Why We Took the Car

Name: Why We Took the Car
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781922070791
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By Wolfgang Herrndorf

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Why We Took the Car by Wolfgang Herrndorf is a witty and poignant coming-of-age story following two teenage misfits, Mike and Tschick, during their adventurous summer road trip across Germany. The duo, tired of their mundane lives, impulsively steal a car and set off on an unpredictable journey where they forge meaningful connections and discover more about themselves and the world around them. Filled with humour and heart, the book explores themes of friendship, self-discovery, and the thrill of breaking away from societal norms.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate tales of adolescent adventure and self-discovery, as it weaves a humorous and heartfelt story about two teenagers embarking on an impulsive road trip. This engaging young adult novel combines wit, poignant moments, and the universal quest for freedom and identity, making it a compelling read for those who cherish stories of friendship and unexpected journeys.

Why We Took the Car

Mike Klingenberg is a troubled fourteen-year-old from a disfunctional family in Berlin who thinks of himself as boring, so when a Russian juvenile delinquent called Tschick begins to pay attention to him and include Mike in his criminal activities, he is excited--until those activities lead to disaster on the autobahn.

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Mike Klingenberg isn't exactly one of the cool kids at his school. For one, he doesn't have many friends. (Okay, zero friends.) And everyone laughs when he has to read his essays out loud in class. He's never, ever invited to parties—especially not the party of the year, thrown by the gorgeous Tatiana.

Andre Tschichatschow, aka Tschick (not even the teachers can pronounce his name), is new in school and unpopular as well, but in a completely different way. He always looks like he's just been in a fight, he sleeps through nearly every class, and his clothes are tragic.

But one day, out of the blue, Tschick shows up at Mike's house. It turns out he wasn't invited to Tatiana's party either, and he's ready to do something about it. Forget the popular kids—together, Mike and Tschick are heading out on a road trip across Germany.

No parents, no map, no destination. Will they get hopelessly lost in the middle of nowhere? Probably. Will they make bad decisions, meet some crazy people, and get into trouble? Definitely. But will anyone ever call them boring again? Not a chance.

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Why We Took the Car by Wolfgang Herrndorf is often praised for its witty narrative and engaging storytelling style. Reviewers appreciate the authentic portrayal of teenager emotions and the unique perspectives it offers on friendship and self-discovery. The book is noted for balancing humour with deeper, more poignant moments, making it a compelling read for young adults exploring themes of adventure and identity.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922070791

Publisher: Scribe Publications

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 January 2014

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scribe Publications

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 134.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 273g

Pages: 256

Collections

Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Penguin Books Wolfgang Herrndorf Young Adult

About the Author

Wolfgang Herrndorf (1965-2013) was born in Hamburg, Germany and studied painting before turning to writing later in his career. He wrote several award-winning novels for adults, and WHY WE TOOK THE CAR is his first book to be published in the UK.