Bookish Boyfriends

Merrilee Campbell, fifteen, believes that boys are better in books than in real life. She, her best friend Eliza, and her younger sister Rory transfer to Reginald R. Hero Prep, where all the boys look like they've stepped off the pages of a romance novel. Merri is drawn to Monroe Stratford, who scales her trellis in an effort to make her his, but she soon realizes that only she is in charge of her story.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 01 May 2018
Publisher: Abrams

Boys, oh boys! They truly shine in the realm of books, at least according to Merrilee Campbell, a fifteen-year-old girl with a captivating perspective. She believes that real-life chivalry has taken a backseat, and nothing can surpass the allure of a guy wooing her like the heroes in classic stories. And so, with a twinkle in her eye, Merrilee, along with her best friend Eliza and her younger sister Rory, embarks on a new adventure at Reginald R. Hero Prep. This prestigious school is a haven for boys who resemble the characters from romance novels, with their striking features and captivating personalities. Merri can hardly take a step across the quad without encountering someone who reminds her of Romeo, or perhaps even a dashing hero like Hamlet. As she navigates her way through the literature curriculum, guided by an enigmatic teacher, Merri's tale unfolds in ways she could never have imagined. Little did she know that her journey would lead her to discover a truth universally acknowledged: that first impressions can be deceiving. Merri soon realizes that she holds the key to her own story, and she is determined to write it with her own unique voice. With each passing day, Merri grows more confident, and her interactions with the boys at Hero Prep become more complex. She learns to see beyond their superficial appearances and discovers the depth and complexity of their characters. And as she delves deeper into the world of literature, Merri begins to understand that true love transcends boundaries and that sometimes, the most unlikely heroes can emerge victorious. In the end, Merrilee's tale is a testament to the power of self-discovery, the importance of embracing one's uniqueness, and the undeniable allure of books. She has learned that boys, like the heroes in her favorite stories, can be both captivating and inspiring, and that true love knows no bounds.

Weight: 394g
Dimension: 142 x 209 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781419728600