Book Series · 3 Books

The Mates, Dates Books

In order from Mates, Dates, and Great Escapes to Mates, Dates, and Chocolate Cheats.

The Mates, Dates series is a set of 3 chapter books by Cathy Hopkins, published between 2004 and 2005. Written for ages 12–15, most books run about 220 pages.

Mates, Dates, and Great Escapes
Mates, Dates, and Chocolate Cheats
Mates, Dates, and Diamond Destiny
Mates, Dates, and Great Escapes
Mates, Dates, and Chocolate Cheats
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First Book in the Series

Mates, Dates, and Great Escapes
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Book #9 · Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2004

Mates, Dates, and Great Escapes

By Cathy Hopkins

A school trip to Florence offers Lucy a fashion dream and a relationship escape.

224 pages· 35,703 words· Est. 4 hour read
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Summary: Lucy embarks on a school trip to Florence, a dream for an aspiring dress designer. Amidst the allure of Italian fashion, she finds a temporary escape from her rocky relationship with Tony. Will the beauty of Florence inspire her to pursue her dreams, or will unresolved feelings pull her back? As she navigates the vibrant streets, Lucy must confront her desires and decide what truly matters.
In reading order

The Mates, Dates Series

3 books · Published 2004–2005

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Mates, Dates, and Great Escapes

Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2004

A school trip to Florence offers Lucy a fashion dream and a relationship escape.

#10

Mates, Dates, and Chocolate Cheats

Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2005

Struggling with self-image, a teen's quest for weight loss risks overshadowing her true worth and budding opportunities.

Mates, Dates, and Diamond Destiny

Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2005

Charity work leads to unexpected feelings and a clash of motives.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Mates, Dates series?

There are 3 books in the Mates, Dates series. It began with Mates, Dates, and Great Escapes in 2004, and the newest book, Mates, Dates, and Chocolate Cheats, was published in 2005.

What order should you read the Mates, Dates books in?

Start with Mates, Dates, and Great Escapes and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the Mates, Dates books best for?

The series is best for ages 12–15, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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