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McCurdy's Provocative Debut Falls Short of Nuance
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McCurdy's Provocative Debut Falls Short of Nuance

A critical take on Jennette McCurdy's Half His Age argues the novel leans on shock via a 17-year-old student’s affair with her 40-year-old teacher, without enough nuance to transcend provocation; McCurdy’s strength shows in depictions of female rage and mother/daughter dynamics, but the book ultimately stalls after its provocative sex scenes, offering limited depth beyond the sensational setup.