Not About a Boy is a debut novel about a seventeen-year-old girl named Mel who is trying to put a grief-stricken past behind her, only to be startled by the discovery of a long-lost sister who puts into question everything she thought she knew. It is a gritty teen drama full of mature themes that will resonate with many readers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 15 August 2024
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Not About a Boy

is a gripping teen drama that delves into mature themes with compassion, resonating with many readers. Kirkus Reviews praised it as "heartbreaking and powerful," comparing it to "Euphoria meets Girl in Pieces." The story follows seventeen-year-old Mel, who is trying to move on from a tragic past and discover her long-lost sister, who challenges her understanding of reality. Mel is in foster care and working towards adoption, but a casual relationship and the reappearance of her sister complicate her journey. As the anniversary of the worst day of her life approaches, Mel must navigate grief and depression while maintaining her relationships.

Not About a Boy

has received critical acclaim, with ALA Booklist calling it "lucid and luminous" and School Library Journal praising its "emotionally rich and complex" portrayal of a resilient and troubled young woman's journey toward self-acceptance. Mel, the well-written protagonist, is relatable to teenagers and inspires empathy.

Not About a Boy

is a must-read for fans of coming-of-age stories and those who appreciate nuanced and compassionate portrayals of young women's struggles.

Weight: 372g
Dimension: 210 x 140 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780063341982