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While You Were Dreaming

By Alisha Rai
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While You Were Dreaming by Alisha Rai is a charming tale centred around Sonia, a young girl who becomes an unexpected hero after rescuing a man while dressed as a superhero. As Sonia grapples with newfound attention and personal challenges, including her family dynamics and high school drama, she navigates the complexities of identity and growing up. The story beautifully explores themes of courage and self-discovery, making it a delightful read for young audiences.
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Format: Hardback
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartwarming stories with relatable characters navigating the complexities of identity and family. Fans of coming-of-age tales with a touch of humour and romance will find it particularly engaging, as it blends realistic challenges with the hope and excitement of youthful dreams.

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A Phenomenal Book Club Pick!

It’s a classic story: girl meets boy, girl falls for boy, boy finally notices girl when he sees her in a homemade costume.

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In this debut contemporary YA romance by bestselling author Alisha Rai, a girl with undocumented family members goes viral after saving her crush’s life in disguise. A must-read for fans of Sandhya Menon and Nicola Yoon.

A Phenomenal Book Club Pick!

It’s a classic story: girl meets boy, girl falls for boy, boy finally notices girl when he sees her in a homemade costume. At least, that’s what Sonia Patil is hoping for when she plans to meet her crush at the local comic-con in cosplay.

But instead of winning her crush over, Sonia rescues him after he faints into a canal and, suddenly, everything changes. Since she was in disguise, no one knows who the masked do-gooder was... but everyone is trying to find out. Sonia can’t let that happen—her sister is undocumented, and the girls have been flying under the radar since their mother was deported back to Mumbai.

Sonia finds herself hiding from social media detectives and trying to connect with her crush and his family. But juggling crushes and a secret identity might just take superpowers. Can Sonia hide in plain sight forever?

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While You Were Dreaming by Alisha Rai receives praise for its blend of heartfelt personal growth and romance, capturing the essence of being true to oneself. Reviewers highlight the depth of Sonia's challenges and successes, appreciating the novel's exploration of body image, mental health, and the influences of toxic internet culture. The story is commended for its thoughtful engagement with U.S. immigration and healthcare issues, alongside its portrayal of authentic teen experiences and romantic ideals.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780063083967

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 April 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Quill Tree Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 490g

Pages: 432

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Alisha Rai Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Happiness & Mental Health Young Adult

About the Author

Alisha Rai pens award-winning sexy contemporary romances and is the first author to have an indie-published book appear on The Washington Post's annual Best Books list. She spends most of her time dreaming up sexy heroes and heroines, traveling, and tweeting. To find out more about her books or to sign up for her newsletter, visit www.alisharai.com.

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