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'Enchanting in its depiction of the cusp of young disenchantment, this realistic novel will hit home with many thoughtful YAs.” – School Library Journal, starred reviewĢ010 William C. “LaCour’s writing style is laid-back, low key, and totally on point.” – VOYA, starred review 'LaCour skillfully draws connections between art and life as she delves into the heart of her characters.' – Publishers Weekly, starred review “Each roadtripper has his or her own artistic way of chronicling the individual journeys they are on together, and that introspection draws the reader into this intimate novel.” – NPR.org Hauntingly beautiful.' – Kirkus Reviews, starred review 'A rich tapestry that will make readers confident that they are in the hands of a master storyteller. 'Quietly compelling.well rendered, bittersweet and hopeful.' – Los Angeles Times 'This is about the inside and outside of characters, the past and future of their lives-and it is astonishing.' – Booklist, starred review YALSA Best Books for Young Adults (2013) Kirkus Best Teen Book of 2012 A Publishers Weekly Best Summer Book

'This sensitive, multifaceted novel creates an authentic portrayal of the ups and downs of life. An absorbing Hollywood read.' – Kirkus Reviews “But underneath the privilege surges real pain, longing, and feeling in a way that makes it easy to imagine this novel as a film.” St Joseph's University (Brooklyn Voices Series).

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