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Not Exactly a Love Story Audiobook
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“A fifteen-year-old creates an alter ego to woo his dream girl. Compulsively readable.” —The New York Times This quirky, flirty, and smart story will appeal to fans of Frank Portman’s King Dork, John Green’s An Abundance of Katherines, and Rainbow Rowell’s Eleanor and Park. It’s not exactly a love story . . . but it’s pretty close. It’s 1977. Fifteen-year-old Vinnie is recovering from the worst case of acne his dermatologist’s ever seen. His girl moved to California without saying good-bye. And the ink on his parents’ divorce papers is barely dry when his mom announces they’re moving from Queens to Long Island. The silver lining? Moving next door to Patsy, everyone’s dream girl. Not that she’d ever notice him. But when Vinnie calls Patsy one night, it leads to a chain of anonymous midnight conversations, and the two develop a surprisingly strong connection despite the lies it’s built on. But as Vinnie gets to know Patsy in real life, it’s clear that both identities can’t survive. . . .
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"This is a quick read for teen readers. Vinnie did not win my heart in the beginning but then he grew on me. His first obscene/anonymous phone call to his neighbor, Patsy, was not one I would want my son to make or my daughter to receive. However, it made me feel better knowing that Vinnie wasn't proud of himself either. This story is about being a teen and fearing what others are going to think about you while trying to deal with family issues, divorce, moving, new school, etc. Vinnie's voice is clear and his struggles are familiar to many teens. I think high school readers are going to enjoy reading this book."
— Maggie (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Compulsively readable.”
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“A story with superb comedic repartees and a twisty-turvy plot.”
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“Not exactly a perfect story. But it comes pretty close.”
— Kirkus Reviews
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" I almost didn't read this book because I have so many other things to read. I am so glad I made the time, great book - teen romance and angst from the boy's pov! "
— pati, 2/19/2014 -
" Super clean except for one f bomb. This is cute in kind of a "You've Got Mail" way. I loved reading it and there was enough different about this book that it didn't feel cliche. Very give out-able! "
— Christiana, 2/5/2014 -
" I liked the characters - even Vinnie, who is kind of a stalker. I picked up this book because I love the author's other books, and this one is set in the 1970's. However, it didn't really feel like the 70's, except for the lack of cell phones and caller ID. "
— Beth, 2/4/2014 -
" In a world before cell phones and caller ID, Vinnie moves to a new town and tries to ask out a girl by giving a call. Nervous, he ends up pranking her instead of asking her on a date. He keeps calling her to appologies and they become phone friends though she has no idea that it is the new kid Vinnie. Good book. "
— Allison, 2/4/2014 -
" I'm not sure what quite happened in the end, but overall, it was a great story. A guy befriends a girl by calling her every night at midnight. They meet at the dance, but she still doesn't learn who he is. "
— Rhiannon, 1/26/2014 -
" AHHH! So fun! And so refreshing to a) read from a male pov and b) read about intelligent, younger characters (15 year olds). Loved this book - especially the late night phone calls between Patsy and Vinnie. <3 "
— Magan, 1/22/2014 -
" Loved it! Fun to read. Enjoyable. Written from the male point of view. It will be recommended. "
— Jeanne, 1/19/2014 -
" I liked that it was set in the 70's. Fun to remember what teenage life was like then. "
— Suey, 1/9/2014 -
" I smiled the entire time though this book. It was a fun, easy read. "
— Kelly, 1/8/2014 -
" Cute romance from boy's POV set in 1977. "
— Mindy, 1/4/2014 -
" Ok, but Tales from the Madman Underground by Barnes much better book about the seventies. "
— Susan, 12/21/2013 -
" What happens when a teenage boy finds himself in possession of the unlisted number of the beautiful girl next door? Of course he calls her, but the way he calls and the eventual results will have the reader waiting for the next development. "
— Sue, 10/16/2013 -
" Quick, light, and funny. The perfect novel to read in between more serious fare (I read it after reading a book about Constantine the Emperor...just what I needed to loosen up.) "
— Ashley, 7/25/2013 -
" I thought this was a very sweet, lighthearted take on a teen romance. The narrator made me chuckle a few times and he perfectly voiced an insecure 16-year-old boy just trying to find his way through some rough times and those horrible high school years! "
— Heather, 4/18/2013
About Audrey Couloumbis
Audrey Couloumbis is the author of several highly acclaimed books for young readers, including the Newbery Honor winner, Getting Near to Baby.
About Maxwell Glick
Maxwell Glick is an actor based in Los Angeles. He has appeared on television in guest roles in numerous shows such as The Office and Castle. He also has voiced numerous commercials, audiobooks, and cartoons. Originally a regional theater actor, Glick has played Arpad in She Loves Me, Matt in The Fantasticks, and Eugene in Brighton Beach Memoirs. A New York native, he is a graduate of Boston College.