The very first book from the creator of the million-copy bestselling Heartstopper books wins fans as "The Catcher in the Ryefor the digital age." Solitairefeatures the characters that inspired the beloved webcomic and graphic novel seriesHeartstoppernow a major Netflix series.

This incredible debut novel by outstanding young author Alice Oseman is perfect for fans of John Green, Rainbow Rowell, and all unflinchingly honest writers.

In case youre wondering, this is not a love story.

My name is Tori Spring. I like to sleep and I like to blog. Last yearbefore all that stuff with Charlie and before I had to face the harsh realities of exams and university applications and the fact that one day I really will have to start talking to peopleI had friends. Things were very different, I guess, but that's all over now.

Now there's Solitaire. And Michael Holden. I don't know what Solitaire is trying to do, and I don't care about Michael Holden. I really don't.

*Times (London)