"The moving and very real story of two teenagers and an unplanned pregnancy. It is told from two viewpoints - that of Helen as she writes her thoughts in a series of letters to the unborn baby, the Dear Nobody of the title, and of Chris as he reads the letters and relives events as Helen is in labour." I thought this was a very realistic account of what might happen to a teenage couple when the girl gets pregnant. At first I had trouble understanding why Helen did what she did, but it was clear at the end it was the right thing to do.
At first they want to find a way to be together despite their parents’ pressures and untold pasts … don’t they?
This is the story of Chris and Helen, a teenage couple full of ambitions for college and how an unplanned pregnancy affects their lives. I was impressed at how the author tackled these issues head-on and didn't provide any easy answers. Helen becomes miserable and withdrawn, doesn't know who she can talk to and doesn't have supportive parents. It's pretty heavy emotionally, it's not a light read.
In terms of the plot, I suppose you could say it's one where 'not much happens'. It's about the emotional journey of these two teenagers and how they relate to each other and their families and friends. It's very internal, largely about what's going on in their heads.
I found it effective. Quite gritty in places and not in the slightest bit sentimental. It's about teenagers having to come to terms with a reality they are not ready for and this is incredibly difficult for them.
I admire the author for not making it easier on the reader. Its a good, well-written book for various worthy reasons.
The ending was satisfying, no plot twists, just a good closure but a little frayed.
Age Rating I would suggest 12+. Emotional but not depressing.
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