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I'd Rather be Famous Pete Johnson

I'd Rather be Famous By Pete Johnson

I'd Rather be Famous by Pete Johnson


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Summary

After appearing on a television dating show, Jade, blinded by fame, thinks losing her boyfriend is worth the price and agrees to become engaged to her date to whip up press attention. However, she begins to regret her choices and wonders whether she can put things right.

I'd Rather be Famous Summary

I'd Rather be Famous by Pete Johnson

Sixteen-year-old Jade longs to be famous and gets her chance when she appears on a dating show and wins. Suddenly Jade and her 'date' Rupert are celebrities and they love it. Jade's boyfriend Adam hates what she is doing and ends their relationship, but Jade still thinks that fame is worth it. When the fuss begins to die down Rupert suggests he and Jade get engaged to whip up new press attention. Jade goes along with this until she begins to see the situation for what it is. She has to face up to the difference between dream and reality and see if she can put things right with Adam.

About Pete Johnson

Pete Johnson worked as an English teacher and a film critic for Radio 1 before becoming a full-time writer. He is well known as a writer across the age range. THE GHOST DOG, a book for younger readers, won the 1997 Young Telegraph Award. Pete is a popular visitor in schools and libaries. He lives in St Albans, Hertfordshire.

Additional information

GOR003917572
9780141315461
0141315466
I'd Rather be Famous by Pete Johnson
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Penguin Random House Children's UK
20030501
224
N/A
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