The Free Girl's Club

by Deb Richmond 8/26/2026

The Free Girls Club is not just a story about girl power; it's about girls facing physical, mental, and social struggles who discover strength, courage, and a sense of belonging in one another's company. Vivian Jewel writes with flair and style about high school students navigating difficult family dynamics, painful stereotypes, and physical disabilities. Her characters feel authentic and relatable, and their friendships are portrayed with warmth and honesty. The dialogue flows naturally, making the conversations believable, while the imagery is vivid enough to pull readers directly into each scene. Some moments are heartbreaking, others uplifting, but all of them feel genuine and emotionally grounded.

This book is especially appropriate for high school students and young adults who enjoy realistic fiction with emotional depth and meaningful themes. Because of the profanity and some mature situations, it may feel too edgy for younger readers or some middle school students, but older teens will likely connect strongly with the characters and their experiences. While the central characters are girls, the story is about hot cars and street racing, so I think guys will enjoy it, too.

I especially loved the ending. The final image in the story stayed with me long after I finished the book, and I could picture it so clearly. I would love to actually see that image brought to life someday. If it doesn't already exist somewhere, I sincerely hope an artist or filmmaker eventually creates it, because it deserves to be seen.