Growing up, Cath and her twin sister, Wren, have immersed themselves in the world of Simon Snow (think Harry Potter), and both have written wildly popular fan fiction with tons of followers. Their fandom was a distraction and comfort when their mom left home, but now it is Cath and Wren who are leaving home for college. Wren has decided to make a clean break by choosing not to live with Cath, even though they will be attending the same school. Cath is left adrift and alone, trying to navigate an adult world in a new place, trying to finish her fan fiction series and keep up with her overwhelming class load, and trying to make sure her fragile father won't fall apart without her.
Rowell relays the excitement and scariness of leaving home for the first time and creates wonderful characters who strive to stay true to themselves despite pressure from friends, family, and teachers. If you like this book, love fan fiction, just want to get your geek on or know someone who does, also check out
The Fangirl's Guide to the Galaxy by Sam Maggs.
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