Like Am I Normal Yet?, this book gives the reader a great introduction to different feminist ideas, and I liked the discussions of why while being a feminist can be tough, it is definitely worthwhile. I love that there are a whole range of feminist characters in the books and that discussions of feminism are just a part of their friendship. “ writing style keeps me hooked, makes me feel things and genuinely makes me think hard about important issues.Fans of Am I Normal Yet? will enjoy the emails and Skype sessions with Evie and Lottie. You’ll have to read it to see for yourself' - Fable & Table I cannot get over how many times I snorted out loud whilst reading this book.

'The story is equal parts hilarious and heart-wrenching. I really love this series.” - Lucy the Reader ”When I received this book I let out a squeal. Well-written and thoughtful, this has a thoroughly authentic twenty-first century teen voice and lightens serious issues with humour.” - LoveReading4Kids ”Holly Bourne’s new novel demonstrates that with the right female friends, and a decent supply of cheesy snacks, a girl can get through anything. The second instalment in her Normal series tells Amber's story of first love, friendship and addiction.” - The Sunday Express

”Holly Bourne is hugely popular with the young adult audience. ”Holly Bourne truly is the Queen of YA!” - Humaira Kauser, age 17, for LoveReading4Kids ”Emotive and thought provoking this searingly honest book deals with the biggest life lesson of all - nobody's perfect.” - South Wales Daily Post A really satisfying page turner.” - BookTrust ”Written with humour and warmth, Amber's story perfectly captures the emotional rollercoaster that is love: embracing all its joy and pain, whether it be for family, friends or a gorgeous boy. ”Bourne talks about feminism so openly and truthfully in her books and if you ever doubted the intelligence, ability or passion of teenage girls read her books and you never will again.” - Muchbooks reader review on Guardian Children's Books It's also refreshing to see feminism highlighted in such a positive and relevant way for teenagers.” - Fiona Noble, The Bookseller She writes with such humour and great honesty, with wonderfully relatable characters. “I'm a big Holly Bourne fan and this is my favourite yet. But can he really be interested in her? Even with best friends Evie and Lottie’s advice, Amber’s finding love is hard. And then there’s Kyle, the most American person Amber’s ever met. But Amber’s hoping that spending the summer with her can change all that. Her mum has never been the caring type, even before she moved to California, got remarried and had a personality transplant.

How hard can love be by holly bourne