Book details
Dear George Clooney: Please Marry My Mom
Description
Violet's TV-director dad has traded a job in Vancouver for one in Los Angeles, their run-down house for a sleek ranch-style home complete with a pool, and, worst of all, Violet's mother for a trophy wife, a blonde actress named Jennica. Violet's younger sister reacts by bed-wetting, and her mother ping-pongs from one loser to another, searching for love. As for Violet, she gets angry in ways that are by turns infuriating, shocking, and hilarious.When her mother takes up with the unfortunately named Dudley Wiener, Violet and her friend Phoebe decide that they need to take control. If Violet's mom can't pick a decent man herself, they will help her snag George Clooney. In Dear George Clooney, Please Marry My Mom, Susin Nielsen has created a truly original protagonist in Violet and a brilliant new novel that will delight readers into rooting for her, even when she's at her worst.From the Hardcover edition.
Age
10-13
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
240 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Storyline: The book offers a captivating and humorous plot that revolves around a young girl's quest to find the perfect man for her mom, leading to a series of entertaining events and a heartfelt exploration of family dynamics.
- Relatable Characters: Readers will find the characters, especially the protagonist Violet, to be relatable and well-developed, which makes it easy to empathize with their struggles and triumphs throughout the story.
- Important Themes: 'Dear George Clooney: Please Marry My Mom' touches on important themes such as divorce, adolescence, and the complexities of blended families, providing valuable insights and lessons for readers of all ages.
- Award-Winning Author: Susin Nielsen-Fernlund is an acclaimed author known for her ability to blend humor with emotional depth. Reading her work offers an opportunity to experience the storytelling of a writer who has received recognition for her contributions to young adult literature.