The Boy You Always Wanted

Name: The Boy You Always Wanted
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SKU: 9781474989749
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By Michelle Quach

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The Boy You Always Wanted by Michelle Quach is a young adult novel that delves into the complexities of identity and fitting in. The story follows a teenage girl navigating high school challenges while dealing with her feelings of longing and the societal expectations around her. As she forms an unexpected connection, she must confront her own perceptions and desires, leading to self-discovery and growth.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in a heartfelt young adult story that explores themes of identity, cultural expectations, and the complexities of family and friendship. It offers a compelling narrative with relatable characters, perfect for readers who appreciate insightful and poignant coming-of-age tales.

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Love blossoms in the unlikeliest of places when Francine persuades her secret crush, Ollie, to befriend her ageing grandfather.

“Totally in love with this novel.” – Loan Le, author of A Pho Love Story

A girl, a boy, a grandfather, and a plan. The girl: Francine. Model teenager, dutiful granddaughter, absolutely no chill.

The grandfather: Francine's beloved a gung. He has one final wish, a male heir to carry on the family traditions. It's an outdated idea, but Francine loves him, and she has a plan to bring him the boy he always wanted.

The boy: Ollie. Family friend, former crush, no idea how Francine has convinced him to get mixed up in her off-the-wall, and totally sexist, honorary grandson plan.

The plan: might work. But as Ollie and Francine's worlds collide, their secrets get tangled, and so do their feelings. Sometimes what you really want isn't at all what you expected.

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?

The Boy You Always Wanted by Michelle Quach has received praise for its flowing prose filled with love and kindness, with a focus on the characters' journey of self-acceptance. The book is noted for its balance of humour and emotional depth, touching on family, tradition, and the nuances of love. Reviewers have appreciated the chemistry between the lead characters, Ollie and Francine, noting the slow-burn romance as particularly engaging. Overall, it is seen as a fast-paced and enjoyable read.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781474989749

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 309g

Pages: 368

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Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Michelle Quach Young Adult

About the Author

Michelle Quach is a graphic designer and writer living in Los Angeles. She's Chinese Vietnamese American and a graduate of Harvard University, where she studied history and literature. She loves rom-coms, characters who don't always do the right thing, and any dog that kind of looks like her dog. Not Here To Be Liked is her first novel.

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