you’ve had one best friend your whole life or a crazy, mix-matched group of
buds, there’s always that one person you can fall back on. A few of our fave
authors are bringing these same personalities to their novel’s pages. Check out
these perfect spring and summer reads about friendship…and everything that
comes in between.
Saving Francesca by Melina Marchetta
This is the story of Francesca and her friends at a
private school that, until recently, was only for boys. Her mix-matched BFFs
Justine, Tara and Siobhan aren’t your perfect Hollywood characters. Quirky and
flawed, they keep Francesca strong through thick and thin.
Sloppy Firsts by Megan McCafferty
Jessica’s BFF, Hope, moves away, leaving Jessica to
fend for herself in high school. This story is all about staying friends—and
having to move on and make new ones—when someone moves away.
Freshman Year & Other
Unnatural Disasters by
Meredith Zeitlin
Beginning her freshman year as awkwardly as possible,
Kelsey’s lucky to have her three BFFs Em, Cass and Jojo right by her side. This
is definitely a laugh-worthy read.
The
Disenchantments by Nina Lacour
In this tale of the
summer after high school graduation, true friendship is tested as Bev and
Colby’s hopes of touring with Bev’s band and exploring Europe are interrupted
by college plans.
