The book centers around Stewart, 13 year old boy & Ashley, 14 year old girl. Both of whom have just entered High School. Stewart's dad is dating Ashley's mom. Stewart is a nerd - he is into Risk, Stratego, and has a cat named Schrõdinger. Ashley is the popular girl in school and is worried about climbing the social ladder.
Their two worlds collide when Stewart and his dad move in with Ashley and her mom. Stewart's dad is a widow - his wife died of cancer. Ashley's mom is a divorcee - her dad is gay.
Overall, this is a great set up for a story. It has your typical stuff that teenage girls go thru, as well as, what someone of the nerdy side would go thru. It also has some deeper themes to it. The guy Ashley has a major crush on is homophobic and tempts her to have sex with him; and Stewart is still dealing with the loss of his mother and trying to fit in at school.
The whole time I was reading this, all I could think of was if Brian & Claire's family combined (The Breakfast Club). (Throwing my age out there, but it is my second favorite movie)!
It was an enjoyable read and I would recommend it. I gave it 3 out of 5 stars. I did have some trouble with Ashley being portrayed as really dumb (she could never say the cats name right). I realize that she is only 14 - but I would hope not every popular girl is that dumb.
Have a fantastic day everyone! See you with the next review!
**Emily**
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