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My Most Excellent Year

Steve Kluger
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My Most Excellent Year

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2008

Book Brief

Steve Kluger

My Most Excellent Year

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

403

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Massachusetts • 2000s

Theme
Topic
Publication Year

2008

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

1030L

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Super Short Summary

My Most Excellent Year by Steve Kluger follows ninth graders T.C. Keller and Augie Hwong, who experience love, self-discovery, and personal growth during their best year. T.C. falls for Alejandra Perez, the daughter of a diplomat, while Augie realizes he is gay and develops feelings for another boy. The story is told through diverse formats including diary entries, emails, and scripts, showcasing their coming-of-age journey.

Heartwarming

Humorous

Romantic

Playful

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.2

7,829 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

My Most Excellent Year by Steve Kluger is widely praised for its heartwarming narrative and diverse, fleshed-out characters, providing a delightful dive into teenage life. Readers commend its humorous and charming storytelling. However, some critique its predictability and occasional lack of depth. Overall, it stands as an engaging and uplifting read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read My Most Excellent Year?

Lovers of heartfelt, witty, and diverse coming-of-age stories like Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda and The Perks of Being a Wallflower will relish My Most Excellent Year by Steve Kluger. Ideal for readers who appreciate narratives about friendship, acceptance, and discovering one's true self.

4.2

7,829 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

403

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Massachusetts • 2000s

Theme
Topic
Publication Year

2008

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

1030L

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