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Hard Luck: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (BK8)

By Jeff Kinney
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Hard Luck: Diary of a Wimpy Kid is the eighth instalment in Jeff Kinney's acclaimed series that follows middle schooler Greg Heffley. In this book, Greg faces the challenge of navigating friendships after his best friend, Rowley, finds a girlfriend. To make decisions in his life, Greg decides to rely on the guidance of a Magic 8-Ball, leading to humorous and unpredictable outcomes.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of humorous stories and enjoy following the relatable misadventures of middle school life. It's particularly suited for readers who appreciate witty illustrations and the quirky antics of the series' main character as he navigates friendships, family dynamics, and the everyday challenges of growing up.

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Hard Luck: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (BK8)

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Greg Heffley's on a losing streak. His best friend, Rowley Jefferson, has ditched him, and finding new friends in middle school is proving to be a tough task.

To change his fortunes, Greg decides to take a leap of faith and turn his decisions over to chance. Will a roll of the dice turn things around, or is Greg's life destined to be just another hard-luck story?

Hard Luck: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (BK8) explores the ups and downs of Greg's attempts to navigate his middle school dilemmas, guided by fortune and fate.

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Hard Luck: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (BK8) by Jeff Kinney has garnered praise for its humour and relatability, appealing particularly to middle-grade readers. The illustrations and engaging writing style are highlighted as strengths, making it an enjoyable and quick read. Some reviews mention how it continues to capture the everyday challenges and awkward moments of adolescence with creative storylines that resonate well with its audience.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143308089

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 November 2013

Country: Australia

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 202g

Pages: 224

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Diary of a Wimpy Kid Jeff Kinney Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Jeff Kinney is an online game developer and designer, and a number 1 New York Times bestselling author. In 2009, Jeff was named one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World. He spent his childhood in the Washington, D.C., area and moved to New England in 1995. Jeff lives in southern Massachusetts with his wife and their two sons.

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