Nic Stone tells the story of Shebi and Andy. Shelbi is a senior at Windward Academy who has no friends and has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Andy is the son of a politician and has a drinking problem. At the beginning of their friendship, Shelbi has Andy sign a contract that includes the clause that he will not fall in love with her. Is their friendship in doom because of their issues or does it make them better people in the end?
This is a heartwarming story. I love their text messages to each other. I highly recommend this book.
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Fanboy is in his sophomore year. He is the first one out in Dodgeball every time in gym class and then he gets hit repeatedly in the shoulder by Mitchell Frampton. At home, his mother and stepfather are getting ready for their new alien - Cal's new brother or sister. His only friend, Cal, is turning into a jock and becoming popular. The only thing he has going for him is that he is writing a graphic novel until he meets Kyra - Goth Girl. His relationship with Goth Girl is a life-changer for him, but Goth Girl has secrets of her own. This was an enjoyable read. Both main characters have their flaws, but that's what makes the novel work. This is a good friendship? story. Mischa Abramavicius has spent her high school career doing whatever she can so she can get into an Ivy League school. She has received a scholarship to attend Blanchard Prep. She studied hard to keep her grades up and her SAT score high. She participated in as many clubs as she could manage. However, when the acceptance letters and emails are sent out, Mischa receives rejection letters one after another. Even her safety school, Paul Revere, said no! With the help of her best friend and the Ophelia Syndicate, a group of hackers, Mischa investigates why she was refused entry to all of the colleges she applied for. This was a unique mystery with elements of romance, humor, and realism. Mischa does go through a depression which makes sense. If the dreams you've worked so hard for were suddenly shattered, you too would suddenly question what's the point of doing well in school and participating in everything. I recommend this story to those who enjoy mysteries or a good story about high school. |
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