Create an Alternative Setting for the Book. How Would Things be Different and How Would Things be the Same?

Most books are based upon the cliché high school romance, and while it seems to get repetitive after multiples of the same story, there is a reason for why these are as popular as they are. If we took this bad boy and good girl relationship to a different setting, such as in the adult word, there would be too many complications that wouldn't make it as good as it is now. Parts of the plot would change, considering the theme of divorce and abuse will not be as strong when the main character, Bianca, could live on her own and distance herself at any point. It would also be different because the situation between the two, Wesley and herself, wouldn't be such a big deal. High school drama amplifies everything and has blown the situation way out of control. The only thing that might possibly stay the same is the two of them getting together in the end, that is, if their feelings for each other are strong enough.

Choose a Character You Really Dislike. Explain Why.

Featured in a high school setting, DUFF displays many characters with distinct personalities, that as a reader, I do not always agree with. Vikki, for example, is cheating on her boyfriend and is extremely jealous. She cares only about herself and constantly has to be the center of attention, which is something I disagree with greatly. Also, Wesley displays traits that while some women would find heartfelt and be grateful for his charming attitude, I find it to be revolting and discriminating to all women. Finally, even though we do not learn of his own words and only hear one side of the story, Jake's actions have turned me off from him altogether because of what he did to Bianca. Even though we might learn about him later, my opinions will most likely not change.

Explain what the Main Character's Most Pressing Problem is at this Time.

In The DUFF: Designated Ugly Fat Friend, Bianca is known as just that. Once Wesley Rush labels her the worse of her three friends, she is haunted by the truth behind the statement. Bianca already has enough to worry about without the constant distraction of a womanizing male attracting her attention. Bianca's parents are splitting up, her Dad is returning to the constant overuse of alcohol, and her friends are constantly overlooking every sick lie she throws her way. The worst part of it all of her is the fact that Wesley, her same English partner and opposed friends with benefits,  is not a bad listener. She seems to be falling for him, even if her last exploration with love did not end as she might have liked.

What Could You take Away from Today's Reading that Could Improve your Life?

If I could take anything away from reading Where She Went, it would be that everything happens for a reason. Even though Mia and Adam faced hardships in their relationship and got separated for three years while each of them pursued careers in music, they still managed to return to each other. I know now that while at the time, things that happen may seem to be like such a dramatic event  in your life, when they actually will not mean all that much. In the long run, what matters to you is what will make an impact and stay there for you no matter what. Just like Adam and Mia's unconventional and frankly sad story, they found their way back to each other because they knew it was meant to be and was willing to work for it. The second chance given to them was one that they took advantage of and everyone deserves one when it comes to love.