Books like Every exquisite thing by Matthew Quick
Nanette O’Hare, a celebrated student and athlete, receives a mysterious out‑of‑print cult‑classic novel from her devoted teacher. The book sparks a rebellious fire within her, driving her to question norms and pursue her true self. In her quest to manifest authenticity, Nanette befriends a reclusive author and learns that rebellion—and self‑realization—often come with unexpected price.
The story explores the dynamics of teacher‑student relationships and the power of literature to ignite personal transformation.
Keywords:
- Nanette O'Hare
- student
- athlete
- cult classic novel
- teacher‑student relationship
- rebellion
- self‑realization
- authenticity
- reclusive author
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Matthew Quick
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