Author: Katie Finn
Rating: It was amazing!
Recommendation: Teens
Unfriended is the third book in the series Top 8. This was an incredible book filled with so much plot, and it explored various themes. Madison MacDonald is put into a situation where all the cards seem stacked against her. Madison is a high school senior, trying to enjoy summer. She has amazing friends and a perfect boyfriend, but is forced to end everything once she gets blackmailed by Isabel. There are different ways to handle blackmail, and the way Madison handled it was a way I would never have imagined.
Madison’s friend group has a great dynamic, making me wish that I could have them as friends in reality! Friendship is a huge theme in this book, showing us the difference between fake and real friends. It truly emphasized the importance of being careful with who to trust, and never take your friends for granted. Love is also a significant theme displayed in this book, since Madison’s and Nate’s relationship is so heartwarming and almost put me to tears as things started to take a turn. The characters are all so compelling, truly detailed and distinctive, and readers could relate to any of them. I feel as if I really got to know the characters throughout this book, and they are all so inspiring in the end. The imagery in this book is indescribable, painting details in every new setting. Additionally, Madison’s feelings were strongly described, creating a sense of empathy in myself for all that she went through. Unfriended has an excellent plot that comes full circle in the end. The power of secrets is much more than we could ever imagine.
Without a doubt, I would give this book 5 stars. I highly recommend Unfriended, and the series, to any teenager in high school. We are taken on the wild journey with Madison as she faces many troubles as if she is alone, causing us to wonder how she can handle everything without betraying her friends and losing everyone important to her. Her social life is definitely more complicated than anything I could possibly think of!
Reviewed by: Anonymous