My Awesome/Awful Popularity Plan
My Awesome/Awful Popularity Plan by Seth Rudetsky, published by Random House in 2012, is a 224-page novel written in English. The story follows Justin, a high school sophomore with aspirations to date Chuck, the most popular boy in school, and to gain acceptance among the “in” crowd at Cool U. However, Justin faces challenges due to his appearance, interests, and friendships, which are far from conventional. Determined to change his social standing, he devises a plan involving a fake relationship with Becky, Chuck’s girlfriend, to create a path to his goals.
Readers will find a humorous exploration of social dynamics and the complexities of adolescence in this juvenile fiction. The narrative addresses themes such as friendship, social issues, and LGBTQ topics, providing insight into Justin’s journey as he navigates the ups and downs of high school life. Seth Rudetsky’s debut novel for young adults combines relatable experiences with comedic elements, making it a relevant read for anyone who has ever sought popularity or faced the challenges of fitting in.
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Justin has two goals for sophomore year: to date Chuck, the hottest boy in school, and to become the king of Cool U, the table in the cafeteria where the “in” crowd sits.
Unfortunately, he has the wrong look (short, plump, Brillo-pad curls), he has the wrong interests (Broadway, chorus violin), and he has the wrong friends (Spencer, into Eastern religions, and Mary Ann, who doesn’t shave her armpits). And Chuck? Well, he’s not gay; he’s dating Becky, a girl in chorus with whom Justin is friendly.
But Justin is determined.
In detention one day (because he saw Chuck get it first), Justin comes up with a perfect plan: to allow Becky to continue dating Chuck, whom Becky’s dad hates. They will pretend that Becky is dating Justin, whom Becky’s dad loves. And when Becky and Justin go out on a fake date, Chuck will meet up with them for a real date with Becky. Chuck’s bound to find Justin irresistable, right? What could go wrong?
Seth Rudetsky’s first novel for young adults is endearingly human, and laugh-out-loud funny, and any kid who ever aspired to Cool U will find Justin a welcome ally in the fight for popularity.
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