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On sale:
January 2009
Price:
$17.99
Format:
Hardcover
Size:
5.5 x 8.25 in
Pages:
384 pp
Ages:
14
Grades:
9-12
ISBN-13: 9780802798237
ISBN-10: 0802798233
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Perfect Chemistry
By Simone Elkeles
Book Description
A fresh, urban twist on the classic tale of star-crossed lovers
When Brittany Ellis walks into chemistry class on the first day of senior year, she has no clue that her carefully created "perfect" life is about to unravel before her eyes. She's forced to be lab partners with Alex Fuentes, a gang member from the other side of town, and he is about to threaten everything she's worked so hard for-her flawless reputation, her relationship with her boyfriend, and the secret that her home life is anything but perfect. Alex is a bad boy and he knows it. So when he makes a bet with his friends to lure Brittany into his life, he thinks nothing of it. But soon Alex realizes Brittany is a real person with real problems, and suddenly the bet he made in arrogance turns into something much more. In a passionate story about looking beneath the surface, Simone Elkeles breaks through the stereotypes and barriers that threaten to keep Brittany and Alex apart.
“Elkeles sure hits her stride in this story of star-crossed lovers” – Romantic Times
“Elkeles pens plenty of tasteful, hot scenes that keep the pages turning…the author definitely knows how to write romance.” –Kirkus Reviews
“Smoldering doesn’t quite do justice to the romantic banter that sparks. This is a solid romance that’s suitable for reluctant readers.”—School Library Journal
“Do I need to mention that teens with a taste for romance will eat this up like ice cream on a hot day?”—BCCB
“There isn’t any teen girl that I can think of that wouldn’t love this story.” – readspace .com
“Three chapters in and I could NOT put this book down. To say the two main characters had sparks is putting it mildly. I found myself re-reading the same page over and over – it was THAT good. I haven’t done that since the Twilight series.” – Chasing Heroes (online)
“All teenagers should read this book and explore truths about first impressions, first love, first loss, and first everything else. Throughout Perfect Chemistry, it’s easy to see a bit of screwed-up Fairfield in every town, a bit of screwed-up Alex or Brittany in every one, and a bit of the good sides of both of these everywhere in this story that annihilates all stereotypes and exceeds all expectations.” – Reading Rocks (online)
“It is the perfect beach read and definitely one to add to your summer reading list.” – Lost Between the Pages (online)
“The most amazing Teen-romance book I’ve ever read.” – J is looking for J (online)
“Some parts of this book actually made me forget I was reading. I became so wrapped up in their lives. If you enjoy YA and especially if you love a YA love story, this is an amazing tale.” – J. Kaye’s Book Blog (online)
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