Jumping to Confusions

Jumping to Confusions by Liz Rettig is a 314-page book published by Corgi Children’s in 2008. This story follows Cat, who struggles with feelings of being fat and boring, while her twin sister Tessa enjoys a more glamorous life, effortlessly attracting boys. When Josh, a new arrival in their town, captures Tessa’s attention, Cat finds herself drawn to him as well, leading her to question the dynamics of their relationships.
Readers will explore themes of self-identity and friendship as Cat navigates her insecurities and the complexities of her sister’s behavior. As she befriends Josh, Cat begins to suspect that his lack of interest in Tessa might hint at a deeper truth about his feelings. This narrative delves into the experiences of girls and women, touching on LGBTQ topics, and offers a relatable perspective on the challenges of adolescence.
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Cat thinks she is fat and boring. Meanwhile her twin sister Tessa is skinny as well as a brat who can get any boy she wants. Josh is the cute new arrival to their town and Tess seems keen to sink her teeth into him. But Josh seems strangely uninterested in Tess, and as he and Cat become friends, Cat thinks she’s got to the bottom of the mystery: maybe Josh just isn’t into girls at all!
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