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Vote for Effie
Join Effie Kostas as she fights to become Student Council President in her new school. With a campaign team of loveable misfits, she tackles the truly important subjects: gender imbalance, outdated school conventions...and good-looking boys stealing the last slice of chocolate cake at lunchtime. A laugh out-loud rallying call for switched-on kids everywhere.
189 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 3, 2019
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Laura Wood
22 books1,375 followersLaura Wood is the winner of the Montegrappa Scholastic Prize for New Children's Writing and the author of the 'Poppy Pym' and 'Vote for Effie' middle-grade series and YA novels, A Sky Painted Gold and Under a Dancing Star.
She loves Georgette Heyer novels, Fred Astaire films, travelling to far flung places, recipe books, Jilly Cooper, poetry, cosy woollen jumpers, Edith Nesbit, crisp autumn leaves, Jack Gilbert, new stationery, sensation fiction, salted caramel, feminism, Rufus Sewell's cheek-bones, dogs, and drinking lashings of ginger beer.
She loves Georgette Heyer novels, Fred Astaire films, travelling to far flung places, recipe books, Jilly Cooper, poetry, cosy woollen jumpers, Edith Nesbit, crisp autumn leaves, Jack Gilbert, new stationery, sensation fiction, salted caramel, feminism, Rufus Sewell's cheek-bones, dogs, and drinking lashings of ginger beer.
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November 25, 2019
Pure fun from start to finish with so many laugh out loud moments! I wanted to keep texting them to friends but, rudely, none of them had read it yet so I had to be restrained.
Effie is honestly lovely. Loud and opinionated but also a massive stationary nerd, which I always appreciate! 😂
And her sister is life. Her scenes are pure gold, and her threatening nature is an inspiration frankly. Plus there’s an old lady with excellent cake and a rude parrot! And Disney love! A group of amazing friends who bring each other out of their shells! And so much more!
Honestly it’s just such good fun with an excellent feminism and politics theme, that I feel everyone should give this a read and I’m sad it’s not getting more hype.
Effie is honestly lovely. Loud and opinionated but also a massive stationary nerd, which I always appreciate! 😂
And her sister is life. Her scenes are pure gold, and her threatening nature is an inspiration frankly. Plus there’s an old lady with excellent cake and a rude parrot! And Disney love! A group of amazing friends who bring each other out of their shells! And so much more!
Honestly it’s just such good fun with an excellent feminism and politics theme, that I feel everyone should give this a read and I’m sad it’s not getting more hype.
March 17, 2019
Effie has just started at a new school and it's not long before she finds plenty of injustice to fight against. She decides to run against the unrivaled Junior school president and champion anyone who needs support at the school. I really enjoyed reading about Effie's plans to change her new school for the better, and her absolute determination to win the election.
I could really empathise with Effie and her Greek family. My favourite character was Lil, Effie's little sister. She was so funny! I sometimes think younger books can seem quite childish but this one is easy to read for all ages.
I could really empathise with Effie and her Greek family. My favourite character was Lil, Effie's little sister. She was so funny! I sometimes think younger books can seem quite childish but this one is easy to read for all ages.
April 21, 2020
A really nice middle grade book that has some good laugh out loud funny moments. I'd actually like a sequel. I put this on the book list for new year 6 pupils and it is most assuredly a strong choice. These books about becoming involved in the community and wanting to push themselves. Effie is very likeable. We live in a society where being passionate is sadly not seen as cool. I'm hoping books like this change that attitude little by little.
May 3, 2019
Why aren't more people shouting about this book?! It's amazing!
I fell in love with Effie straightaway, with her awkward enthusiasm and refusal to accept the status quo. She is a girl who cares deeply about lots of things and it was both sad and familiar to see people react to her passion with discomfort and dismissal, at least at first.
This is ultimately an empowering, uplifting read and I can't wait to press it into the hands of my pupils!
I fell in love with Effie straightaway, with her awkward enthusiasm and refusal to accept the status quo. She is a girl who cares deeply about lots of things and it was both sad and familiar to see people react to her passion with discomfort and dismissal, at least at first.
This is ultimately an empowering, uplifting read and I can't wait to press it into the hands of my pupils!
March 12, 2019
Effie Kostas is new at school and she’s struggling to fit in. She’s intelligent and confident, but she feels basically invisible until she gets into an argument with Aaron Davis – Student Council President – when he abuses his lunch pass privilege to buy the last piece of chocolate cake (a slice which was rightfully Effie’s, thank you very much!). Effie decides she can’t stand Aaron Davis, and the only way to defeat her nemesis is to take his presidency… And his lunch pass with it.
I borrowed Vote For Effie from the library on a whim because it had an interesting cover, and I’m so glad I did.
When I was at school I was one of those people who pretended not to care about anything because it wasn’t cool. I acted derisively towards anyone who felt passionate about school issues, and that’s something which I really regret now that I’m older. I shouldn’t have let other people’s attitudes change mine, because it’s cool to care!
Effie Kostas is exactly the kind of strong-minded female character I wish I’d read when I was younger, and Vote For Effie is a book which would have had a really positive impact on me. Effie stands up for herself without hesitation, and her determined approach to the election attracts supporters very quickly. Seeing a character who cares about school getting respect rather than ridicule is refreshing.
Younger readers might find the language in Vote For Effie difficult at points, as she’s a highly intelligent character and uses words that you don’t often find in middle-grade novels. However, that will help readers to expand their vocabulary in a natural way (while expanding their knowledge of feminism, too – icons of the women’s rights movement are name-dropped regularly throughout!).
I wasn’t sure whether to give Vote For Effie four or five stars for most of the book, but the ending tipped it into five star territory for me. I’m not going to tell you whether Aaron or Effie win the election, but I will tell you that the importance of trying – whether you succeed or not – is highly emphasised, and that’s another lesson which I’m glad Laura Wood decided to teach her readers.
Although I haven’t read any of Laura Wood’s other novels yet, I’m planning on picking up A Sky Painted Gold within the next few weeks as it’s just been shortlisted for the YA Book Prize 2019. I’m looking forward to seeing whether I enjoy her YA novel as much as this MG.
If you know any young females who need empowering, recommend Vote For Effie to them. You won’t regret it, and they’ll certainly thank you for it.
This review was originally posted on The Bumbling Blogger.
I borrowed Vote For Effie from the library on a whim because it had an interesting cover, and I’m so glad I did.
When I was at school I was one of those people who pretended not to care about anything because it wasn’t cool. I acted derisively towards anyone who felt passionate about school issues, and that’s something which I really regret now that I’m older. I shouldn’t have let other people’s attitudes change mine, because it’s cool to care!
Effie Kostas is exactly the kind of strong-minded female character I wish I’d read when I was younger, and Vote For Effie is a book which would have had a really positive impact on me. Effie stands up for herself without hesitation, and her determined approach to the election attracts supporters very quickly. Seeing a character who cares about school getting respect rather than ridicule is refreshing.
Younger readers might find the language in Vote For Effie difficult at points, as she’s a highly intelligent character and uses words that you don’t often find in middle-grade novels. However, that will help readers to expand their vocabulary in a natural way (while expanding their knowledge of feminism, too – icons of the women’s rights movement are name-dropped regularly throughout!).
I wasn’t sure whether to give Vote For Effie four or five stars for most of the book, but the ending tipped it into five star territory for me. I’m not going to tell you whether Aaron or Effie win the election, but I will tell you that the importance of trying – whether you succeed or not – is highly emphasised, and that’s another lesson which I’m glad Laura Wood decided to teach her readers.
Although I haven’t read any of Laura Wood’s other novels yet, I’m planning on picking up A Sky Painted Gold within the next few weeks as it’s just been shortlisted for the YA Book Prize 2019. I’m looking forward to seeing whether I enjoy her YA novel as much as this MG.
If you know any young females who need empowering, recommend Vote For Effie to them. You won’t regret it, and they’ll certainly thank you for it.
This review was originally posted on The Bumbling Blogger.
January 26, 2019
This middle-grade book addresses the current call for strong female leads. The mother goes out to work, the father works from home so he can look after house and home. Effie starts a new school where there isn't a football team for girls and that girls do not have the option to wear trousers. She sees the injustice of these.
From this point of view, the inequality makes this book very much in today's setting. However, given what Effie encounters in her school, I feel that this sort of occurrence is at the very least, set ten years earlier. I don't know what are the statistics of these, but I have visited a few schools in UK and Singapore and I am not aware of any schools that do not have a buddy system for new starters . As for the trousers options, again, in the UK, this has been an option quite a while, for the simple practicality of cold wintry days. So I feel the disparity.
Nonetheless, the author succeeded in using these examples to drum up support. I felt for Effie when she started school and was left to fend for herself. I was pleased when she finally found a friend. Effie has the qualities of a leader. She is passionate and has a strong sense of justice. I like her organisational skills, even if she's overboard with it. Her obsession with minor details and stationery colours is very typical of teenage girls. I got irritated as the book went on. As Effie gets more and more passionate, she shouts a lot, or the Upper Case writing increases. It was uncomfortable for the eyes.
As I got to know Effie more, something else struck me. According to an HR manager/recruiter I once spoke to, the difference between Effie and Aaron is typical between male and female. Recently I had this very same discussion with a parent who had a daughter attending an all-girls school and a son attending an all-boys school. Females under-appreciate what they do/achieve and as a result, go overboard with work and stress themselves out. Males are the opposite. They appear more laid-back but still get things done in their own way because they are confident in their own achievements. This is a topic educators can get into discussions with students about self-awareness, achievement and mental illness.
All in all, a modern feministic book for today's readers.
From this point of view, the inequality makes this book very much in today's setting. However, given what Effie encounters in her school, I feel that this sort of occurrence is at the very least, set ten years earlier. I don't know what are the statistics of these, but I have visited a few schools in UK and Singapore and I am not aware of any schools that do not have a buddy system for new starters . As for the trousers options, again, in the UK, this has been an option quite a while, for the simple practicality of cold wintry days. So I feel the disparity.
Nonetheless, the author succeeded in using these examples to drum up support. I felt for Effie when she started school and was left to fend for herself. I was pleased when she finally found a friend. Effie has the qualities of a leader. She is passionate and has a strong sense of justice. I like her organisational skills, even if she's overboard with it. Her obsession with minor details and stationery colours is very typical of teenage girls. I got irritated as the book went on. As Effie gets more and more passionate, she shouts a lot, or the Upper Case writing increases. It was uncomfortable for the eyes.
As I got to know Effie more, something else struck me. According to an HR manager/recruiter I once spoke to, the difference between Effie and Aaron is typical between male and female. Recently I had this very same discussion with a parent who had a daughter attending an all-girls school and a son attending an all-boys school. Females under-appreciate what they do/achieve and as a result, go overboard with work and stress themselves out. Males are the opposite. They appear more laid-back but still get things done in their own way because they are confident in their own achievements. This is a topic educators can get into discussions with students about self-awareness, achievement and mental illness.
All in all, a modern feministic book for today's readers.
May 9, 2024
I gave this an extra star because my 10yos read it independently and enjoyed it.
Effie, a new girl in middle school, decides to run for president in her school election after the incumbent, Aaron, cuts ahead of her in line with his lunch pass to take the last piece of chocolate cake. She makes new friends who rally around her, enlists the help of her family and a neighbor to make a big impression in her campaign...and lives to tell about it after she loses to that same popular boy, who turns out not to be so bad after all.
Effie is an exhausting MC who makes multiple references to Hillary Clinton and the musical Hamilton. I give kudos to this author that after a 270 page ride she loses her election - as of course she should as the (unapologetically pushy, opinionated, annoying) new girl at her school. It's realistic fiction with a lot of heart and the girl power dialed way, way up. Published in 2019, some of the references already seem stale although I suppose the Disney ones used liberally for Effie's little sister are likely to be perennial for young readers.
cw: the candidates are sometimes somewhat rude to one another and ultracompetitive in this book, but only Aaron's girlfriend Katie engages in proper alpha girl bullying, telling Effie that Aaron and his friend group mock and pity her while they're together in the bathroom during the school dance Effie planned and was enjoying. This is still suitable in my opinion for younger middle grade readers. It was a pleasant break from family drama, mourning, and insecure POV in middle grade fiction. The main characters don't end up a couple either despite one of Aaron's main characteristics being that he's 'good-looking'.)
TESOL comment: UK English, differences for an American reader are slight, for example might not recognize the various kinds of candies and cookies Effie's little sister is eating but it's always clear they're food. Teachers are called 'Miss' and junion/senior year designations are different and refer to middle school, not high school, etc.
Effie, a new girl in middle school, decides to run for president in her school election after the incumbent, Aaron, cuts ahead of her in line with his lunch pass to take the last piece of chocolate cake. She makes new friends who rally around her, enlists the help of her family and a neighbor to make a big impression in her campaign...and lives to tell about it after she loses to that same popular boy, who turns out not to be so bad after all.
Effie is an exhausting MC who makes multiple references to Hillary Clinton and the musical Hamilton. I give kudos to this author that after a 270 page ride she loses her election - as of course she should as the (unapologetically pushy, opinionated, annoying) new girl at her school. It's realistic fiction with a lot of heart and the girl power dialed way, way up. Published in 2019, some of the references already seem stale although I suppose the Disney ones used liberally for Effie's little sister are likely to be perennial for young readers.
cw: the candidates are sometimes somewhat rude to one another and ultracompetitive in this book, but only Aaron's girlfriend Katie engages in proper alpha girl bullying, telling Effie that Aaron and his friend group mock and pity her while they're together in the bathroom during the school dance Effie planned and was enjoying. This is still suitable in my opinion for younger middle grade readers. It was a pleasant break from family drama, mourning, and insecure POV in middle grade fiction. The main characters don't end up a couple either despite one of Aaron's main characteristics being that he's 'good-looking'.)
TESOL comment: UK English, differences for an American reader are slight, for example might not recognize the various kinds of candies and cookies Effie's little sister is eating but it's always clear they're food. Teachers are called 'Miss' and junion/senior year designations are different and refer to middle school, not high school, etc.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 26, 2018
For some strange reason, when I put in a request to Scholastic for a copy for a copy of Vote for Effie, I hadn’t made the connection of Laura Wood being the author of A Sky Painted Gold. As strange as it is, I’m quite glad of not having made the connection because I didn’t go into this book with any preconceived ideas or expectations.
Effie is facing one of the toughest experiences a young person can go through. She has to start in a new school and make friends. She is intelligent, outspoken, and empowered young woman – but not everyone appreciates her qualities. She quickly has a run in with Aaron Davis who turns out to be the Junior Class President. A stickler for justice and fairness, Effie decides to take action and stand against him in the elections.
I felt a connection with Effie immediately. When I was in secondary school I was opinionated (still am!) and had no interest in doing what was seen to be socially normal in order to fit in. I wanted to be me. I felt proud of Effie’s determinism and also by the band of friends she forms who stand by her no matter what.
There is a broad range of characters whom I could write about all day but I’ve decided just to pick out a few of my favourites.
Effie’s Dad works at home so he’s around to take care of his family, including the cooking and cleaning. I am always amazed at how many people think men are incapable of such things which is absolute tosh!
Iris lives next door. She might’ve had her fair share of years on the planet but she’s got a fire in her belly and speaks from experience when demanding equality. Iris is a reminder that the older members of our society have a lot to offer and were young once.
Lil is Effie’s sister and is one of my favourite characters based purely on the fact she is so sassy. She’ll give you an honest opinion even if you don’t want it.
The character development is phenomenal for a middle-grade book with fewer than 300 pages. Everyone has something to offer and it doesn’t shy away from the fact that there are some nice people in the world, and some who are less nice (possibly down to their own insecurities).
For me, Vote for Effie is a stand-out book because it offers a rationale for equal rights, equal opportunities, and an appreciation for diversity. It serves as a wonderful introduction to young people about female empowerment but also reminds us that the way forward is for everyone, regardless of gender, to work together and create a better tomorrow.
Many thanks to Scholastic for providing a copy of this book for an exchange for an honest review.
Effie is facing one of the toughest experiences a young person can go through. She has to start in a new school and make friends. She is intelligent, outspoken, and empowered young woman – but not everyone appreciates her qualities. She quickly has a run in with Aaron Davis who turns out to be the Junior Class President. A stickler for justice and fairness, Effie decides to take action and stand against him in the elections.
I felt a connection with Effie immediately. When I was in secondary school I was opinionated (still am!) and had no interest in doing what was seen to be socially normal in order to fit in. I wanted to be me. I felt proud of Effie’s determinism and also by the band of friends she forms who stand by her no matter what.
There is a broad range of characters whom I could write about all day but I’ve decided just to pick out a few of my favourites.
Effie’s Dad works at home so he’s around to take care of his family, including the cooking and cleaning. I am always amazed at how many people think men are incapable of such things which is absolute tosh!
Iris lives next door. She might’ve had her fair share of years on the planet but she’s got a fire in her belly and speaks from experience when demanding equality. Iris is a reminder that the older members of our society have a lot to offer and were young once.
Lil is Effie’s sister and is one of my favourite characters based purely on the fact she is so sassy. She’ll give you an honest opinion even if you don’t want it.
The character development is phenomenal for a middle-grade book with fewer than 300 pages. Everyone has something to offer and it doesn’t shy away from the fact that there are some nice people in the world, and some who are less nice (possibly down to their own insecurities).
For me, Vote for Effie is a stand-out book because it offers a rationale for equal rights, equal opportunities, and an appreciation for diversity. It serves as a wonderful introduction to young people about female empowerment but also reminds us that the way forward is for everyone, regardless of gender, to work together and create a better tomorrow.
Many thanks to Scholastic for providing a copy of this book for an exchange for an honest review.
April 13, 2021
VOTE FOR EFFIE is a big hearted book about being loud and proud of what you believe in, standing up for yourself, and trying to change the world. It's a rallying call for young students (particularly girls) to get involved with topics that are important to them, to not worry about being different and give in to pressure to be quiet and "nice". I love seeing books that encourage people to get involved with politics, showing that no one is ever too young to make a difference and speak up for matters they believe in.
It is a very funny book. I was surprised by how much I was giggling my way through this. Effie's outbursts and her tendency to get very passionate about ideas (much to the shock of people who didn't know here) were brilliant (and a little daunting). Her violence-is-the-answer little sister stole a lot of scenes ("tell me whose knee-caps need breaking") and Effie's eclectic friends were the gang of misfit friends you want because they make life interesting - unlike the clone-ish friends Aaron had.
VOTE FOR EFFIE is a multi-media book. Among the prose are posters, school newspaper articles, and school council minutes. They were so much fun, allowing the personalities of other characters to come out, as the rest of the book is from Effie's perspective. You have the exaggerated, gossip-hungry reporter, and Angelica's trying-to-be-unbiased-but-really-failing notes along with her pedantry for details (the constant "Luna reminds everyone she needs to get to netball" made me giggle every time.)
There is also a more serious message, not only about getting involved in politics that I've already gushed about, but about not judging people and how to work with people you get off on the wrong foot with. The ending was not at all what I expected, but I really loved it - and it sets up an interesting scenario for the next book.
It is a very funny book. I was surprised by how much I was giggling my way through this. Effie's outbursts and her tendency to get very passionate about ideas (much to the shock of people who didn't know here) were brilliant (and a little daunting). Her violence-is-the-answer little sister stole a lot of scenes ("tell me whose knee-caps need breaking") and Effie's eclectic friends were the gang of misfit friends you want because they make life interesting - unlike the clone-ish friends Aaron had.
VOTE FOR EFFIE is a multi-media book. Among the prose are posters, school newspaper articles, and school council minutes. They were so much fun, allowing the personalities of other characters to come out, as the rest of the book is from Effie's perspective. You have the exaggerated, gossip-hungry reporter, and Angelica's trying-to-be-unbiased-but-really-failing notes along with her pedantry for details (the constant "Luna reminds everyone she needs to get to netball" made me giggle every time.)
There is also a more serious message, not only about getting involved in politics that I've already gushed about, but about not judging people and how to work with people you get off on the wrong foot with. The ending was not at all what I expected, but I really loved it - and it sets up an interesting scenario for the next book.
March 16, 2019
Vote for Effie by Laura Wood
In this fierce, funny and irrefutably feminist book, Laura Wood tells the story of Effie Kostas, who has decided to run for student council president in order to stop the injustices she sees taking place, despite the fact she is a brand-new student who barely knows a single person in the school. It was simultaneously brilliant fun and incredibly inspiring to follow Effie`s campaign and I absolutely adored the members of her campaign team too, as they all added something valuable to the cause and it was great that it changed all of them in some way too- Effie was the protagonist and most of the focus was of course on her, but the supporting characters all had arcs too. I also completely loved Effie`s family, particularly her hilarious little sister Lil. However, this excellent supporting cast certainly doesn`t overshadow the leading lady, because Effie is even more phenomenal. She is driven, determined and passionate, and I loved her a lot- her personality really comes through in her narration and it made for a great reading experience. Finally, I need to give a mention to how much I enjoyed the humour in this book because it was fabulous, and the frequent pop culture references (especially to Disney!) were also delightful. I can`t wait for more in this series, especially to see what Effie turns her attention to following the ending! 4.5/5
In this fierce, funny and irrefutably feminist book, Laura Wood tells the story of Effie Kostas, who has decided to run for student council president in order to stop the injustices she sees taking place, despite the fact she is a brand-new student who barely knows a single person in the school. It was simultaneously brilliant fun and incredibly inspiring to follow Effie`s campaign and I absolutely adored the members of her campaign team too, as they all added something valuable to the cause and it was great that it changed all of them in some way too- Effie was the protagonist and most of the focus was of course on her, but the supporting characters all had arcs too. I also completely loved Effie`s family, particularly her hilarious little sister Lil. However, this excellent supporting cast certainly doesn`t overshadow the leading lady, because Effie is even more phenomenal. She is driven, determined and passionate, and I loved her a lot- her personality really comes through in her narration and it made for a great reading experience. Finally, I need to give a mention to how much I enjoyed the humour in this book because it was fabulous, and the frequent pop culture references (especially to Disney!) were also delightful. I can`t wait for more in this series, especially to see what Effie turns her attention to following the ending! 4.5/5
October 19, 2021
This is a really fun, easy-to-read middle grade with lot of heart and humour. There's loads of great messages about feminism, activism, friendship, caring, and fighting against sexist norms and Effie is the kind of imperfect but loveable character you really want to root for.
The tone I found a bit inconsistent in that I wasn't always sure that the writing quite matched up with the intended audience age, with some parts of the story leaving me feeling like the characters were acting younger than intended. I also didn't feel that the setting was completely consistent - sometimes it felt like we were in a UK school and other times an American one. At least in my edition, the spelling was standardised to American English which also kept making my brain think it was set in the US despite Wood being a UK author.
It would have been nice to get to know Aaron's character a bit more too; at one point Effie is surprised to hear him mention his ambitions and I would have been interested to see this explored a little bit further and see them really connect over some shared values instead of just the forced proximity of dance planning.
The tone I found a bit inconsistent in that I wasn't always sure that the writing quite matched up with the intended audience age, with some parts of the story leaving me feeling like the characters were acting younger than intended. I also didn't feel that the setting was completely consistent - sometimes it felt like we were in a UK school and other times an American one. At least in my edition, the spelling was standardised to American English which also kept making my brain think it was set in the US despite Wood being a UK author.
It would have been nice to get to know Aaron's character a bit more too; at one point Effie is surprised to hear him mention his ambitions and I would have been interested to see this explored a little bit further and see them really connect over some shared values instead of just the forced proximity of dance planning.
June 27, 2025
This was one of the most unexpected books I’ve read. I picked it up without knowing anything about it, I just assumed it would be a fun, cute read. And yes, it WAS fun and cute, but it wasn’t just that. It made me laugh, burned my eyes, made my heart swell with pride, made me grin with pure joy, and what not!
Honestly, I think it’s super underrated for a gem like this. It has the perfect mix of seriousness and that childish innocence that just hits right. Every character had an impact, no matter how small. The more I read, the more surprised I was at how inspiring it turned out to be.
It made me want to have a daughter one day just so I could hand her this book and tell her: "You can be as loud as you want, and no one can stop you from chasing your goals if you’ve made up your mind." Actually...scratch that. Kids or no kids, I want everyone to read this. It’s that good, and so easy to get into.
I recommend it. Totally worth the read. And coming from someone who’s been stuck in a massive reading slump this year, the fact that I finished it in a week? That’s a win in itself. This book reminded me why I love reading in the first place.
Honestly, I think it’s super underrated for a gem like this. It has the perfect mix of seriousness and that childish innocence that just hits right. Every character had an impact, no matter how small. The more I read, the more surprised I was at how inspiring it turned out to be.
It made me want to have a daughter one day just so I could hand her this book and tell her: "You can be as loud as you want, and no one can stop you from chasing your goals if you’ve made up your mind." Actually...scratch that. Kids or no kids, I want everyone to read this. It’s that good, and so easy to get into.
I recommend it. Totally worth the read. And coming from someone who’s been stuck in a massive reading slump this year, the fact that I finished it in a week? That’s a win in itself. This book reminded me why I love reading in the first place.
May 15, 2019
Effie is new at her school and after a situation over lunch with a popular guy called Aaron, she decides to campaign for change and equality as it's a huge passion of hers.
Running for President at school not only leads her to friends but also gives her something to strive for as a goal and she works hard to win people over after finding out Aaron had been really only funding his football club with the money for all the clubs in school!
As she sets out to change the school we see Effie grow fiercer in her attitude to dealing with the boys and getting voted she also becomes part of a group of friends and finds herself fitting in which was great to read. I really hope this book inspires students to get involved in their school and clubs.
Running for President at school not only leads her to friends but also gives her something to strive for as a goal and she works hard to win people over after finding out Aaron had been really only funding his football club with the money for all the clubs in school!
As she sets out to change the school we see Effie grow fiercer in her attitude to dealing with the boys and getting voted she also becomes part of a group of friends and finds herself fitting in which was great to read. I really hope this book inspires students to get involved in their school and clubs.
December 15, 2019
This book was funny and I loved the fact that Effie didn’t let being new or a girl get in her way. Effie is such an inspirational girl and I think she has lots of courage. My favourite person in the book is Zo. I felt really touched when she told Effie her story. Phew, I got everything in. That, my fellow readers, is why I gave this book
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️😄(emojis are so obsessive😝)
February 16, 2021
This was really good, I love the mix of Disney, awesome neighbours, fab little sisters, brilliant friend groups and feminist themes. Effie is very loud and passionate and her little sister is so damn adorable in a brilliantly stabby kind of way lol.
Overall this was a feel good read about friendships and fighting for what you believe in.
Overall this was a feel good read about friendships and fighting for what you believe in.
February 18, 2019
I loved this book so much. Effie is such an inspirational character in a book that champions equal rights, standing up for what you believe and having your own voice. I would definitely recommend and it will be a book I reread often!
July 1, 2019
This is a sweet little book about taking risks, standing up for what you believe in and with a healthy dose of feminism thrown in as well.
Effie is new at school, but horrified at the biased school council, and the inequality of its resource distribution (ie- all funds go to football programs), she decides to run a campaign.
She’s a bit precocious but it’s an easy read and one that might resonate with young girls who want to tackle the patriarchy.
Effie is new at school, but horrified at the biased school council, and the inequality of its resource distribution (ie- all funds go to football programs), she decides to run a campaign.
She’s a bit precocious but it’s an easy read and one that might resonate with young girls who want to tackle the patriarchy.
November 26, 2018
Vote For Effie is full of characters that I wish I could've hung out with in school.
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February 3, 2019
I loved Effie as a strong, female character, the life like positives and negatives of all the students in the book and the themes of resilience, courage and self-confidence.
November 22, 2019
A lovely story
March 15, 2020
Lovely, engaging, funny story with a lot of heart and wit. My 9 year old daughter loved it.
July 28, 2020
I think this is a very entertaining book, with lots of twists and turns but is still great! I would recommend if you like Girl Power or Funny books!
July 31, 2020
A empowering middle grade about speaking loud and proud.
May 29, 2021
#thisgirlcan
July 25, 2021
Such a great book to read. Also great if you want to add new words to your vocabulary😉.
August 2, 2021
It was average i think theirs another one but not sure if ill read it
January 1, 2022
considering i took like TWO YEARS to finish this book i’ve forgotten everything about it but has effie realized that she’s giving off lesbian energy..
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November 27, 2022This powerful book, shows us that we can change people's hearts no matter who we are.
January 12, 2024
A well-written children's book that explores a number of serious issues without getting bogged down. Effie is a likeable, if flawed, character who makes the book very readable.
August 6, 2024
Book 6 of 6 of my summer reading challenge
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