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Northanger Alibi
by Jenni James ![]() Seattle Washington, and the Russo family, are no match for Claire Hart and her savvy knowledge of all things vampire-related. Thanks to her obsession with the Twilight series—if there is anyone would know a vampire when she saw one, it's Claire. She's positive that the totally hot Tony Russo is a vampire, and she just has to prove it! Follow Claire's hilarious journey on her first summer adventure away from home, where she learns that everything isn't what it seems, and in some instances, reality is way better than anything she'd ever find in a book. Price:
Endorsements on Northanger Alibi A must-read for any Twilight obsessed teen (and their moms). Hilarious, fun and romantic. --TwilightMOMS.com * * * With so many YA fantasy books to choose from, Northanger Alibi reminds us in comical, relatable ways that mythical creatures aren't always what they're cracked up to be and real boys can be even better. --Eve'sFanGarden.com * * * Stephenie Meyer meets Jane Austen in this humorous, romantic tale of a girl on a mission to find her very own Edward Cullen. I didn't want it to end! --Mandy Hubbard, author of Prada & Prejudice * * * We often speak of Jane Austen's satiric wit, her social commentary, her invention of the domestic novel. But Jenni James, in this delicious retelling of Northanger Abbey, casts new light on Austen's genius in portraying relationships and the foibles of human nature--in this case, the projection of our literary fantasies onto our daily experience. --M.M. Bennetts, author of May 1812. * * * Author Jenni James captures the emotions, stresses and [imaginings] of teenager Claire Hart as she compares her dream vacation in Seattle, Washington to her favorite book Twilight, finding similarities that couldn’t possibly be just coincidences. * * * When Twilight fan Claire Hart is invited on a summer trip to her ultimate vacation destination of Washington, her imagination causes more trouble than she bargained for. [Amid] a spontaneous kiss in the mall from Jaden Black to Tony Russo’s quiet attention and old fashioned ways, Clare dreams of werewolves and vampires. Will she discover true love… [in real] life is better than any book could ever be? * * * Easily the most authentic new voice in YA literature, combines powerful imagination, sublime dialogue and intricate characterization to excellent effect. Austen just got a new attitude and relevance that makes this essential reading for the modern generation. --Drew Cross, author of BiteMARKS * * * I couldn't wait to find out what happened next in this lighthearted and entertaining read by Jenni James. I fell in love with Claire and Tony the same way I fell in love with Edward and Bella in Twilight. Northanger Alibi has all the ingredients of a great love story. --Greta Gunselman, www.killerromance.com. ![]() |
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