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Why we took the car


Reviewed by Em & Mel, Balgowlah

For readers who enjoyed Perks of being a Wallflower or Matthew Quick. Herman does the voice of a disgruntled judgemental teen so well. A story of a social nobody who does something completely off he radar for the attentions of the class beauty. A great coming of age story for 14 and up (not recommended for young readers). 

- Em

What a beautiful novel for teens. When unlikely friends Mike and Tschick embark on a spontaneous roadtrip across Germany, little do they know just how much it will change their lives. Like most outcasts, they are completely misunderstoof. Their conversations are real, hilarious and insightful, as they discuss every topic from girls they admire, family they hate, crimes they've committed and dreams they're chasing. A gorgeous novel that will have you falling in love with two unique characters who just don't know how truly special they are. I'm still not sure why they took the car, but I'm so happy I went along for the ride.

- Mel

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Why We Took the Car
Herrndorf Wolfgang
9781922070791