The Runner (4) (The Tillerman Cycle)

Mister Max: The Book of Lost Things

The Callender Papers

When You Were Here

The Secret Language of Girls (The Secret Language of Girls Trilogy)

Mixed Just Right

The Clique

My Ex Best Friend (Party of Five: Claudia)

In 'Tell Me If the Lovers Are Losers,' Cynthia Voigt explores the complexities of friendship, competition, and personal growth through the lives of three college freshmen roommates: Niki, Anthea, and Hildy. Niki is an athletic and competitive swimmer, Anthea is a studious and reserved individual, and Hildy is outgoing and sociable. Despite their differences, they form a close bond. The novel delves into their individual struggles, including Niki's intense focus on winning, Anthea's cultural and familial pressures, and Hildy's search for meaningful connections. As they navigate their first year of college, they confront challenges that test their friendship and force them to reevaluate their understanding of success and the true meaning of being a 'loser' or a 'winner' in life. The story is a poignant examination of the transition from adolescence to adulthood and the value of relationships in shaping one's identity.

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The Runner (4) (The Tillerman Cycle)

Cynthia Voigt, 1985

Mister Max: The Book of Lost Things

Cynthia Voigt, Iacopo Bruno, 2013

The Callender Papers

Cynthia Voigt, 1983

When You Were Here

Daisy Whitney, 2013

The Secret Language of Girls (The Secret Language of Girls Trilogy)

Frances O'roark Dowell, 2004

Mixed Just Right

Kayln Charest, Lilyluise R Ward, 2016

The Clique

Lisi Harrison, 2004

My Ex Best Friend (Party of Five: Claudia)

Erika Tamar, Violette Smith, 1998