“Balog’s story is very unique, she puts so much emotion and realism into her characters, and has an outstanding sense of humor.”
When Gwendolyn “Dough” Reilly’s boyfriend and best friend Wish moves away in seventh grade, the only consolation she can find is in her family bakery’s donuts. Now, it’s sophomore year, and Wish is coming back. But in only three years, they’ve both changed—drastically. She’s seriously overweight, and suddenly Wish is the most popular guy in school, and girls everywhere want him.
Dough has doubts that appearances don’t matter and that Wish can love her as she is, so she launches into a plan designed to keep them together. That is, until she discovers that Wish’s gorgeous looks and charm might not be all they appear to be.
Real reviews.
“The plot moves along at a steady pace and the suspense builds appropriately . . . Dough’s witty voice keeps the narration entertaining. Fans of fairy-tale romances will like it.”
– School Library Journal
“I haven’t read a book like this one in a long time . . . (Balog’s) story is very unique, she puts so much emotion and realism into her characters, and has an outstanding sense of humor.”
