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**__Book review for: Along for the Ride by Sarah Dessen.__ ** **__Review by: Camryn__ **
 * __A Heartfelt and Adventurous Ride__ **


 * On the New York Best Seller’s List and was described as a “must have” by, Voya starred review, __Along for the Ride__  by Sarah Dessen, will really take you on a ride. This enjoyable read is great for girls and even boys, ages 12 and up. This book has mysterious, memorable and hilarious characters that will keep you on your toes and find a place in your heart.Moreover, the plot really connects to Sarah’s other books, that are also intriguing and captivating. This plot has many conflicts, that take twists and turns in the story and explain lessons to the readers. Overall, __Along for the Ride__ deserves its place in the New York Best Seller’s List and should be read by girls and boys ages 12 and above. **


 * To start off, Sarah Dessen made the characters unforgettable and realistic. One of the main characters, Eli, was the most remarkable and mysterious. He had a deep secret, many people knew about, that made Eli, himself. For instance when conversing with Auden, Eli spoke with his actions and not his words. Unlike Eli, Auden (the main character) did not have a secret and was just like teenagers in the real world. Alike us, she made mistakes and was amused and confused about the world. Sarah Dessen really captured the characters emotions, which made the characters believable, and developed a story that is delightful for all readers. **


 * Moving on the plot was a bumpy ride, full of different conflicts throughout the story, with unexpected twists and turns.The exposition starts off with Auden fist visiting her dad and his wife, Heidi over the summer and her trying to find her way along Colby, and her place in Colby. **
 * The rising action then builds up to Auden encountering new friends, breaking a heart, and the mysterious Eli. Meanwhile, the climax is the most exhilarating when Eli and Auden start getting together and set out on a quest, while Heidi and Auden’s dad separate after so much stress. Following the climax, the story then does a turn, in which Eli and Auden break up, Auden discovers what her summer is really about, and completes the missing part of her quest. To find out her quest, the lesson Auden learns and what happens to both Eli and Auden, you must read this bumpy ride. **


 * “This summer vacation-themed story will be savored,” is what School Library says about __Along for the Ride__ . Moreover, this book not only achieved an award (New York Times Best Seller’s List) but the author, Sarah Dessen has also won many awards including the South Carolina Young Adult Book Award. Sarah states about all of her books, that she finds with her writing that the beginnings are usually from real life. Furthermore, Sarah has written many other books similar to this one, that have a kindred setting and plot to __Along for the Ride__ , like <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline;">__Keeping the Moon__ <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">. She suggests to all of her readers, “There are so many stories out there waiting to be told. You just have to keep your eyes open.” **


 * <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">In conclusion, you should indubitably read <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline;">__Along for the Ride__ <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"> by Sarah Dessen. The characters and plot are truly memorable and exciting. The whole story will really warm your heart and intrigue your mind, and as you can see from reviewers this book is a must read. If you treasure this story you will definitely want to read Sarah’s “stylish and funny” book <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline;">__Keeping the Moon.__ <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">So go pick up Along for the Ride, “keep your eyes open” and savor this heartfelt and adventurous ride. **