You Owe Me One, Universe (Thanks a Lot, Universe #2)

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Brian and Ezras story continues in the moving sequel to Thanks a Lot, Universe, which New York Times bestselling author Nic Stone called a glorious ode to the beauty of preteen friendship.

Brian knows that anxiety and depression arent things that are magically fixed overnight, but he still doesnt understand why its all hitting him so hard right now. Sure, his dad is still in prison and middle school is still stressful, but hes seeing a therapist, hes got good friends, and hes doing really well on the basketball team. He should be fine, so why does he feel too tired to get out of bed some days And why does he turn into Cursed Monster Brian and snap whenever someone asks him whats wrong

Ezra is trying his best to look out for Brian, but hes not sure that hes actually helping. Sure, theyre still best friends, but as Ezra starts preparing for the talent show, he also starts talking with Victorthe kid who relentlessly bullied Brian last year. It seems like Victors changed, and whenever he and Ezra hang out and make music together, Ezras stomach feels a little bit swoopy. But even if he likes making music and talking with Victor, he still feels like hes betraying his best friend whenever theyre together. And he worries that hes falling for another boy who wont return his feelings . . .

Earnest, heartfelt, and full of humor, Chad Lucass You Owe Me One, Universe explores the nuances and complications of middle school relationshipsand shows how sometimes the smallest acts of caring can be the ones that matter most.

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Chad Lucas has written another story full of heart, humor, and friendship. Your universe will be brighter if you read it. * Eric Bell, author of Alan Cole is Not a Coward *

***STARRED REVIEW***
"Themes of identity, mental health, and responsibility are tenderly and expertly addressed through the authentic dialogue and interactions among the friends...Smart and heartfelt."

Author Bio

Chad Lucas has been in love with words since he attempted his first novel on a typewriter in the sixth grade. He has worked as a newspaper reporter, communications advisor, freelance writer, part-time journalism instructor, and parenting columnist. His debut novel, Thanks a Lot, Universe, was called tenderhearted and bold in a starred review from Kirkus Reviews. A proud descendant of the historic African Nova Scotian community of Lucasville, he lives with his family near Halifax, Nova Scotia. He enjoys coaching basketball and is rarely far from a cup of tea.