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In this contemporary romance/travel story, five American expat friends celebrate high school graduation with a European trip. Chapters alternate between Aubrey and Rae's perspectives: perfectionist Aubrey is caught between two boys, while free-spirited Rae harbors a crush on a female travel companion. As the group travels from London to Paris, Amsterdam, Prague, Florence, and Barcelona, too much drama distracts from the interesting settings.
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Sophia's not happy that her last week in Tokyo overlaps with the return of Jamie, the boy with whom she had a falling-out three years ago. But once Jamie's back, they finally acknowledge their feelings for each other--despite Sophia's impending departure. Reminiscent of Jennifer E. Smith's novels, this introspective love story gives readers an insider's look into a fascinating city.