About the Author
Lynn Painter
ISBN 9781398537866
Rs. 798
Simon & Schuster
Fake Skating
Who it's for: Readers who enjoy contemporary fiction about friendship and personal growth
Dani and Alec were childhood best friends, sharing adventures from playground playdates to secret movie theater visits. However, their bond was severed when Dani moved away. Years later, Dani returns to Minnesota, eager to rekindle her friendship with Alec. To her surprise, the Alec she remembers is gone, replaced by a teenage hockey star who basks in the adoration of their town. Why You Should Read? Nostalgic Reunion: Experience the heartwarming journey of reconnecting with a childhood friend and the challenges of rediscovering each other. Character Transformation: Witness Alec’s evolution from a nerdy child to a celebrated hockey star, exploring themes of identity and change. Small-Town Dynamics: Delve into the unique culture of a town where hockey players are revered, offering a glimpse into the lives of those in the spotlight. Emotional Depth: Engage with a story that balances humor, nostalgia, and the complexities of growing up and changing. Relatable Themes: Relate to the universal experiences of friendship, change, and the search for belonging.
Highlights
- Explores themes of identity and change through Alec's evolution from a nerdy child to a hockey star.
- Set in a small Minnesota town where hockey players are revered.
- Balances humor, nostalgia, and the complexities of growing up.
- Focuses on the universal experiences of friendship, change, and belonging.
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What is the book about?
It's about Dani and Alec, childhood best friends who are separated when Dani moves away. When she returns to Minnesota, she finds Alec has become a popular hockey star, and they must navigate their changed relationship.
Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Dani and Alec. They were close friends in childhood, but after Dani moves away and later returns, she discovers Alec is now a teenage hockey star.
What themes does the book explore?
The book explores themes of friendship, identity, change, small-town dynamics, and the search for belonging.
Where is the story set?
The story is set in Minnesota, in a town where hockey players are highly regarded.




