The Perfect Guy |
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Author:
| Herrick, Ann |
ISBN: | 978-1-4841-1623-4 |
Publication Date: | May 2013 |
Publisher: | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $9.95 |
Book Description:
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International Reading Association/Children's Book Council "Children's Choice" WinnerAmerican Library Association "Recommended Book for Reluctant Readers"Can Rebecca turn her new stepbrother into her new love? When Rebecca's mother marries Pres's father, Rebecca is sure that living in the same house with the guy of her dreams will have its perks and it will be just a matter of time before Pres sees her as more than a kid sister. Even though her best friend, Celeste, warns her to face...
More DescriptionInternational Reading Association/Children's Book Council "Children's Choice" WinnerAmerican Library Association "Recommended Book for Reluctant Readers"Can Rebecca turn her new stepbrother into her new love? When Rebecca's mother marries Pres's father, Rebecca is sure that living in the same house with the guy of her dreams will have its perks and it will be just a matter of time before Pres sees her as more than a kid sister. Even though her best friend, Celeste, warns her to face reality, Rebecca doesn't listen. She thinks Pres is the perfect guy for her. But Celeste's brother, Josh, has been friends with Pres for years, and Celeste thinks she knows what she's talking about. Rebecca's not so sure about her relationship with her new stepfather. She knows he can't replace her real dad, but she thinks she can break through his cool surface by helping him with the school play. But things don't go as planned, and as friendships start to change, Rebecca faces surprising truths about herself and her friends. Will she find happiness in her new family and find The Perfect Guy? "...it is delightful to trace the twists and turns of the plot. ...The author maintains a fast pace and brings off natural-sounding dialogue; overall, this novel is good entertainment."--Publishers Weekly"YAs will enjoy this story" --KLIATT (Young Adult paperback book Guide)"Recommended" -- Booklist