She's the Worst

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Pitch-perfecta surefire hit. The Childrens Book Review
A sparkling homage to LA and a love letter to the difficult, mercurial, rewarding relationship between sisters. Booklist

Ferris Buellers Day Off meets 10 Things I Hate About You in this fun, contemporary novel about two sisters who have twenty-four hours to fulfill a pact and overcome the secret that threatens to tear them apart.

Sisters April and Jenn havent been close in years. Jenns too busy with school, the family antique shop, and her boyfriend, and April would rather play soccer and hang out with the boy next door.

But when April notices her older sister is sad about staying home for college, she decides to do something about it. The girls set off to revive a pact they made as kids: spend an epic day exploring the greatest hits of their childhood and all that Los Angeles has to offer.

Then April learns that Jenn has been keeping a secret that could rip their familyand their parentsapart. With only one day to set things right, the sisters must decide if their relationship is worth saving, or if the truth will tear them apart for good.

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With pitch-perfect dialog, a beautiful and fleshed-out Los Angeles background and completely likable protagonists, this is a surefire hit.Highly recommended. -- The Children's Book Review
A vibrant and heartfelt story that effortlessly captures sisterhood, first love, and coming-of-age. Perfect for fans of Jenny Han and Morgan Matson, She's the Worst is just the best. -- Katie Henry, author of HERETICS ANONYMOUS
"Part sister story, part romantic comedy,She's the Worstspotlights two bold, ambitious girls trying to rebuild their fractured relationship. I devoured this love letter to summer, sisterhood, and Los Angeles." -- Rachel Lynn Solomon, author of YOU'LL MISS ME WHEN I'M GONE
Shes the Worstis an unforgettable trip through the sun-soaked streets of Los Angeles, and through the ups and downs of sibling strife, college pressures, and unexpected romance. We loved every minute and mile of Jenn and Aprils joyous and heartrending journey. -- Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka, co-authors of IF I'M BEING HONEST
"This is a sparkling homage to L.A. and a love letter to the difficult, mercurial, rewarding relationship between sisters." -- Booklist
"For readers looking for a solidly constructed family drama, April and Jenns story is sure to satisfy." -- Publishers Weekly

Author Bio

Lauren Spieller is an author and literary agent who lives in New York Citywith her husband. When she isnt writing, she can be found drinking lattes, pining for every dog she sees, or visiting her native California. She is the author ofYour Destination Is on the LeftandShes the Worst. Visit her at LaurenSpieller.com and follow her on Twitter at @LaurenSpieller.