![]() ![]() ![]() The author adds a second layer of storytelling by including the comic strips that Evan creates about the imaginary world he and Lucy created when they were kids. In the short amount of time, the characters are developed and fully realized. The story takes place primarily during the two weeks of winter break and the author does a masterful job of characterization with Lucy, Evan, Evan's friends and family. Evan struggles to become his own person, trying to figure out a way to please his parents and himself. Lucy's exploits with drugs, boys and homelessness are detailed briefly midway through the novel along with her obvious regret. The conversations and relationship dynamics between Lucy and Evan shift from friends, to boyfriend and girlfriend and back again. ![]() Nothing earth shattering happens, no zombies are released, no vampires sparkle. Evan struggles to reunite and reconnect with his closest friend, while Lucy struggles to reconcile her behavior while living with her mom in Georgia with who she is around Evan and his family. This year is no exception.however, Lucy has changed. Every winter break, Evan's best friend Lucy returns to visit her father. ![]()
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