Description
A sharp, hilarious, and perfectly observed story of high school geeks falling in true love.
Sam Kinnison is a geek, and he’s totally fine with that. He has his horror movies, his nerdy friends, World of Warcraft—and until Princess Leia turns up in his bedroom, worry about girls he won’t.
Then Camilla Carter arrives on the scene. She’s beautiful, friendly and completely irrelevant to his plan. Sam is determined to ignore her, except that Camilla has a plan of her own—and he seems to be a part of it! Sam believes that everything he needs to know he can learn from the movies. But perhaps he’s been watching the wrong ones.
Author Melissa Keil will have readers falling in love with these relatable characters. Sam’s exceptional voice gives a hilarious and painfully accurate take on high school life.
Reviews
“This charming story is like a modern YA-lit version of a John Hughes movie–funny, sweet, gentle, awkward, and filled with an endearing cast of odd ducks. Although there is a little teenage drinking in this book (the drinking age in Australia is 16), this title is safe and satisfying in its depictions of friendship and first love. A great choice for those who wish to end their summers with a lighthearted romantic comedy.” ―Booklist
“There’s much to enjoy in the budding relationship between Camilla and Sam. As both kids struggle with issues on the homefront, they find a genuine ease and comfort with one another that make them an unlikely couple worth rooting for. Much like a John Hughes movie, this is a humorous, heartfelt and angst-y romance with the potential to break the gender barrier.” ―Kirkus Reviews
“There’s also more to the book than the will-they-or-won’t-they of Sam and Camilla. The supporting characters–Mike especially–are multifaceted and real. Snappy banter and fish-out-of-water situations combine with touching moments to create an entertaining and diverting read.” ―The Horn Book Magazine
Awards
Best Fiction for Young Adults ―Young Adult Library Services Association, 2014
Parents’ Choice Silver Honor Award ―Parents’ Choice Foundation, 2013
Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Reading List (Senior High) ―Kansas National Education Association, 2014
Rhode Island Teen Book Award (Nominee) ―School Librarians of Rhode Island, Rhode Island Library Association, 2015
More Details
AR Level: 4.8
Lexile: 740L
Themes: Film, Friendship, Music, Romance
BISAC 1: YAF052000 YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Romance / General
BISAC 2: YAF058110 YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Social Themes / Emotions & Feelings
BISAC 3: YAF058120 YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Social Themes / Friendship
