Books like Nancy & Nick by Caroline B. Cooney
Nancy, a high‑school junior who has spent most of her time dreaming up dates, meets Nick, a boy who instantly feels like a friend. As their friendship deepens, Nancy wonders if their connection could turn into something real. The two, however, live too far apart to easily spend time together. When Nancy invites Nick to the final school dance—a big moment for her—the event turns into a series of mishaps that test their feelings and the strength of their friendship. Set in a contemporary middle‑school environment, the novel explores first love, family relationships, especially between mothers and daughters, and the awkward yet hopeful journey of adolescence.
First publish date: 1982
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Romance
Authors: Caroline B. Cooney
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