Nick and Nora’s Infinite Playlist by Rachel Cohn and David Levithan

Title: Nick and Nora’s Infinite Playlist
Author: Rachel Cohn and David Levithan
Publish Date: May 2006
Publisher: Random House Children's Books
Pages: 192pp
ISBN: 0375835318
Classification: Fiction
Genre: Teen Romance/Realistic Fiction
Reading Level: 14 and up
Cost: $16.95
Barnes & Noble: $8.09

Annotation: Two vulnerable teens with plenty of wit and wisdom accidentally meet up in a club, begin “dating” within five minutes, and share an adventurous first date set against the backdrop of New York City.

Summary: At a New York Club one night Nick, a bass player in a queercore punk band convinces a stranger, Norah--a pessimistic girl with a passion for good music, to pose as his girlfriend in order to fool the girl who broke his heart, which happens to be one of Norah’s friends. During this pseudo relationship a kiss happens, in which unleashing an entire night filled with all the ups, downs, and sideways that being a teen in today’s world brings.

Evaluation: LOVED! The dialog is realistic and yes that means foul language (like the F word) but teens today are hyper aware of this kind of language—in all honestly they most likely use this language on a daily basis. That is why this book is such a win, it is relatable (whether we as adults like it or not). And with that relatable component comes more teen readers.

Bibliotherapeutic Usefulness:

• Depicts the depths of love and how it’s not always puppy dogs and rainbows.
• Music can heal you, if you let it.
• Real love doesn't require conditions.
• You shouldn't have to change just to be with someone, they should accept you the way you are.
  

Reason this book was chosen: As a music lover, I was instantly attracted to the story. I also saw the movie and fell in love with it. Although, it should be noted that the movie is very different from the book.

Similar Titles:
Youth in Revolt: The Journals of Nick Twisp by C. D Payne
Whip It by Shauna Cross
Astonishing Adventures of Fanboy and Gothgirl by Barry Lyga

Extra Information
This book has been adapted into a film. Click HERE for further details.
Want to check out the Infinite Playlist? Click HERE!

Author Website:  Click HERE for Rachel Cohn Click HERE for David Levithan
Author Website: Click HERE for David Levithan

Awards: 

ALA Best Books for Young Adults, 2007

ALA Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers, 2007

ALA Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults, 2008

Cybils Award, 2006