Precious Audiobook

" I certainly have a better understanding of why so many girls end up on the street. This book was gritty and at times very difficult to read, but it was compelling because it was about real people for me. I really wanted to see Precious rise above the horrible life she had been dealt. "

" I thought it was a great book even though some parts were difficult to follow. "

" I enjoyed reading this book. it shows struggles a girl faced growing up and how she overcame them. It teaches a really good lesson. "

" Everyday that I read this book, I just thought about the thousands of teenagers that have to deal with this. I read and read, because this book kept pulling me in. My sister talked me into reading and I did not want to, but the first page changed my mind. "

" I read this in one day, it was more graphic than the film and left me unsettled. "

" I gave this only three stars only because it was such a tough novel to read. I can't imagine the amount of sadness and abuse the main character struggle with. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone but if someone asked me what I thought I would say to give it a try but to be prepared. "

" I can't say it was a bad book, but one that I wish I would have never read and have no intention of ever reading again. It was just too much for me... "

" Graphic, repulsive, and I couldn't put it down! The growth of the main character is what makes this short novel so stunning. I'm going to have to see the movie now. "

" This is a horribly tragic book. It made me want to cry and throw up all at once. As a future middle school teacher, this is not a book I would use in my classroom, but I think future teachers should read this book. It is very inspiring. "

" Heartbreaking. Are there really many kids like this? How do we save them? "

" Precious Jones, 16 and pregnant with her father's child, is the protagonist and recounts her story of hope as the world open up for her when a courageous, determined teacher bullies, cajoles, and inspires her to read. A terrific book and a quick read - the story will stay with you long after. "

" I found this too graphic in its descriptions, but really liked the story overall. Why do so many people think this is a true story? "

" The language was hard for me to work with, but over all I am glad I read it. "