The Virginity Club

Kate Brian, Michael Frost, . . Simon Pulse, $5.99 (336pp) ISBN 978-1-4169-0346-8

"Despite its suggestive title, the big swoons in Brian's novel are mostly reserved for the ultimate goal of being admitted to the selective college of one's choice," PW said. "A feel-good message about remaining true to oneself provides the ballast for this fluffy confection." Ages 14-up. (June)

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