And By The Way . . . - Softcover

Deegan, Denise

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1444721194 ISBN 13: 9781444721195

Publisher: Hachette Books Ireland, 2011

Synopsis

At Strandbrook College, we are Kids Of. Kids of diplomats, media stars, musicians, artists, actors, oh, and wealthy people who aspire to all of that. I'm the kid of a rock star. Means nothing to me.

When Mum died, six months ago, I didn't just lose her, I lost my dad to work. The only thing he does now is annoy me. He hires people like 'The Stylist' who wears bullets in her belt and makes him look like a hobo. Seriously.

But 'The Rockstar' isn't the only person who drives me mad. There's David McFadden, a guy in my class who could have helped but didn't. Now, it's too late. I don't want his help. Because I'm not going to trust anyone, love anyone, rely on anyone. That way I'll never be hurt again.

If only I could solve the problem of Rachel, my best friend, who won't let me pull back just like that. Even David McFadden won't stay out of my face. But I'm not going to fall for his blue eyes, his windswept hair or the plaited leather on his wrist.

And when he says he wants to help, I'm sure as hell not going to listen....

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Review

'Deegan nails Alex's caustic teen voice and leaves the reader rooting for her heroine throughout...' IRISH INDEPENDENT
 
'This is a gem of a book; intriguing, deep and thoughtful. Alex is a feisty heroine, and her voice rings strong and true. Teenagers - and adults - will adore this book. It kept me up half the night.' IRISH EXAMINER.
 
'An engaging and emotional read that leaves you wanting more - bring on the second installment.' RTE GUIDE. 
 
'It was such a powerful, emotional, beautiful book, one I loved to pieces and gobbled up as fast as I possibly could. I just can't wait to read more by Deegan - it was just so freaking amazing!' THE BOOK ADDICTED GIRL.
 
'Let it be known, there is panty melting.' FOREVER YOUNG ADULT
 
'I was expecting romance, aw, and good writing. All those things are in there but this book is so much more... This book has everything you could possibly want in a contemporary title... And By The Way is amazing in the way it is so believable. Alex's actions make sense even when they are breaking your heart.' LUNA'S LITTLE LIBRARY
 
'We can't explain our fascination with the spawn of the rich and famous but it won't go away. AND BY THE WAY... is our latest addiction and it's the first title in the new BUTTERFLY NOVELS series....super compelling.' KISS MAGAZINE
 
'AND BY THE WAY... is a journey through grief, love and self-discovery. It'll break your heart and make you laugh - both at the same time. And by the way...you're going to love it.' DUBRAY BOOKS, Staff Recommended Reads. 
 
'I absolutely loved it. I was so engrossed in it that my family started pulling it out of my hands.' AUTHOR, KERIS STAINTON.
 
'This book was amazingly good.' BOOKFLAME
 
'And By The Way is an amazing, heartfelt book that's perfect for fans of YA contemporary! ... Denise Deegan sure knows how to pack in suspense to say the least! ... Deegan's writing was also fabulous! She truly captured Alex's voice to the point where I felt like I was reading a real teen's diary at times.... Thrilling, unique, and nearly flawless, And By The Way is a surprising new contemporary read that will have readers with one last demand at its finale: Where's the next one? Highly recommended. Grade: A' LAUREN'S CRAMMED BOOKSHELF
 
'You know that little percentage at the bottom of your e-reader that tells you how much of the book is left. Let's just say I was sweating this one out until the very last few percentages! I really don't know where this book has been hiding... I'm sad it's over as I feel like I could read about Alex forever.' BURIED IN BOOKS
 
'This is an absolute gem of a series.' I WANT TO READ THAT

Book Description

There's no such thing as forever

About this edition

• Publisher: Hachette Books Ireland
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 1444721194
• ISBN 13: 9781444721195
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 336