Sweet 15

 
 

Sweet 15
ISBN9780761455844      
Specifications5" X 7"; 240 pages
Author(s)Alex Echevarria; Emily Adler
AgesAges 12 and up
List Price
US$ 16.99    


About the Book

Destiny Lozada is turning fifteen, and her parents want to throw her a traditional quinceañera, celebrating her transition into "womanhood" with a religious ceremony, a big expensive party, a silly dress and tiara—the works. Destiny’s older sister calls it an antiquated, misogynistic ritual that just gives their mother a chance to show off. As usual, Destiny is caught in the middle and afraid to say anything. She’s not a princesa like her mother imagines or an activist like her sister. So who is she? Destiny isn’t sure yet, but she knows she’d rather be watching TV, riding her skateboard, and confiding to her cat and her stuffed bear. She also wouldn’t mind finding the guy of her dreams to be her escort for the quince. . . .

When the plans, bills, and fights start piling up, Destiny has to stop being a spectator to "The Lozada Show" and take a stand once and for all in her family and her life. In their first novel written together, these talented co-authors bring a male and female perspective to the story.
 
 


Sweet 15 Reviews



"First person narrative, lively conversations, and distinctive characters would lend themselves to screen play."

LMC August/September 2010


"Entertaining and chatty, and with an assortment of lively characters, this novel will appeal mostly to girls who are making their own way through the labyrinth of friendship, first boyfriends, and parental expectations."

—School Library Journal , July 2010


"Destiny’s struggles with self-discovery and relationships—with her family, friends, and potential dates—make for an enjoyable read."

Booklist, March 4, 2010


"Destiny's resolution, the engaging dialogue, boys, gossip, best friends, fashion, texting, the first kiss and the city of New York all play a part in this charming, fresh and funny coming-of-age novel that will entertain teen readers, especially girls."

Kirkus Reviews, March 15, 2010


 


 
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