A Week of Mondays
A Week of Mondays
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Contemporary
2016
YA
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
A Week of Mondays by Jessica Brody follows a teenage girl named Ellison "Ellie" Sparks who experiences the same Monday repeatedly. She navigates personal challenges, including her relationship with her boyfriend, her parents' issues, and her dreams, as she seeks to understand why she is reliving this day and how to change her circumstances.
Humorous
Romantic
Hopeful
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
4,183 ratings
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Review Roundup
In A Week of Mondays, Jessica Brody crafts a compelling narrative where the protagonist relives the same day repeatedly. The novel is praised for its engaging storytelling and relatable character development. However, some reviewers note a predictable plot and repetitive structure as drawbacks. Overall, it's an entertaining read with a unique twist on the Groundhog Day concept.
Who Should Read A Week of Mondays?
A reader who enjoys A Week of Mondays by Jessica Brody likely appreciates young adult romance fused with a Groundhog Day-style narrative. Fans of Lauren Oliver’s Before I Fall or John Green’s Paper Towns will find appeal in its themes of self-discovery, second chances, and the complexities of teenage life.
4,183 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
A Week of Mondays is written by Jessica Brody, an accomplished author known for her engaging young adult novels and her work in both fiction and non-fiction.
Jessica Brody often draws inspiration from classic narratives; for A Week of Mondays, she was inspired by the film Groundhog Day to explore themes of repeated days and the impact of choices.
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Novel • Fiction
Contemporary
2016
YA
12-18 years
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