Solitaire

Name: Solitaire
Brand: HarperCollins New Zealand
SKU: 9780007559220
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Tiktok Made Me Buy it! the Teen Bestseller from the Ya Prize Winning Author and Creator of Netflix Series Heartstopper

By Alice Oseman

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Solitaire by Alice Oseman is a young adult novel that follows the life of Tori Spring, a cynical teenager dealing with the pressures of school and social expectations. Her world is turned upside down when she gets involved with a mysterious group called Solitaire that disrupts her school with elaborate pranks. Alongside new friendships, Tori navigates her inner struggles and uncovers surprising connections.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book may appeal to you if you enjoy insightful stories about teenage life, deep explorations of personal struggles, and the complexity of friendships. It offers a unique, introspective perspective that combines humour and heartache, perfect for fans of thoughtful, character-driven young adult fiction.

In case you're wondering, this is not a love story. "The Catcher in the Rye for the digital age" The Times

TikTok made me buy it! The teen bestseller from the YA Prize winning author and creator of Netflix series HEARTSTOPPER

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Solitaire by Alice Oseman is a gripping and introspective novel that delves into the mind of sixteen-year-old Tori Spring. Tori is a cynical teenager who prefers solitude and the comfort of blogging over social interactions. Everything changes when a mysterious group called Solitaire begins to orchestrate pranks around her school, and Michael Holden, an eccentric new student, enters her life. Through Michael's unrelenting attempts to connect with her, Tori is forced to confront her own feelings of alienation and apathy.

This engrossing debut novel not only explores Tori's internal struggles but also touches on themes of friendship, mental health, and the pressure of academic expectations. As she tries to uncover Solitaire's motives, Tori grapples with her diminishing belief in happiness and must decide whether to remain detached or to take a leap of faith in those around her.

A CHILDREN’S TOP 10 BESTSELLER (TCM)

The debut novel from Alice Oseman, author of the 2021 YA Book Prize-winning Loveless. Solitaire features the characters that inspired the beloved series Heartstopper – now a major Netflix series.

“The Catcher in the Rye for the digital age” – The Times

“My name is Tori Spring. I like to sleep and I like to blog. Last year – before all that stuff with Charlie and before I had to face the harsh realities of A-Levels and university applications and the fact that one day I really will have to start talking to people – I had friends. Things were very different, I guess, but that’s all over now.”

Now there’s Solitaire. And Michael Holden.

I don’t know what Solitaire are trying to do, and I don’t care about Michael Holden. I really don’t.

This incredible debut novel by outstanding young author Alice Oseman is perfect for fans of John Green, Rainbow Rowell, and all unflinchingly honest writers. Solitaire is a raw and compelling exploration of the teenage experience in the digital age, capturing the loneliness and confusion that often accompanies it.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Solitaire by Alice Oseman is praised as "The Catcher in the Rye for the digital age" by The Times and is recognised for its honest depiction of teenage life by The Bookseller. The Sunday Times highlights its authentic teenage voice, and a Goodreads review notes its wit, cynicism, and humour, making it both relatable and original.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007559220

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 July 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Harper Fire

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 350g

Pages: 400

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About the Author

Alice Oseman was born in 1994 in Kent, England. She completed a degree in English at Durham University in 2016 and is currently a full-time writer and illustrator. Alice can usually be found staring aimlessly at computer screens, questioning the meaninglessness of existence, or doing anything and everything to avoid getting an office job. Alice's first book, SOLITAIRE, was published when she was nineteen.

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