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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth (Book 5)

By Jeff Kinney
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In Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth, Greg Heffley navigates the challenges of adolescence with humour and relatable mishaps. As Greg faces growing up, he grapples with friendship dynamics, family events, and school pressures. This instalment highlights Greg's quest for independence, revealing the awkward yet entertaining experiences of tween life.
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth (Book 5)

Greg Heffley has always been in a hurry to grow up. But is getting older really all it's cracked up to be?Greg suddenly finds himself dealing with the pressures of boy-girl parties, increased responsibilities, and even the awkward changes that come with getting older - all without his best friend, Rowley, at his side.

Book 5 in the phenomenally successful Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney.

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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth (Book 5) by Jeff Kinney explores the challenges of growing up through the eyes of Greg Heffley, who has always been in a hurry to grow up. But is getting older really all it's cracked up to be?

Greg suddenly finds himself dealing with the pressures of boy-girl parties, increased responsibilities, and even the awkward changes that come with getting older—all without his best friend, Rowley, at his side.

Can Greg make it through on his own? Or will he have to face the 'ugly truth'?

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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth by Jeff Kinney has been well-received for its humour and relatable themes. Readers appreciate the candid portrayal of middle school challenges and the protagonist's comedic, yet realistic, journey through adolescence. The illustrations add to the charm, making it a favourite among fans of the series for its engaging and entertaining storytelling.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143304999

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 November 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 227g

Pages: 240

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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 a #1 New York Times bestselling author and a five-time Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award winner for Favourite Book. Jeff has been named one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World. He is also the creator of Poptropica, which was named one of Time magazine's 50 Best Websites. He spent his childhood in the Washington, D.C., area and moved to New England in 1995. Jeff lives with his wife and two sons in Massachusetts, where they own a bookstore, An Unlikely Story.

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