About this episode

Brenna and Joe discuss the predictable conventions and tropes in Sarah Dessen's 2009 novel Along For The Ride, highlighting the author's writing and characterizations.

Brenna and Joe return to the world of Sarah Dessen to discuss 2009's Along For The Ride . There are no surprises here: it's all predictable conventions and tropes...and we don't care *at all* thanks to Dessen's fantastic writing and characterizations. Plus: possibly the worst parents we've ever seen; internalized misogyny; and issues with the title and cover art. Wanna connect with the show? Follow us on Instagram and BlueSky @HKHSPod or use the hashtag #HKHSPod: > Brenna: @brennacgray > Joe: @bstolemyremote (Instagram) or @joelipsett (BlueSky) Have a mail bag question? Email us at hkhspod@gmail.com   Theme music: Letra “Like A Bird”   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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