title: Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist
author:  Rachel Cohn 
description: Grade 9 Up What happens when two witty, wise, but vulnerable teens meet by accident at a chaotic punk rock club? They fall in love, of course. While both are dealing with the fallout of failed relationships and the infinite hurt that accompanies them, they are questioning everything about themselves, their friends, and their future paths. The passion and intelligence of these characters, along with the authors' intimate knowledge of and complete respect for their audience, make this novel unique. Told in alternating chapters over the course of a single night, the narratives create a fully fleshed-out picture of both teens, informed by their love of music, their devotion to their friends, and their clear-eyed view of the world. These kids don't drink or do drugs and it's solely their obsession with music that takes them to these clubs. One of Norah's relatives calls her a potty mouth, and that's no exaggeration. Throughout the book, the expletives fly fast and furious, but they are more about personal expression and in-your-face attitude than about strong emotions. Yet, there is also considerable depth and sensitivity. Norah explains the Jewish concept of <i>tikkun olam</i> the responsibility to heal a fractured world and Nick comes up with an original spin on it. There are many heart-stopping, insightful moments in this supremely satisfying and sexy romance. A first-rate read.<i> Tracy Karbel, Glenside Public Library District, Glendale Heights, IL</i> <br />Copyright  Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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  It all starts when Nick asks Norah to be his girlfriend for five minutes. He
  only needs five minutes to avoid his ex-girlfriend, who’s just walked in to
  his band’s show. With a new guy. And then, with one kiss, Nick and Norah are
  off on an adventure set against the backdrop of New York City — and smack in
  the middle of all the joy, anxiety, confusion, and excitement of a first date.
  
  
  This he said/she said romance told by YA stars Rachel Cohn and David Levithan
  is a sexy, funny roller coaster of a story about one date over one very long
  night, with two teenagers, both recovering from broken hearts, who are just
  trying to figure out who they want to be — and where the next great band is
  playing.
  
  
  Told in alternating chapters, teeming with music references, humor, angst, and
  endearing side characters, this is a love story you’ll wish were your very
  own. Working together for the first time, Rachel Cohn and David Levithan have
  combined forces to create a book that is sure