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Becky Albertalli

Kate in Waiting

Kate in Waiting

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Becky Albertalli, the author of "Love, Simon," presents a new novel about embracing love, life, and theatre. The story follows best friends Kate and Anderson, who share a long-distance crush and must navigate the complexities of real feelings when their crush arrives at their school.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 22 April 2021
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK


From the acclaimed YA rom-com queen Becky Albertalli, known for her bestselling novel "Love, Simon," comes a captivating new story that delves into the courage of stepping out of the shadows and embracing the spotlight in love, life, and theatre.

Meet Kate Garfield and Anderson Walker, two best friends who defy the notion of co-dependence. Their shared crushes, carpooling to theatre rehearsals, and consulting each other on life decisions are just a few examples of their strong bond. However, everything takes an unexpected turn when Kate and Anderson's latest long-distance crush, Matt Olsson, arrives at their school.

Enter Stage Left: Matt Olsson, a talented and sweet individual who captures Kate's attention. She finds herself drawn to him, and it's clear that Anderson shares her sentiments. But as they navigate the complexities of communal crushes, they discover that real feelings complicate things. This newfound romance might even put their friendship to the test.

Praise for Becky Albertalli:

"Heart-fluttering, honest, and hilarious." - Stephanie Perkins, author of "Anna and the French Kiss"

"Touching and passionate... completely lovable with bags of empathy." - The Observer

"Wonderfully charismatic." - Bookseller

"Stunningly three-dimensional." - Entertainment Weekly

"Sharp and funny." - Publishers Weekly

"Funny, moving, and emotionally wise." - Kirkus Reviews

"Timeless." - Teen Vogue

In this delightful novel, Becky Albertalli explores the complexities of young love, friendship, and self-discovery. With her trademark wit and heartfelt storytelling, she takes readers on a journey of self-discovery and growth as Kate and Anderson navigate the challenges of stepping into the spotlight and embracing their true selves.

Weight: 272g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241512357

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