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Emergency Contact

Mary H.K. Choi
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Emergency Contact

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018

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Mary H.K. Choi

Emergency Contact

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

394

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Austin, Texas • 2010s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

15-24 years

Lexile Level

HL690L

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Super Short Summary

Emergency Contact by Mary H.K. Choi follows Penny and Sam, two individuals dealing with personal struggles who form a unique bond. They connect through text messages, becoming each other's confidants during challenging times. The narrative explores themes of friendship, communication, and personal growth as they navigate their individual journeys and support each other.

Humorous

Emotional

Bittersweet

Romantic

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.0

47,294 ratings

59%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Emergency Contact by Mary H.K. Choi is praised for its authentic portrayal of young adulthood, capturing the complexities of modern relationships with wit and depth. The dual narrative offers rich character development. However, some find the pacing slow, and the storyline predictable at times. Despite this, its relatable and nuanced characters resonate well with readers.

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Who Should Read Emergency Contact?

A reader who enjoys Emergency Contact by Mary H.K. Choi is likely drawn to contemporary young adult fiction with themes of digital communication and identity. Fans of Rainbow Rowell's Fangirl and Becky Albertalli's Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda will appreciate its exploration of young adult relationships and self-discovery.

4.0

47,294 ratings

59%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

394

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Austin, Texas • 2010s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

15-24 years

Lexile Level

HL690L

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