Emergency Contact

In a novel by Mary H.K. Choi, young love is portrayed in all its awkwardness, perfect for fans of Eleanor & Park and To All the Boys I've Loved Before. Sam and Penny cross paths, sharing their deepest anxieties and secret dreams without the humiliating weirdness of having to see each other.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 18 April 2019
Publisher: Simon & Schuster

From the debut author Mary H.K. Choi comes a novel that is impossible to put down, showcasing young love in all its awkward glory. This book is perfect for fans of Eleanor & Park and To All the Boys I've Loved Before.

Penny Lee's high school experience was uneventful, with her friends being okay, her grades being fine, and her boyfriend being a total mystery. Now, she is heading to college in Austin, Texas, to learn how to become a writer. It is a seventy-nine-mile journey and a zillion light years away from everything she wants to leave behind.

Sam is stuck in his life, literally, figuratively, emotionally, and financially. He works at a café and sleeps there too, on a mattress on the floor of an empty storage room upstairs. He knows that this is the god-awful chapter of his life that will serve as inspiration for his future as a famous movie director, but right now, the seventeen bucks in his checking account and his dying laptop are testing him.

When Sam and Penny cross paths, it is less of a meet-cute and more of a collision of unbearable awkwardness. However, they exchange numbers and stay in touch, sharing their deepest anxieties and secret dreams without the embarrassment of having to see each other.

As they continue to communicate digitally, they become inseparable, sharing their lives and experiences in ways that they never thought possible. They laugh together, cry together, and support each other through the ups and downs of life.

But as their relationship grows deeper, they begin to face the challenges of being in a long-distance relationship. They miss each other's presence, and the distance can be emotionally taxing. They must navigate the complexities of communication and trust, while also dealing with their own personal struggles and insecurities.

Despite the challenges, Sam and Penny remain committed to their relationship. They make plans to meet in person and try to make the most of their time apart. They send care packages to each other, filled with little surprises and tokens of their love.

Through their journey, Sam and Penny learn important lessons about love, friendship, and self-discovery. They discover that true love can exist even in the face of adversity, and that sometimes the most unlikely people can become the most important in our lives.

In the end, Sam and Penny's love story is a testament to the power of connection and the resilience of the human spirit. They prove that even in the most difficult circumstances, love can flourish and bring joy and happiness to our lives.

This book is a must-read for anyone who loves young love, coming-of-age stories, and heartfelt narratives. It will leave you feeling inspired, uplifted, and hopeful for the future. So, grab a copy and prepare to be swept away by the magic of Sam and Penny's story.

Weight: 344g
Dimension: 142 x 210 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781534408975
Edition number: Reprint ed.