Official Review: Lizzy Baby by Sarah P Blanchard

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Re: Official Review: Lizzy Baby by Sarah P Blanchard

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This is a coming of age book that highlights the need for appropriate sex education especially for young children. Lizzy's parents approach left the girl traumatized because it was difficult for them to explain the nitty gritty in a child friendly manner. That said, the author has done a fantastic job with the vivid descriptions and plot development. Thank you for your wonderful review.
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:| The story seemed very different from any other story. It seems educational and worth reading. I really think what Lizzy went through seems bad but teaches a lot. Great review.
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Reading about a farm girl would be a first for me. It must have been really hard for Lizzy how to tell her parents about the incident with Joey. It horrible that such incidents do happen. It would be interesting to read how she will confront her parents about Joey. The concept is realistic and beautiful portrayed. Thanks for such a wonderful review.
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I hope Lizzy is able to figure out things and retains her innocence.

Thank you for the great review.
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The content of this book is irritating to me. However, I believe the write has some disturbing issues he wants to expose. I would definitely not be able to read this book, but thanks for your honest review.
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This would be an ideal read for all parents. Lizzy's character may be the one they should learn from. Nice review.
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It is a very short book and the fast pace allows for a quick read. Would love to go through this one over the weekend.
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Thank you for sharing your review with us. Considering the theme of the book, I am interested to see how the author builds the characters innso few pages. Definitely adding it to my reading list.
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This sounds like a coming-of-age book, somehow. Still, the various themes of sexual abuse/need for sex education may be a bit sensitive. However, it does seem like the book doesn't really have an idea of what it is supposed to be, which is something the author may want to think about. Thanks for the review.
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An interesting story about a girl who is growing up and learning about the sex in an absurd way.
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This book covers topics that people avoid talking about. The events described in this book can happen to any child. That is why I think it's advisable for parents to make it easy for their children to confide in them. I would like to know what happens to Lizzy at the end of this story.
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Was that the best way to learn about sex? I just think Lizzy is being influenced by the wrong association. Great review.
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I'm sorry about the abrupt ending, which made the book less interesting for you. Thank you for the thorough review.
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This is a fiction novella that follows a story of Lizzy. Her parents are trying to teach her about reproduction, but in a strange way. Her cousin takes some actions that could ruin her vision of love.
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Congrats on BOTD. Even though the main character, Lizzy, is a little girl, I don't think this book is appropriate for children or even younger teenagers.
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