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Description
Told entirely in letters and text messages, this is the story of Tim, a high school senior who sees the girl of his dreams while walking down the street and tries to capture her heart by writing to her.
Quick Summary
An Order of Amelie, Hold the Fries follows Tim, a high school senior who spots the girl of his dreams on the street and attempts to win her over through letters and text messages, telling the entire story through their exchanged communications. The book explores themes of teenage romance, modern dating communication, and the vulnerability of putting yourself out there to pursue someone you barely know. This unique format will appeal to readers who enjoy stories told through documents, similar to the epistolary style in "To All the Boys I've Loved Before." It is ideal for ninth through twelfth graders looking for a quick, contemporary romance at a fourth to fifth grade reading level.