Books like How to Take the Ex Out of Ex-Boyfriend by Janette Rallison
When Giovanna’s boyfriend Jesse supports the opposing candidate in her twin brother Dante’s student‑body presidency bid, she dumps him and steps into the political arena as Dante’s campaign manager. As the debates intensify, Giovanna wrestles with her choice, questioning whether loyalty to love or loyalty to the electorate should guide her. This light‑hearted story blends teenage romance, school politics, and sibling dynamics into a witty coming‑of‑age tale.
First publish date: June 21, 2007
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: Janette Rallison
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