Besides, she doesn t need to rely on them with her natural knack for capturing what it s like being a teen trying to figure out life when the most adults let you do is decorate your bedroom. Colasanti would have been better leaving out her random pop culture references (Topher Grace, 13 going on 30, Dawson s Creek), as they will already appear dated to teens. By Jocelyn Kelley, Contributor Freelance journalist, marketing consultant, book lover. Obsessively analyzing every last detail of your (and everyone else s) love life. Susane Colasantis bestselling books strike a chord with teenage girls, often finding a fan base with adults as well, because they shine a light on the angst, worries, dreams, and passion of youth while always giving an optimistic spin to every story. Waiting in line for the special pink cupcakes at Magnolia bakery. Indeed, its core is the routines that give readers a deep sense of these teens lives. Rhiannon opens with Socrates to move the world, we must first move ourselves as she s debating whether to actually leave the house post-breakup! In the hothouse world of adolescent angst, the novel should be eye-opening to readers in its depiction of the same events from multiple perspectives.Īlthough a problem novel (drug use, sexual abuse, etc.), Take Me There never focuses exclusively on angst. Susane Colasanti is the bestselling author of When It Happens, Take Me There, Waiting For You,, So Much Closer, Keep Holding On, and All I Need. (Nicole + 1 dark secret.) Add all equations = drama and one terrific book.Ĭolasanti uses the divided narrative of three voices in different fonts, and interspersed with quotes related to the theme of each section. Significant others Rhiannon- Steve, Nicole- Danny, James hoping for just him + Rhiannon.

Seth is a broken mess after his girlfriend breaks up with him on graduation day no less. She wants to be swept off her feet and this summer she finally meets the guy who can make her feel this way. Skye is a hopeless romantic whos in love with the idea of true love. Rhiannon loves math, and must consider these recent equations: Best friends Rhiannon + Nicole + James forever. All I Need is a serendipity story about love, fate and soul mates.

All i need by susane colasanti