The F It List

Product Description Alex and Becca have always been best friends. But when Becca does something nearly unforgivable at Alexs dads funeral, Alex cuts ties with her and focuses on her grieving family. Time passes, and Alex finally decides to forgive Becca. Then shes hit with another shocker: Becca has cancer. It also turns out Becca has a bucket list, one she doesnt know shell be able to finish now. Thats where Alex comes in, along with a mysterious and guarded boy who just may help Alex check a few items off her own bucket list.Julie Halpern writes about illness, loss, love, and friendship with candor and compassion. Here is an unforgettable book about living fully, living authentically, and just . . . living. Review Alexs voice is a strong one, and fans of Halperns Get Well Soon (2007) and Have a Nice Day (2012) will embrace it. BooklistA memorable novel about a rock-solid friendship surviving trying circumstances that never loses its sense of humor. Publishers WeeklyIncredibly personal, deeply emotional, and more than just a little bit sexy, The F-It List is a spectacular contemporary read. The Book MuncherThe F-It List is a dazzling novel full of spirit and laugh out loud moments. BookYAReviewIt would be a shame to miss out on this engaging story of grief, friendship, and love. Super LibrarianReaders will cheer for Anna as she gains confidence in herself, dares to rebel a little, and gets well as she goes back to her life. VOYA on Get Well Soon . . . laugh-out-loud funny and immensely intelligent. Kirkus, starred review on Have a Nice Day About the Author Julie Halpern is the author of several books for young adults, includingMeant to Be,Get Well Soon, and The F-It List; the adult novelMaternity Leave; and the picture bookToby and the Snowflakes. Prior to her life as a full-time mom and author, Julie was a school librarian. In her imaginary spare time, she enjoys traveling, watching television for grown-ups, and eating baked goods. Julie lives in the Chicago suburbs with her husband, Caldecott-winning author and illustrator Matthew Cordell, and their two children.