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The Learning Curves of Vanessa Partridge
The Learning Curves of Vanessa Partridge | Clare Strahan
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Vanessa (Van) Partridge is curious about the idea of having sex. But she can't tell anyone. And no one would believe her anyway - because everyone knows she's a goody-two-shoes. But over the summer holidays, Van rebels and everything changes. At first it feels like delicious freedom as she explores her independence, practising her favourite cello pieces, reconnecting with her long-time summer friend Kelsey and exploring her attraction to environmental activist Bodhi. But when her sense of self is shaken, Van wrestles with issues of desire and consent, and the questions that have been plaguing her all along… Can someone with sensible plaits and an interest in philosophy really be a raving sex-o-maniac? And if they are, is there anything wrong with that? The Learning Curves of Vanessa Partridge is a funny and warm coming-of-age novel about love, sex, friendship, family, and finding your voice. 'A wonderfully original voice and an irresistible protagonist who captures the complex, hilarious, and messy inner life of girls. Witty, funny and heartbreaking - I wished I could lean into the pages and give Vanessa a hug.' - Melissa Keil
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Missusb
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2018 was a great year for me. I worked part time in a school library, got a semi regular gig on ABC radio and was invited to judge the YA category for the Qld Premier‘s Literary Awards. My pick today might be a bit strange given two very critically acclaimed books were also published. Lenny‘s Book of Everything and Between Us scooped all the awards. But Vanessa really spoke to me and I loved her braveness & intelligence. #tenbooksonedecade #2018

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thegirlwiththelibrarybag
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One for the tbr tower... I went to the book launch (last year?) and was like YES this sounds like a book for me... ahhh - I need a holiday with a hammock, my tbr tower and someone who smiles encouragingly and cooks amazing food!

kgriffith That sounds like an amazing holiday indeed 😀 5y
thegirlwiththelibrarybag @kgriffith, it does indeed 😂 I‘ll keep dreaming 5y
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The tagged book is an uncorrected proof. Anyone ever read one of these? Was it frustrating? I am going to give it a go as I got these at St. Vincent‘s Hamilton today for a grand total of $4! Had Mexican and a sneaky cocktail for lunch too.

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Missusb
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Not an ideal way to read a book, but I don‘t care much. One chapter in, and I‘m hooked. #preview #mayrelease2018 #rso #loveozya #yaliterature #clarestrahan #currentlyreading

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