“Él se limitó a sonreír y dijo—: Algunos de nosotros tenemos un acabado mate, otros satinado, otros esmaltado.... —él se volvió hacia mí—. Pero de vez en cuando conoces a alguien que es iridiscente, y cuando ocurre, no hay nada comparable.”
This novel explores themes of self-discovery, friendship, and the transformative power of literature. It follows the lives of two sixth graders, Ally Barlow and Bryce Dallas Howard, who initially have a contentious relationship but gradually come to appreciate each other's company and shared interests in reading. more
Wendelin Van Draanen is an American author known for his young adult literature. His works often explore themes of growth, friendship, and family relationships, and are highly appreciated by young readers. more
“And women with red shoes and green handbags were never to be trusted.”
“It's the time you spent on your rose that makes your rose so important.”
“Fear and taming are interconnected, only the (re) in recycle of rat races is missing”