Readers will root for Leo as he finds his place in the world. Bitch Media Leo is a relatable character. Booklist A heartwarming story about masculinity and finding yourself. character-driven exploration of mental health through friendship, family, and art. Bulletin Walton's personal story focuses on the internal life of Leo, whose voice and character prove to be completely endearing. Kirkus Reviews, starred review A feel-good story, with shades of Holes and The Karate Kid, useful for readers who appreciate tales of an awkward outsider-turned-hero with acknowledged weaknesses and unexpected strengths. Praise for Just Our Luck ★ Leo's singular voice keeps pages turning and chuckles coming but also communicates a wealth of insight on topics from mental health stigma to toxic masculinity.

A feel-good story, with shades of Holes and The Karate Kid - Bulletin But what could the brilliant, ruthless, forbidden Evey Paros want from Leo? Sharp, honest, and compulsively readable, Just Our Luck is as funny as it is heartwarming. Seeing that Leo is desperate to enroll in anything but self-defense class, Evey cuts him a deal: she'll secretly enroll him in hot yoga instead-for a price. But who does Leo see sitting at the front desk of the local gym? Evey Paros, whose family supposedly cursed Leo's with bad luck. Now Leo's father thinks a self-defense class is exactly what his son needs to man up. But Leo's anxiety just caused a fight at school, and though he didn't lie, he wasn't exactly honest about how it all went down. That was the first rule for life that Leo's Greek grandmother, Yia Yia, gave him before she died. ★ A masterpiece -Kirkus, starred review Bad luck follows lies.

About the Book 'Leo has always been told to stay away from Evey Paros, but after his anxiety disorder causes a fight at school, he has no choice but to ask for her help'-īook Synopsis From the author of Words on Bathroom Walls-now a major motion picture-comes a romance in the spirit of Dear Evan Hansen about overcoming anxiety-and about finding love and friendship in unlikely places.

Julia walton author