Lekich ( Liar's Club) starts with a risky move, introducing a bullied, über-nerd narrator desperate to climb the high school social ladder -except that readers will right away see why other kids want to avoid him. However, with the relentlessly strict principal and the equally vigilant vice-principal hot on his trail, how long will Raymond’s underground club and his newfound friendships last? In this quirky, engaging tale, reminiscent of Revenge of the Nerds and the novels of Gordon Korman, John Lekich once again creates a believable young protagonist whose plight readers can empathize with even as they laugh.įunny writing, a favorite theme and a feel-good ending take the onus off a formulaic plot. In the process, he befriends one of the most popular guys in school, sticks up for his fellow nerds, and works up the courage to approach the lovely Janice, his not-so-secret crush. In this hilarious story about friendship, love, and loyalty, Raymond transforms himself from a lonely geek to the gatekeeper of an underground social club. He can, however, change the fact that he’s not popular though it won’t be easy. He can’t change the fact that he’s prone to sneezing, getting nosebleeds, and fainting. Synopsis: Raymond Dunne is in the 10th grade.
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