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I Believe in a Thing Called Love

Maurene Goo
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I Believe in a Thing Called Love

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

Book Brief

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Maurene Goo

I Believe in a Thing Called Love

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL690L

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Super Short Summary

I Believe in a Thing Called Love by Maurene Goo follows a high school student who is determined to find romance using strategies from Korean dramas. As she navigates the complexities of relationships and personal growth, her plans lead to unexpected results, highlighting the unpredictable nature of love and the importance of authenticity.

Romantic

Humorous

Emotional

Playful

Reviews & Readership

3.9

12,958 ratings

56%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Maurene Goo's I Believe in a Thing Called Love offers a charming, humorous take on teenage romance, delighting readers with its relatable protagonist and clever antics inspired by K-dramas. Critics praise its engaging narrative and cultural insights, though some note predictability in the plot. Overall, it's celebrated for its heartwarming appeal and authenticity.

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Who Should Read I Believe in a Thing Called Love?

Readers who relish I Believe in a Thing Called Love by Maurene Goo often enjoy heartwarming, humorous tales of self-discovery and romance. Comparable to Jenny Han's To All the Boys I've Loved Before, it's ideal for fans of young adult fiction with relatable characters and cultural insights.

3.9

12,958 ratings

56%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL690L

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