Riding the UniverseChloé Rodriguez values three things above all else—her family; her best friend, Rock; and Lolita, her Harley-Davidson 1200 Sportster. With a black body, blue airbrushed flames, and perfect sloping ape hangers, Lolita is Chloé's last connection to her beloved uncle, Seth, who left her the bike when he died last summer. So when a failing chemistry grade threatens to separate Chloé from her motorcycle, she vows not to let that happen . . . no matter what.

Enter Gordon. Ridiculously organized, übersmart, and hot in a casual, doesn't-know-it kind of way, Chloé's peer tutor may have a thing or two to teach her besides chemistry. But she has to stop falling for Gordon . . . and get Rock to act mature whenever he's around . . . and pass chemistry so she doesn't lose Lolita forever. Just when Chloé thinks she's got it all figured out, a bump in the road comes out of nowhere and sends her skidding.

 

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"It's a fun, flirty, and frank take on teens cruising for self-discovery..."
School Library Journal

"Hip dialogue and the mystery of the prophecy keep the plot rolling forward..."
Kirkus Reviews

"Light, entertaining chick lit, easy to read and fun to imagine, but with realistic scenes of the dangers of drinking with strangers."
Kliatt

"Triana captures teens in the fast-paced action and deft characterizations—their language, inexperience, surprising wisdom, and desperate hopes."
Children's Literature

Cubanita Four"Hilarious! This will speak to teens everywhere."

- ALA Booklist Starred Review
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"Isabel's story is an entertaining read that will be gobbled up by cubanitas and non-cubanitas alike."

- School Library Journal

"Worthwhile, engaging and highly entertaining...the perfect summer book!"

- Sherry Winston, Sun-Sentinel

Backstage Pass"Engaging characters and a glimpse of life in the music business make this an entertaining read. Teens who enjoy Louise Rennison's and Ana Brashare's books will like this one too. It's sure to be a summer favorite."

- Booklist, ALA

"This tale strikes some true notes."

- Publisher's Weekly

 

 

 

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