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Wednesday, September 29, 2010

L8r, g8r

Miracle, Lauren. L8r, g8r. New York City: Amulet Books, 2007. 274 pages. (Realistic Fiction/Drama)

Maddie, Zoe, and Angela are back, this time as seniors. As all of the dramas of past years melt away new dramas arise and old foes resurface. Zoe makes a stand to be less passive about what she wants, Angela has some major guy trouble that has her down in the dumps, and Maddie struggles with some very big decisions while also trying to support her friends. And all three of them have to deal with the school bully, Jana. As college looms before them, Zoe, Angela, and Maddie find that their futures will split them apart physically, but that maybe their friendship is worth the extra effort to stay together in spirit.

Out of this whole series, ttyl, ttfn, and l8r, g8r, I think this is my favorite. The whole series is told entirely in IMs, but this book takes on new depth. The characters each age and mature while their personalities are defined, the adventures and hurtles they overcome take on new meaning, and their faith to each other is amplified. This book is a great way to end the series!

Reviewed By: DancingPenguin96