Jerk, California
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2008 · Est. 8 hour read

Jerk, California

Written by Jonathan Friesen

A young man embarks on a journey to uncover family secrets and find acceptance.

3.8 Goodreads · 3,256 ratings
327 pages· 71,008 words· Est. 8 hour read· HL510L
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Bookroo's summary

Sam's life is a whirlwind of challenges, marked by his inherited Tourette's Syndrome. Determined to uncover the truth about his family, he embarks on a cross-country journey. Along the way, Sam discovers unexpected love and acceptance, but will he find the answers he seeks? As he navigates the complexities of his condition and the mysteries of his past, Sam's quest becomes one of self-discovery and hope. What truths will he uncover, and how will they reshape his understanding of family and identity?

From the publisher

Read Jonathan Friesen’s posts on the Penguin Blog. This Schneider Family Book Award winner changed the face of Tourette’s Syndrome for modern teens. Wrought with tension, romance, and hope, Jerk, California tells the story of Sam, who sets out on a cross-country quest to learn the truth about his family and his inherited Tourette’s Syndrome, along the way finding both love and acceptance.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
327
Words
71,008
Reading age
12–99+
Audience
Young Adult
Lexile
HL510L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.3
F&P level
~N
AR points
9
AR interest level
UG
AR quiz
126100
Publication
Published
September 4, 2008
Publisher
Speak
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780142412039
LCCN
2008007922
OCLC
216938818

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