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My Life with the Walter Boys

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My Life with the Walter Boys by Ali Novak follows the life of Jackie Howard, a meticulous New York City girl who moves to Colorado after a family tragedy. She finds herself living with the Walter family, consisting of 11 boisterous boys. As she navigates her new surroundings, Jackie learns about love, friendship, and the importance of taking risks.
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You might enjoy this book if you love heartwarming stories about navigating love and loss, adjusting to new family dynamics, and finding your place in a bustling household. This young adult novel offers a delightful mix of humour, romance, and relatable teenage experiences.

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My Life with the Walter Boys

Includes an excerpt from The heartbrakers: the first book in the Heartbreak chronicles by Ali Novak.

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When a tragic accident shatters Jackie Howard's meticulously planned life, she is uprooted from her posh New York City existence and sent to live with the Walters—a dynamic family that is the antithesis of her own. Faced with the overwhelming presence of twelve boys under one roof (well, technically eleven, but their tomboyish sister Parker might as well count as one), Jackie quickly realises that life on the Walters' horse ranch is nothing like the orderly, controlled world she once knew.

Jackie's drive for perfection—perfect grades, the perfect look, and acceptance into the perfect university—has always been about gaining the elusive attention and approval of her too-busy parents. When her parents die, her grief is compounded by her need to honour their memory through her unyielding pursuit of excellence. However, living with the loud, messy, and at times utterly infuriating Walter boys forces Jackie to reassess her definition of perfection.

The Walter boys are as diverse as they are numerous, each with their quirks, habits, and ways of testing Jackie's patience and heart. Despite their rough edges and penchant for chaos, the Walter boys also possess a charm that is hard for Jackie to resist. Among the older boys are those who could rival Greek gods in their looks, adding further complication to Jackie's already tumultuous life. The boys' teasing and scepticism about a "city girl" fitting into a ranch lifestyle challenges Jackie in unexpected ways.

As Jackie spends more time with the Walters, she begins to question whether her strict adherence to her old ideals is really what she needs to find happiness. Could it be that the very imperfections she’s always tried to avoid are the key to discovering love and joy?

Ali Novak's My Life with the Walter Boys is a funny, moving, and utterly engaging young adult romance that explores the complexities of grief, love, and finding oneself amidst life's chaos. Perfect for fans of Kasie West and Jenny Han, this novel started as an internet sensation on Wattpad and has since captured the hearts of readers worldwide, even inspiring a Netflix series.

This heartwarming tale is ideal for anyone seeking:

  • Wattpad love stories
  • Contemporary romance for teens
  • Binge-worthy YA novels
  • Relatable characters facing real-life challenges

My Life with the Walter Boys encourages readers to embrace life's imperfections and find love in unexpected places.

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My Life with the Walter Boys by Ali Novak is praised for its engaging storyline and relatable characters. Reviewers appreciate the mix of humour, romance, and drama, as well as the strong themes of family and personal growth. While some found the plot predictable, many enjoyed the charming dynamics between the protagonist and the Walter family.

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ISBN: 9781728205472

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 October 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Sourcebooks Fire

Audience: Teenage

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Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 368

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About the Author

Born and raised in Wisconsin, Ali Novak is the New York Times and internationally bestselling author of contemporary young adult novels. She started writing her debut book, My Life with the Walter Boys, when she was only fifteen. Since then, her work has received more than 150 million reads online. When she isn't writing, Novak enjoys traveling with her husband, Jared; binding fan fiction; and reading any type of fantasy novel she can get her hands on. You can follow her on Wattpad, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok @authoralinovak.

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