Lockhart, E. (2008). The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau-Banks. New York, New York: Hyperion. ISBN: 9780786838189
352 pages
Classification: Fiction
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Age Level: 15-19
Stars: 5 stars
Subjects: Mystery, Adventure, High School, Relationships, Gender
Reader's Annotation
This novel tells the story of Frankie Landau-Banks' transformation from a perfect, straight-A student and a lovely young girl to a criminal mastermind who refuses to let boys tell her what she can and cannot do.
Summary
Frankie Landau-Banks goes from geek to chic to brilliant criminal mastermind in this story. She was once a shy debate club member who knew she was intelligent but didn't have the courage to stand up for herself. With the passing of a year, she acquired a great figure, a gorgeous senior boyfriend, and a full awareness of her intelligence and wit. When she learns that her boyfriend is a member of a secret club that refuses her admittance on the basis of her gender, she decides to show them a thing or two about what she's really capable of.
Notes
Girls will find this book hilarious, smart, and funny, and will likely feel empowered by this story of a smart, edgy female who isn't afraid to stand up for who she is and all that she is capable of.
Awards
2008 National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist
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