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Book SynopsisAs Lexi, Charlie, and their neighbor Zack hit the road, Lexi recalls bits and pieces of her short-lived romance and sees, for the first time, what it really was: a one-sided, cold-hearted manipulation game.
Trade Review“A heartbreaking, raw, and ultimately hopeful road trip of discovery.” — Maria Padian, author of Wrecked and Out of Nowhere “Lexi’s wit, fuled by simmering rage, keeps her ruminations trenchant even when she finally breaks; leaving no doubt she will emerge wise and stronger for her experience.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred) “Challenges male and female double standards by questioning them without pedantry or superiority. A well-balanced delivery of heavy topics tempered with wry humor.” — Kirkus Reviews “Blakemore tackles issues like rape and mental illness while accurately capturing the language, angst, and melodrama that is being a modern teenager. An achingly accurate, well-rounded contemporary read.” — School Library Journal “The darkly comic voice powers this road trip adventure and navigates its serious underpinnings.” — Publishers Weekly “With life lessons, capers, and heartfelt conversations abounding, this is a satisfying, mature, complex read.” — ALA Booklist “Depth that will ring true for its teen audience.” — Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)
