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The Geography of You and Me

Jennifer E. Smith
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The Geography of You and Me

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014

Book Brief

Jennifer E. Smith

The Geography of You and Me

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2014

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

1030L

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Super Short Summary

The Geography of You and Me by Jennifer E. Smith follows Lucy Patterson and Owen Buckley, two teenagers who meet and bond in an elevator during a citywide blackout in New York City. As they navigate their lives in different locations, they remain connected through postcards and letters, ultimately deciding to maintain their relationship despite uncertain futures and physical distance.

Romantic

Adventurous

Bittersweet

Emotional

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

3.8

35,169 ratings

56%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jennifer E. Smith's The Geography of You and Me is praised for its engaging narrative and relatable characters. The book skillfully explores themes of distance and connection. However, some readers felt the plot was predictable and the pacing inconsistent. Overall, it remains a charming and heartfelt read for fans of young adult romance.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Geography of You and Me?

Readers who revel in young adult romances like Anna and the French Kiss or Eleanor & Park will cherish The Geography of You and Me by Jennifer E. Smith. Fans of heartfelt, serendipitous love stories set against a backdrop of travel and discovery will find this novel deeply engaging.

3.8

35,169 ratings

56%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2014

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

1030L

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