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Overview & Summary

When straight-laced, high-achieving Antonia is paired as a peer counselor with Jazz, a pierced and tattooed punk classmate, both girls assume they have nothing in common -- but as their unlikely friendship develops, each discovers the other's life is far more complicated, and far less defined by first impressions, than either expected. Julie Anne Peters's novel challenges assumptions about who counts as "normal" through an odd-couple friendship.

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Who This Book Is For

Recommended for High school students (Grades 9–12) working on English Literature. Fits students building reading confidence, vocabulary, and strong comprehension.

Grade LevelUpper (9-12)
Lexile ComplexityHigh School & Up (1100L+)

Why CE Recommends This Book

Categorized as a Fun Read — perfect for leisure reading outside of class. It gives students a relaxed way to build reading stamina, enjoy great storytelling, and practice a wider imagination without academic pressure.

Academic & Admissions Takeaways
Grade & Readiness: Aligned for Upper (9-12).
Lexile Complexity: Targeted for High School & Up (1100L+).
Subject Alignment: Builds vocabulary, reading stamina, and analytical skills for English Literature.
Reading Goal: Independent leisure reading & imaginative thinking.