Prep

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of 'Prep,' a profound coming-of-age novel by Curtis Sittenfeld that explores the intricate dynamics of social class and adolescence. This compelling narrative follows Lee Fiora, a shy fourteen-year-old girl from small-town Indiana, as she embarks on a transformative journey at Ault, an elite boarding school in Massachusetts. With a scholarship in hand and dreams fueled by glamorous images from the school's brochure, she quickly realizes that navigating the treacherous waters of social hierarchies is more challenging than she anticipated.

'Prep' delves deep into themes of identity, belonging, and the harsh realities of high school life, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the psychological intricacies of youth. Praised by critics, the book showcases Sittenfeld's ability to capture the teenage mindset with clarity and wit. The novel is not only entertaining but also offers a piercing critique of societal expectations and the complexities of friendship.

This trade paperback edition published by Random House UK includes 480 pages of engaging prose that leaves readers reflecting on their own experiences of growing up. Perfect for fans of insightful literature, 'Prep' is a must-have addition to your collection. Discover the intricacies of Lee's journey of self-discovery and the negotiations she must make to find her place in a world filled with unspoken rules and hidden truths.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780552776844
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2020
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 480


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From the bestselling author of RODHAM, AMERICAN WIFE and YOU THINK IT, I'LL SAY IT.

'Sittenfeld writes girls and women as they truly are, with shades of light and dark, with and without grace, apologetic as well as fearless' GUARDIAN

'PREP might just be my favourite book' PANDORA SYKES

'Sittenfeld shares with Salinger a knack of capturing, in effortless prose, a teenager mindset' THE TIMES
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Lee Fiora is a shy fourteen-year-old when she leaves small-town Indiana for a scholarship at Ault, an exclusive boarding school in Massachusetts. Her head is filled with images from the school brochure of handsome boys in sweaters leaning against old brick buildings, girls running with lacrosse sticks across pristine athletics fields, everyone singing hymns in chapel. But as she soon learns, Ault is a minefield of unstated rules and incomprehensible social rituals, and Lee must work hard to find - and maintain - her place in the pecking order.
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'PREP is more than a coming of age story - it's a study of social class ... and Sittenfeld renders it with astonishing deftness and clarity.' JENNIFER EGAN

'Straightforward, serious, funny.' London Review of Books

'Sharp, caustic and brilliantly observed' Observer


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