Weetzie Bat
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Block, Francesca Lia
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Weetzie Bat
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HarperCollins 2009
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"Transcendent." —New York Times Book Review

"Magnificent." —Village Voice

"Sparkling." —Publishers Weekly

Francesca Lia Block's dazzling debut novel, Weetzie Bat, is not only a genre-shattering, critically acclaimed gem, it's also widely recognized as a classic of young adult literature, having captivated readers for generations.

This coming-of-age novel follows the eponymous Weetzie Bat and her best friend Dirk as they navigate life and love in a timeless, dreamlike version of Los Angeles. When Weetzie is granted three wishes by a genie, she discovers that there are unexpected ramifications....

Winner of the prestigious Phoenix Award, Weetzie Bat is a beautiful, poetic work of magical realism that is perfect for fans of Laura Ruby, Neil Gaiman, and Kelly Link.

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Street Date:
10/06/2009
Language:
English
ISBN:
9780061971792
ASIN:
B00181YD2G
Lexile measure:
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Francesca Lia Block. (2009). Weetzie Bat. HarperCollins.

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Francesca Lia Block. 2009. Weetzie Bat. HarperCollins.

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Francesca Lia Block, Weetzie Bat. HarperCollins, 2009.

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Francesca Lia Block. Weetzie Bat. HarperCollins, 2009.

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"Magnificent." —Village Voice

"Sparkling." —Publishers Weekly

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This coming-of-age novel follows the eponymous Weetzie Bat and her best friend Dirk as they navigate life and love in a timeless, dreamlike version of Los Angeles. When Weetzie is granted three wishes by a genie, she discovers that there are unexpected ramifications....

Winner of the prestigious Phoenix Award, Weetzie Bat is a beautiful, poetic work of magical realism that is perfect for fans of Laura Ruby, Neil Gaiman, and Kelly Link.

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"Magnificent." —Village Voice

"Sparkling." —Publishers Weekly

Francesca Lia Block's dazzling debut novel, Weetzie Bat, is not only a genre-shattering, critically acclaimed gem, it's also widely recognized as a classic of young adult literature, having captivated readers for generations.

This coming-of-age novel follows the eponymous Weetzie Bat and her best friend Dirk as they navigate life and love in a timeless, dreamlike version of Los Angeles. When Weetzie is granted three wishes by a genie, she discovers that there are unexpected ramifications....

Winner of the prestigious Phoenix Award, Weetzie Bat is a beautiful, poetic work of magical realism that is perfect for fans of Laura Ruby, Neil Gaiman, and Kelly Link.

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