Love and Other Perishable Items
Love and Other Perishable Items by Laura Buzo, published by Alfred A. Knopf in 2012, is a young adult fiction novel that explores the complexities of first love and friendship. Set against the backdrop of a grocery store, the story follows 15-year-old Amelia as she navigates her infatuation with Chris, a 21-year-old university student. Their interactions at work lead to a budding friendship filled with humor and heartfelt moments, as they share their life stories and discuss various topics, from literature to the challenges of adolescence.
Readers will find a narrative that captures the awkwardness and intensity of young love, highlighting themes of coming of age and emotional growth. As Amelia grapples with her feelings for Chris, the book delves into the social dynamics of their age difference and the realities of growing up. With 243 pages, this edition presents a relatable and engaging portrayal of the trials and tribulations of youth, making it a thoughtful addition to the genre of juvenile fiction.
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Love is awkward, as fans of Rainbow Rowell and E. Lockhart well know. Funny and heartbreaking in equal measure, this grocery store romance was a Morris Award Finalist for Best YA debut.
“Smart, honest and full of achingly real characters. And it made me laugh. What else would you want in a book?” –Melina Marchetta, Printz Award-winning author
From the moment Amelia sets eyes on Chris, she is a goner. Lost. Sunk. Head over heels infatuated with him. It’s problematic, since Chris, 21, is a sophisticated university student, while Amelia, 15, is 15.
Amelia isn’t stupid. She knows it’s not gonna happen. So she plays it cool around Chris–at least, as cool as she can. Working checkout together at the local supermarket, they strike up a friendship: swapping life stories, bantering about everything from classic books to B movies, and cataloging the many injustices of growing up. As time goes on, Amelia’s crush doesn’t seem so one-sided anymore. But if Chris likes her back, what then? Can two people in such different places in life really be together?
Through a year of befuddling firsts–first love, first job, first party, and first hangover–debut author Laura Buzo shows how the things that break your heart can still crack you up.
“A sweet and scathingly funny love story.” —Kirkus, Starred Review
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