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School Library Journal
Reviewed on July 1, 2012 | Grades 5-up
Gr 9 Up—In this sequel to Stupid Fast (Sourcebooks, 2011), Herbach continues the saga of the dysfunctional Reinstein family. Written as a journal from 17-year-old Felton's perspective, the story follows the teen's journey to bring his runaway brother home. In the wake of his mother's mental breakdown and Felton's rise to fame as a sports phenomenon, Andrew feels lost and, well, like nothing special. He travels to Florida to finally meet his father's relatives in hopes of figuring out where he fits in his crazy family. What Andrew doesn't realize is the scope...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Junior Library Guild
Reviewed on August 1, 2012
Readers who loved Felton Reinstein’s unique voice and his knack for creating hilariously awkward situations in Stupid Fast will relish watching him deal with the complications of disastrous road trips, his strange family, and becoming a renowned college-football prospect in this fantastic follow-up. Those who first discover Felton in Nothing Special likely will want to pick up Stupid Fast when they’re done reading. Felton’s authenticity as a character...Log In or Sign Up to Read More