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Play Me, by Laura Ruby, centers on high-school senior Eddy, who enters his and his friends' online TV show in an MTV competition in hopes of landing a production deal. At home he deals with an absentee mother, a quirky half-brother, and a former girlfriend who reappears in his life. At the same time, Eddy becomes infatuated with the elusive Lucinda Dulko, forcing him to abandon his usual player tactics and confront real emotions.
Quick Summary
Play Me throws you into the wild world of high school filmmaking where Eddy and his friends risk it all by entering their homemade TV show into an MTV contest hoping to snag that golden production deal. Kids will devour the messy family chaos (that wacky half-brother is absolutely unforgettable), the comeback of Eddy's long-lost girlfriend, and the nail-biting suspense of whether their DIY show will actually make it big. If your kid loves the comedic drama and relatable high school struggles of The Perks of Being a Wallflower, they'll be hooked on this fast-paced tale. Perfect for teens in grades 9-12 who want a fun, substantial read that balances humor, heart, and Hollywood dreams.