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Field Guide to the North American Teenager
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Book Brief
384
Novel • Fiction
Austin, Texas • 2010s
2019
YA
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
Field Guide to the North American Teenager by Ben Philippe centers on Black Haitian Canadian teen Norris Kaplan as he adapts to life in Austin, Texas, confronting stereotypes and making new connections. Norris gains a reputation as the "rude Canadian," forms a crush on Aarti, befriends loner Liam, and navigates complex relationships with cheerleader Madison while growing and learning from his experiences. Depicts racism, bigoted language, and descriptions of suicide.
Humorous
Emotional
Contemplative
Romantic
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Field Guide to the North American Teenager by Ben Philippe captures the challenges of teenage life with wit and realism. Readers generally praise the protagonist's sharp humor and relatable experiences, though some feel the initial cynicism could be off-putting. The novel adeptly explores themes of identity and belonging, resonating well with both teens and adults.
Who Should Read Field Guide to the North American Teenager?
Readers who enjoy witty, humorous, and honest depictions of teenage life and identity struggles, similar to The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas and To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han, will likely appreciate Ben Philippe's Field Guide to the North American Teenager.
8,545 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
384
Novel • Fiction
Austin, Texas • 2010s
2019
YA
14-18 years
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