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295 pp.
| Hyperion |
July, 2012 |
TradeISBN 978-1-4231-2398-9$16.99
(4)
YA
Despite parental disapproval, David plans to attend Julliard instead of Stanford; an attraction to his co-star in the school play complicates his relationship with his long-term girlfriend; and a series of mean-spirited pranks rattles the student body at his private school. While the follow-your-dreams premise--and David's angst--will be relatable to some, unconvincing characterization and clichéd dialogue hamper the storytelling.