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Just Our Luck

By Julia Walton

By Julia Walton

By Julia Walton

By Julia Walton

By Julia Walton

By Julia Walton

By Julia Walton

By Julia Walton

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Dec 28, 2021 | ISBN 9780399550959 | Young Adult

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    About Just Our Luck

    From the author of Words on Bathroom Walls—now a major motion picture—comes a romance in the spirit of Dear Evan Hansen about overcoming anxiety—and about finding love and friendship in unlikely places.

    ★ “A masterpiece” —Kirkus, starred review

    “Bad luck follows lies.” That was the first rule for life that Leo’s Greek grandmother, Yia Yia, gave him before she died. But Leo’s anxiety just caused a fight at school, and though he didn’t lie, he wasn’t exactly honest about how it all went down . . . how he went down. Now Leo’s father thinks a self-defense class is exactly what his son needs to “man up.”

    “Leave the Paros family alone.” That was Yia Yia’s second rule for life. But who does Leo see sitting at the front desk of the local gym? Evey Paros, whose family supposedly cursed Leo’s with bad luck. Seeing that Leo is desperate to enroll in anything but self-defense class, Evey cuts him a deal: she’ll secretly enroll him in hot yoga instead—for a price. But what could the brilliant, ruthless, forbidden Evey Paros want from Leo?

    Sharp, honest, and compulsively readable, Just Our Luck is as funny as it is heartwarming.

    “A feel-good story, with shades of Holes and The Karate Kid” —Bulletin

    About Just Our Luck

    From the author of Words on Bathroom Walls—now a major motion picture—comes a romance in the spirit of Dear Evan Hansen about overcoming anxiety—and about finding love and friendship in unlikely places.

    ★ “A masterpiece” —Kirkus, starred review

    “Bad luck follows lies.” That was the first rule for life that Leo’s Greek grandmother, Yia Yia, gave him before she died. But Leo’s anxiety just caused a fight at school, and though he didn’t lie, he wasn’t exactly honest about how it all went down . . . how he went down. Now Leo’s father thinks a self-defense class is exactly what his son needs to “man up.”

    “Leave the Paros family alone.” That was Yia Yia’s second rule for life. But who does Leo see sitting at the front desk of the local gym? Evey Paros, whose family supposedly cursed Leo’s with bad luck. Seeing that Leo is desperate to enroll in anything but self-defense class, Evey cuts him a deal: she’ll secretly enroll him in hot yoga instead—for a price. But what could the brilliant, ruthless, forbidden Evey Paros want from Leo?

    Sharp, honest, and compulsively readable, Just Our Luck is as funny as it is heartwarming.

    “A feel-good story, with shades of Holes and The Karate Kid” —Bulletin

    About Just Our Luck

    From the author of Words on Bathroom Walls—now a major motion picture—comes a romance in the spirit of Dear Evan Hansen about overcoming anxiety—and about finding love and friendship in unlikely places.

    ★ “A masterpiece” —Kirkus, starred review

    “Bad luck follows lies.” That was the first rule for life that Leo’s Greek grandmother, Yia Yia, gave him before she died. But Leo’s anxiety just caused a fight at school, and though he didn’t lie, he wasn’t exactly honest about how it all went down . . . how he went down. Now Leo’s father thinks a self-defense class is exactly what his son needs to “man up.”

    “Leave the Paros family alone.” That was Yia Yia’s second rule for life. But who does Leo see sitting at the front desk of the local gym? Evey Paros, whose family supposedly cursed Leo’s with bad luck. Seeing that Leo is desperate to enroll in anything but self-defense class, Evey cuts him a deal: she’ll secretly enroll him in hot yoga instead—for a price. But what could the brilliant, ruthless, forbidden Evey Paros want from Leo?

    Sharp, honest, and compulsively readable, Just Our Luck is as funny as it is heartwarming.

    “A feel-good story, with shades of Holes and The Karate Kid” —Bulletin

    About Just Our Luck

    From the author of Words on Bathroom Walls—now a major motion picture—comes a romance in the spirit of Dear Evan Hansen about overcoming anxiety—and about finding love and friendship in unlikely places.

    ★ “A masterpiece” —Kirkus, starred review

    “Bad luck follows lies.” That was the first rule for life that Leo’s Greek grandmother, Yia Yia, gave him before she died. But Leo’s anxiety just caused a fight at school, and though he didn’t lie, he wasn’t exactly honest about how it all went down . . . how he went down. Now Leo’s father thinks a self-defense class is exactly what his son needs to “man up.”

    “Leave the Paros family alone.” That was Yia Yia’s second rule for life. But who does Leo see sitting at the front desk of the local gym? Evey Paros, whose family supposedly cursed Leo’s with bad luck. Seeing that Leo is desperate to enroll in anything but self-defense class, Evey cuts him a deal: she’ll secretly enroll him in hot yoga instead—for a price. But what could the brilliant, ruthless, forbidden Evey Paros want from Leo?

    Sharp, honest, and compulsively readable, Just Our Luck is as funny as it is heartwarming.

    “A feel-good story, with shades of Holes and The Karate Kid” —Bulletin

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    About Julia Walton

    JULIA WALTON is the author of the award-winning Words on Bathroom Walls and Just Our Luck. She received an MFA in creative writing from Chapman University and BA in History from UC Irvine. Julia lives with her husband and children in… More about Julia Walton

    About Julia Walton

    JULIA WALTON is the author of the award-winning Words on Bathroom Walls and Just Our Luck. She received an MFA in creative writing from Chapman University and BA in History from UC Irvine. Julia lives with her husband and children in… More about Julia Walton

    About Julia Walton

    JULIA WALTON is the author of the award-winning Words on Bathroom Walls and Just Our Luck. She received an MFA in creative writing from Chapman University and BA in History from UC Irvine. Julia lives with her husband and children in… More about Julia Walton

    About Julia Walton

    JULIA WALTON is the author of the award-winning Words on Bathroom Walls and Just Our Luck. She received an MFA in creative writing from Chapman University and BA in History from UC Irvine. Julia lives with her husband and children in… More about Julia Walton

    Product Details

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Children’s Middle Grade Books | Teen & Young Adult Social Issues

    Paperback | $9.99
    Published by Ember
    Dec 28, 2021 | 288 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | Young Adult | ISBN 9780399550959

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Children’s Middle Grade Books | Teen & Young Adult Social Issues

    Hardcover | $17.99
    Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
    Dec 29, 2020 | 272 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | Young Adult | ISBN 9780399550928

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Children’s Middle Grade Books | Teen & Young Adult Social Issues

    Hardcover | $20.99
    Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
    Dec 29, 2020 | 272 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | Young Adult | ISBN 9780399550935

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Children’s Middle Grade Books | Teen & Young Adult Social Issues

    Ebook | $7.99
    Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
    Dec 29, 2020 | 272 Pages | Young Adult | ISBN 9780399550942
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    Praise

    “A feel-good story, with shades of Holes and The Karate Kid, useful for readers who appreciate tales of an awkward outsider-turned-hero with acknowledged weaknesses and unexpected strengths.” —Bulletin

    “Walton’s personal story focuses on the internal life of Leo, whose voice and character prove to be completely endearing. . . . [A] character-driven exploration of mental health through friendship, family, and art.” —Booklist

    “A heartwarming story about masculinity and finding yourself.” —Bitch Media 

    “Leo is a relatable character. . . . Readers will root for Leo as he finds his place in the world.” —School Library Journal

    Awards

    Texas TAYSHAS High School Reading List AWARD 2022

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