Homeroom Diaries by Patterson, James

An endearing and original heroine proves that everyone can use a helping hand once in a while, in this highly illustrated fictional diary, perfect for teen graduates of The Dork Diaries and Diary of a Wimpy Kid series

Margaret "Cuckoo" Clarke recently had a brief stay in a mental institution following an emotional breakdown, but she's turning over a new leaf with her "Operation Happiness". She's determined to beat down the bad vibes of the Haters, the Terror Teachers, and all of the trials and tribulations of high school by writing and drawing in her diary. And when life gets really tough, she works through her own moments of uncertainty through imaginary conversations with her favorite literary characters.

Cuckoo's also got a nearly impossible mission: she, along with her misfit band of self-deprecating friends decide to bridge the gap between warring cliques and "bring the Nations together". Not everyone is so willing to join hands and get along, but Cuckoo never stops smiling . . . until one of her closest friends, pushed to desperation by a Hater prank, decides that enough is enough.

Author: James Patterson, Lisa Papademetriou
Publisher: Jimmy Patterson
Published: 07/21/2014
Pages: 272
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 8.40h x 6.20w x 1.20d
ISBN: 9780316207621
Age Range: 12-15

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.6
Point Value: 5
Interest Level: Upper Grade
Quiz #/Name: 167312 / Homeroom Diaries


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 05/12/2014
School Library Journal 06/01/2014 pg. 127

About the Author
James Patterson is the most popular storyteller of our time. The creator of Maximum Ride and Crazy House, he has donated more than three million books to students and soldiers, as well as millions of dollars to independent bookstores and school libraries. He lives in Florida with his family.