The Boy Next Door (Boy, #1)
The Boy Next Door (Boy, #1)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
New York City • Contemporary
2005
Adult
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
In Meg Cabot's novel The Boy Next Door, a gossip columnist living in New York City develops a budding romance with her mysterious neighbor. Through a series of emails and humorous exchanges, readers explore themes of love, mistaken identity, and the complexities of relationships.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Meg Cabot's The Boy Next Door is praised for its engaging and humorous writing style, appealing to fans of lighthearted romance. Reviewers highlight the unique email-format narrative as both a strength and a potential drawback. While some find it refreshing and modern, others feel it can limit character development and depth. Overall, it's seen as a fun read for contemporary romance lovers.
Who Should Read The Boy Next Door (Boy, #1)?
Readers who enjoy lighthearted romantic comedies with a hint of mystery, like Sophie Kinsella's Can You Keep a Secret?, will find Meg Cabot's The Boy Next Door delightful. This book appeals to those who appreciate witty dialogue, engaging characters, and a modern epistolary format similar to Helen Fielding's Bridget Jones's Diary.
69,161 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
New York City • Contemporary
2005
Adult
14-18 years
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