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After starting to publish a 'zine in which he writes his secret feelings about his lonely life and his parents' divorce, sixteen-year-old John meets an unusual girl and begins to develop a healthier personality.
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"VOYA"
About the Author:
Remembering that adolescence is a trying time filled with questions and feelings, "Hard Love" is an intriguing and absorbing novel.
"School Library Journal"
This is a smart addition to YA collections and a good recommendation to readers who may be feeling outside the norm.
"Kirkus Reviews"
(Wittlinger's) bittersweet portrait of an adolescent writer caught up in a quixotic first love will snare susceptible readers.
"Publishers Weekly"
The awkwardness of awakening sexuality, a growing preoccupation with identity, and crossing the line from friendship to more are all themes here with which teens will readily identify.
"Booklist"
Even minor characters on the edges of the story are wonderfully crafted and convincing. Teenagers should be prepared to laugh, wince, rage, weep, and heave at least one deep sigh when they read this meaningful story. Highly recommended for high school readers.
"VOYA"Remembering that adolescence is a trying time filled with questions and feelings, "Hard Love" is an intriguing and absorbing novel.
"School Library Journal"This is a smart addition to YA collections and a good recommendation to readers who may be feeling outside the norm.
"Kirkus Reviews"(Wittlinger's) bittersweet portrait of an adolescent writer caught up in a quixotic first love will snare susceptible readers.
"Publishers Weekly"The awkwardness of awakening sexuality, a growing preoccupation with identity, and crossing the line from friendship to more are all themes here with which teens will readily identify.
"Booklist"Even minor characters on the edges of the story are wonderfully crafted and convincing. Teenagers should be prepared to laugh, wince, rage, weep, and heave at least one deep sigh when they read this meaningful story. Highly recommended for high school readers.
A former Children's librarian, Ellen Wittlinger is the author of two
previous novels for young adults. She lives with her husband and two
children in Swampscott, Massachusetts.
previous novels for young adults. She lives with her husband and two
children in Swampscott, Massachusetts.
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- PublisherDemco Media
- Publication date2002
- ISBN 10 0606206892
- ISBN 13 9780606206891
- BindingLibrary Binding
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