Rape Girl was a very realistic, powerful story about the aftermath of rape. I read it in one sitting. Though that might be because it was short, but I have a feeling it is also because it was a terrific read. 
 The book is told in alternating chapters, "Before" and "After". 
 I feel like the story wasn't complete. It was only 126 pages, and I felt like some parts of the books were just too rushed. We didn't get too see much of Valerie and Wesley's friendship, which is a shame because Wes was one of my favourite characters. 
 This book was so sad. As Valerie went through emotions like sadness, anger, confusion, guilt, shame, and disgust, I, as the reader, went through them with her. I really connected with her and wished I could just jump in the book and be there for her, seeing as she has almost no one else who believes her or is at least respectful towards her. It disgusts me how the people at her school reacted to everything. No one believed her, not even her best friend. I can't imagine how horrible that must be, to feel so completely alone in the world. Everyone at school sides with her rapist and bully her because they think she's lying. Valerie was a very strong and brave character despite what happened to her, and I really liked that about her. 
 I guess you're supposed to dislike Adam for what he did to Valerie, and I did. Very much. Especially when they talks about it afterwards. I swear, if I were here, I would've punched him in the face. Hard. 
 The writing was very good. It was simple and quick to read, and really made you understand why Valerie felt the way she did and blamed herself. You can tell that the author knows what she's writing about, because she's a rape victim herself. The rape scene is not graphic at all, you don't actually get to read much about it, but it's still a very disturbing novel. 
 I think everyone should read this book. It's only 126 pages--it will take you a day (or two if you are a slow reader). It's eye-opening for those of us who have not been raped, and relatable and hopefully inspiring to people who have been raped. Repeat after me: No means no.