This Lullaby, by Sarah Dessen

This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen is the story of an eighteen-year-old girl named Remy Starr, who has never believed in true love. This is mostly because her mother is about to get married for the fifth time. In addition, Remy's father, a popular musician, died before Remy was even born and only left a song called This Lullaby for her. One day, though, Remy meets a boy named Dexter, a rock musician, and ends up falling in love with him. The two are quite different in some ways, but surprisingly get along and grow to understand each other. Remy's entire perspective on true love greatly changes upon meeting Dexter as she tries to get through and take in their genuine relationship.

The theme of true love is very well-executed and presented in this story. Overall, the story becomes entertaining and enjoyable through continuous reading and understanding of the characters and their experiences. I give this book a 10/10 rating and would recommend it to young adults in particular, who can endlessly find themselves relating and connecting to the story.

Reviewed by Emily K., Grade 12