![]() ![]() The author’s snapshot of British society today is unbelievably accurate, even though one could feel that sometimes it is a bit too caricatural: Ellie’s mum wears Boden, Mikey’s mum wears tracksuits for example – it is not inaccurate, but might a slight generalisation. If you want some social realism, look no further. All the odds are against Mikey and Ellie – not only is the history between their siblings making it near impossible for them to be together but they come from such opposite worlds, you’d think they would not stand a chance. But You Against Me is first and foremost a story of contemporary star-crossed lovers. The author does not shy away from thorny subjects and here she broaches the subject of rape. This second novel by Jenny Downham is as uncompromising, as hard-hitting and as utterly compelling as Before I Die. ![]() But it is Ellie he meets and everything changes. When Mikey decides to take revenge, he decides to turn up at the Parkers’ house looking for Tom. Ellie’s brother is on bail, charged of her assault. Mikey’s sister is stuck indoors terrified to go outside after she was allegedly assaulted. ![]()
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