The Big Ask
Simon James Green author Ali Ardington illustrator Mallory Heyer illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers
Published:6th Jun '24
£7.99
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A life-affirming teen rom-com from award-winning author Simon James Green (Dyslexia-friendly)
Alfie Parker has bagged the hottest date to prom … hasn’t he? A life-affirming teen romance from bestselling author Simon James Green.
Alfie Parker has bagged the hottest date to prom … hasn’t he? A life-affirming teen romance from bestselling author Simon James Green.
Harvey is popular, cool, plays football and has been in a relationship with his girlfriend Summer for as long as anyone can remember. Alfie is not popular, not cool, has a sick note so he doesn’t have to play any sport, and has been in a relationship with his Xbox since forever.
So when Summer dramatically dumps Harvey just a few days before the school prom, no one is expecting Alfie to ask Harvey to be his date. Least of all Alfie. But sometimes amazing things can happen when you take a chance …
Particularly suitable for readers aged 13+ with a reading age of 8.
"Delightfully funny, uplifting and sweet. The queer high-school promposal drama I wish I'd had as a teen!" – Lauren James
"The Big Ask tells the hilariously heartwarming story of two boys and their foray into romance and bravery … [Simon's] stories always remind me of why I love YA so much!” – Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
"Fizzes with joy, wit and hope" – Ian Eagleton
"I was unable to keep the cheesiest grin off my face reading The Big Ask … Full of Simon's trademark wit and hilarity, The Big Ask is utterly gorgeous! There's no other word for it!" – George Lester
"I loved this charming, funny and incredibly sweet read … Set in the run-up to prom night, it’s packed with Simon’s trademark wit, emotion and chaos!" – Lisa Williamson
"With all of Simon James Green’s signature banter and humour, both Alfie and Harvey learn that the only expectations they need to live up to are their own – an important lesson for any age." – Irish Examiner
"Funny, kind and hopeful … Schools – this is perfect to have in the library for all those kids who have a prom coming up." – Next Page Books
"Perfect for Heartstopper fans … authentic and relatable for all readers … Joyful, sensitive and heartwarming, The Big Ask will give you the warm, fuzzy feelings of a first love without labels." – Check 'Em Out Books
ISBN: 9781800902428
Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 8mm
Weight: 200g
120 pages