About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenage son is navigating the confusing, often embarrassing landscape of his first major crush and the social pressures of high school. It specifically addresses the gap between the idealized versions of people we create in our heads and the messy, complicated reality of actual relationships. The story follows fourteen year old Les as he attempts to win over his dream girl through various hilariously misguided schemes. While the tone is bawdy and humorous, the underlying message explores self worth and the importance of looking past superficial traits. Parents will appreciate how it normalizes the intense longing and frequent social blunders that define early adolescence. It is best suited for older teens due to its frank, realistic depiction of puberty and hormonal drives, serving as a gateway to discussions about honesty, respecting boundaries, and finding value in unexpected friendships.
