I could probably talk about 247 books in this post. It’s practically impossible to narrow it down, so I decided to just go with a recent favorite: Dairy Queen by Catherine Gilbert Murdock.
When you don’t talk, there’s a lot of stuff that ends up not getting said. Harsh words indeed, from Brian Nelson of all people. But, D.J. can’t help admitting, maybe he’s right. When you don’t talk, there’s a lot of stuff that ends up not getting said. Stuff like why her best friend, Amber, isn’t so friendly anymore. Or why her little brother, Curtis, never opens his mouth. Why her mom has two jobs and a big secret. Why her college-football-star brothers won’t even call home. Why her dad would go ballistic if she tried out for the high school football team herself. And why Brian is so, so out of her league. When you don’t talk, there’s a lot of stuff that ends up not getting said. Welcome to the summer that fifteen-year-old D.J. Schwenk of Red Bend, Wisconsin, learns to talk, and ends up having an awful lot of stuff to say.
It sounds like an utterly unassuming book, right? It’s really one of those marvelous gems of a book that just knocks you right off your feet. It’s pretty incredible. D.J. has one of the most honest and believable voices I have ever had the pleasure of reading. Don’t take my word for it:
“Dairy Queen is a flawless and enjoyable book. It is definitely one I recommend, even for people who are not football fans.” – Megan
“I don’t think I’ll ever tire of books surprising me the way this book did. It’s such a wonderful coming of age book that was funny and heartwarming and smart! The writing, plot and it’s characters were amazing and I can’t wait to to read book two and three!” – Tina
“An absolutely amazing series, equally good on print as on audiobook, that I would not hesitate to recommend to everyone. I wish there would be more D.J. in the future. I would read 20 books about her without blinking.” – YA Bliss
Still need convincing?
I hope that you’re interested in this amazing trilogy now. If you want more info you can check out my Dairy Queen review, the Amazon page, and the Goodreads page.
Well crud, I wanted to read this before but now I want to read it NOW! I wish I didn’t have so much on my plate already.
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yes I NEED to read this book. I already read your audiobook review. I am happy you are still so in love with it that you would create a post about it!
- Juhina @ Maji Bookshelf
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Yep, I need to get it ;P
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I have this on my list for audiobooks from my library!! It sounds really good!! I hadn’t heard of it until I saw it on your blog in a mailbox post, then your review was awesome!! I definitely need to read this one!!!
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I LOVED this book! Such a great story
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This book sounds super cute! I love the cover model’s t-shirt. Totally fitting.
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I remember you telling me about this at DBF. I really do need to read it! And those are awesome stats for a book!
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This is a great book but, I think, pretty different as these things go. I’ve written about it several times because of that. Great choice.
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I actually plan on reading this soon.
I have the audiobook checked out from the library right now. So glad to hear it is wonderful!
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Looks like a cute book.
Have a fun day!!
Elizabeth
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I’v seen this around, but never really payed much attention. But now I think I’ll check it out.
I’ve had this on my TBR for a while. Thanks for the reminder. I SERIOULY need to read this book!
You awesome you! What a fabulous idea for a post! Thanks for the quote also <3
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