books app on your PC, android, iOS devices. EMBED. It appears to have been written by people who have never talked to real live human teenagers before. Follow. You can visit her at www.trishcook.com and www.instagram.com/instafromthe80s. I. This book is a total fucking mess. Release date: July 23, 2013 OverDrive Read. Start by marking “A Really Awesome Mess” as Want to Read: Error rating book. As in, sympathitic/fun characters I could get behind. I honestly wasn't expecting to like it so much but I did. The Resource A really awesome mess, Trish Cook and Brendan Halpin A really awesome mess, Trish Cook and Brendan Halpin A Really Awesome Mess by Trish Cook & Brendan Halpin Survival Guide Alternating perspectives between Justin and Emmy Set in a "therapeutic" reform school called Heartland Academy Film ARAM is the story of six troubled teens, each in their own predicament, as they work on becoming After his parents' divorce, Justin is on rocky mental ground. I think a good book disrupts the reader’s soul and imbeds itself deep within the memory and this book did neither of those for me. Sally Thorne's Latest Rom-Com Leaves a Lasting Impression. Two very bumpy roads taken that lead to Heartland Academy. A really awesome mess/Trish Cook and Brendan Halpin. 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