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May 03, 2016 | ISBN 9780553536539 | Young Adult Buy
Jun 09, 2015 | ISBN 9780553536515 | Young Adult Buy
Jun 09, 2015 | ISBN 9780553536522 | Young Adult Buy
Jun 09, 2015 | 397 Minutes | Young Adult Buy
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May 03, 2016 | ISBN 9780553536539 | Young Adult
Jun 09, 2015 | ISBN 9780553536515 | Young Adult
Jun 09, 2015 | ISBN 9780553536522 | Young Adult
Jun 09, 2015 | ISBN 9781101925331 | Young Adult
397 Minutes
A ZOELLA Book Club Pick!
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Shopaholic series comes a terrific blend of comedy, romance, and psychological recovery in a contemporary YA novel sure to inspire and entertain.Audrey wears dark glasses all the time, even in the house. She almost never goes out, doesn’t talk to new people, and finds making eye contact to be nearly impossible. But then one day she meets Linus. Linus is her brother’s friend and a sensitive spirit with whom she can talk through her fears. He makes her laugh and doesn’t leave her feeling like she’s being judged. As their friendship deepens, Audrey’s recovery gains momentum, and she and Linus begin to develop feelings for each other. But how can they have a future together when Audrey hasn’t dealt with her past? And how could anyone ever love her once they’ve seen her at her worst? “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 “Kinsella’s knack for humor and sensitivity shine.” Publishers Weekly
A New York Times Bestseller & A ZOELLA Book Club Pick!From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Shopaholic series comes a terrific blend of comedy, romance, and psychological recovery in a contemporary YA novel sure to inspire and entertain. An anxiety disorder disrupts fourteen-year-old Audrey’s daily life. She has been making slow but steady progress with Dr. Sarah, but when Audrey meets Linus, her brother’s gaming teammate, she is energized. She connects with him. Audrey can talk through her fears with Linus in a way she’s never been able to do with anyone before. As their friendship deepens and her recovery gains momentum, a sweet romantic connection develops, one that helps not just Audrey but also her entire family.
Sophie Kinsella is the author of the bestselling Shopaholic series as well as the novels Can You Keep a Secret?, The Undomestic Goddess, Remember Me?, Twenties Girl, I’ve Got Your Number, Wedding Night, My Not So Perfect Life, and, most… More about Sophie Kinsella
PRAISE FOR FINDING AUDREY:“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 “Kinsella’s knack for humor and sensitivity shine.“—Publishers Weekly“It’s fun, it’s quick, it’s cute, but it also focuses on deeper topics with maturity and responsibility.”—The Guardian (UK)“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.”—School Library JournalA New York Times BestsellerA ZOELLA Book Club PickPRAISE fOR SOPHIE KINSELLA: “A Sophie Kinsella novel is like a box of Valentine’s Day chocolates.” —USA Today “Kinsella has a genuine gift for comic writing.”—The Boston Globe
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