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Highlights
- Perfect for fans of Lynn Painter and Jenny Han, this contemporary rom-com looks at what happens when the tomboy falls for the boy next door from acclaimed author Kasie West.
- 304 Pages
- Young Adult Fiction, Romance
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Book Synopsis
Perfect for fans of Lynn Painter and Jenny Han, this contemporary rom-com looks at what happens when the tomboy falls for the boy next door from acclaimed author Kasie West.
?Charlie Reynolds can win any game.
Raised by a single dad and three older brothers, she's used to outrunning, outscoring, and outwitting everyone in her life--including her longtime neighbor and honorary fourth brother, Braden--just to feel like one of the boys.
But she doesn't know the first thing about being a girl.
When she starts working at a boutique to pay off a speeding ticket, she finds herself in a strange world of makeup, lace, and BeDazzlers.
Boys seem to like the new, girly Charlie, but she's not so sure. At night, she starts talking to Braden through their shared fence. It's the only place she can be herself, whoever that is.
Then she starts falling for Braden. Hard. Charlie has always competed to win, but for the first time in her life, this isn't a game she can risk losing.
Review Quotes
Praise for THE DISTANCE BETWEEN US: "THE DISTANCE BETWEEN US shines! This book is rich with sparkling dialogue, clever wit and sweet romance." -- Daisy Whitney, author of THE MOCKINGBIRDS and WHEN YOU WERE HERE
"An antidote to dystopian and post-apocalyptic fiction, this Cinderella story is sweet and hopeful." -- Kirkus Reviews
The charming story is beautifully written, and the characters are well developed. West's novel is sweet and captivating. -- School Library Journal
Praise for PIVOT POINT "An expertly plotted, deliciously clever story." -- Kiersten White, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of PARANORMALCY
"PIVOT POINT is at once tense and romantic, challenging and engaging. It's a truly remarkable debut." -- Robison Wells, author of VARIANT
"West's premise is a winner, and Addie is the kind of heroine readers would want as a best friend--loyal, unpretentious, and thoughtful....What truly makes West's story memorable, however, is Addie's wry humor...and the book's fascinating exploration of how life can change with one simple choice." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"West's debut showcases riveting storytelling." -- Kirkus Reviews
"With superb storytelling, a masterful blend of paranormal and normal, a helping of wit and humor, and a mouthwatering romance, PIVOT POINT is one of the most delicious books I've read." -- Elana Johnson, author of POSSESSION
"West has created an intricately woven story of two possible futures. This debut novel...is a welcome change." -- School Library Journal