Book details
Am I Right or Am I Right?
Description
Calma Harrison is in love. Not just with herself, but also with the handsome checkout guy at Crazi-Cheep. So stocking shelves at the Crazi- Cheep seems like the perfect jobuntil that annoying customer tries to hold up the store. . . .And then there's the small matter of the rest of Calma's life, which is fast falling apart: her absent father turns up after five years and wants to talk, her mother is clearly living a secret second life, and her new best friend is hiding something horrible.Calma is sure she knows exactly what's going on. And clearly her direct, personal intervention is required to make things right. Except . . . if she's wrong. And then her butting in will make everything much, much worse.Am I Right or Am I Right? is a whip-smart, wise-cracking, big-hearted novel about a girl who is learning that things are not always what they seem, and how to start again when you've gotten it all so very wrong.From the Hardcover edition.
Age
12-18
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
258 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Narrative: 'Am I Right or Am I Right?' by Barry Jonsberg offers readers a compelling and humorous narrative that keeps them engaged from start to finish. The story is told through the eyes of a witty and sarcastic protagonist, which makes for an entertaining reading experience.
- Thought-Provoking Themes: The book explores a range of themes such as ethics, personal responsibility, and the nature of right and wrong. These themes encourage readers to think critically about their own beliefs and actions, making it a thought-provoking read.
- Character Development: Jonsberg's characters are well-developed and relatable. Readers will find themselves invested in the characters' journeys, rooting for their successes and empathizing with their struggles. This emotional connection adds depth to the reading experience.
- Humor and Wit: Barry Jonsberg's writing style is infused with humor and wit, which makes 'Am I Right or Am I Right?' a fun and enjoyable book to read. The author's clever use of language and comedic timing provides a light-hearted counterbalance to the more serious themes within the story.