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“It’s fun, it’s quick, it’s cute, but it also focuses on deeper topics with maturity and responsibility.”
— Guardian (London)
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An outstanding tragicomedy that gently explores mental illness, the lasting effects of bullying, and the power of friends and loving family to help in the healing.
— Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review
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Kinsella's knack for humor and sensitivity shine.
— Publishers Weekly
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"It's fun, it's quick, it's cute, but it also focuses on deeper topics with maturity and responsibility.
— The Guardian (UK)
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With her trademark wit and sass, Kinsella's sensitivity broaches the complexities of young adult mental health. [Her] Shopaholic series has long been popular with teens, and her YA debut will likely be just as happening, maybe even among Kinsella's adult readers.
— Booklist"Sparkling dialogue, carefully developed characters, great parent-child interaction . . . all join to demonstrate the author's expertise in developing a compelling story.
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A ZOELLA Book Club Pick
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A Sophie Kinsella novel is like a box of Valentine’s Day chocolates.
— USA Today
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Kinsella has a genuine gift for comic writing.
— The Boston Globe
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“An outstanding tragicomedy that gently explores mental illness, the lasting effects of bullying, and the power of friends and loving family to help in the healing.”
— Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
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“A surefire winner…The expert and sympathetic depiction of the teen’s symptoms and emotions is the strongest part of the novel…Sparkling dialogue, carefully developed characters, great parent-child interaction, and a bit of rom-com all join to demonstrate the author’s expertise in developing a compelling story.”
— School Library Journal
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“With her trademark wit and sass, Kinsella’s sensitivity broaches the complexities of young adult mental health.”
— Booklist
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“Kinsella’s young adult debut is strong and sweet, with a beautiful balance of angst, humor, and family drama. Audrey’s struggles against her anxiety are palpable without feeling overdone, and readers will cheer as she begins to conquer her fears.”
— VOYA