The Boyfriend List: 15 Guys, 11 Shrink Appointments, 4 Ceramic Frogs and Me, Ruby Oliver (Ruby Oliver, #1)
The Boyfriend List: 15 Guys, 11 Shrink Appointments, 4 Ceramic Frogs and Me, Ruby Oliver (Ruby Oliver, #1)
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2006
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Fiction | Novel | Published in 2006229
Novel • Fiction
Seattle, Washington • Contemporary
2006
14-18 years
830L
Super Short Summary
The Boyfriend List: 15 Guys, 11 Shrink Appointments, 4 Ceramic Frogs and Me, Ruby Oliver follows teenager Ruby Oliver as she navigates the social challenges of high school. Through therapy sessions, Ruby reflects on her past relationships and personal hardships, aiming to understand and overcome her social anxieties. The narrative emphasizes self-discovery and growth.
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Critics applaud E. Lockhart's The Boyfriend List: 15 Guys, 11 Shrink Appointments, 4 Ceramic Frogs and Me, Ruby Oliver for its authentic teenage voice, humor, and nuanced exploration of adolescent anxiety and friendship dynamics. Some detractors find the protagonist's self-pity grating, but overall, it is celebrated for blending wit and depth in a relatable high school setting.
Who Should Read The Boyfriend List: 15 Guys, 11 Shrink Appointments, 4 Ceramic Frogs and Me, Ruby Oliver (Ruby Oliver, #1)?
A reader who would enjoy The Boyfriend List: 15 Guys, 11 Shrink Appointments, 4 Ceramic Frogs and Me, Ruby Oliver by E. Lockhart is likely a teen or young adult interested in humorous, relatable coming-of-age stories. Comparable to works like Louise Rennison’s Georgia Nicolson series and Meg Cabot’s The Princess Diaries, it appeals to fans of witty, realistic narratives about adolescence and identity.
27,065 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
229
Novel • Fiction
Seattle, Washington • Contemporary
2006
14-18 years
830L
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