4.2
Teens & Young Adult
The third novel by the phenomenally talented Alice Oseman, the author of the 2021 YA Book Prize winning Loveless, Solitaire and graphic novel series Heartstopper – now a major Netflix series.
For Angel Rahimi life is about one thing: The Ark – a pop-rock trio of teenage boys who are taking the world by storm. Being part of The Ark’s fandom has given her everything she loves – her friend Juliet, her dreams, her place in the world.
Jimmy Kaga-Ricci owes everything to The Ark. He’s their frontman – and playing in a band with his mates is all he ever dreamed of doing.
But dreams don’t always turn out the way you think and when Jimmy and Angel are unexpectedly thrust together, they find out how strange and surprising facing up to reality can be.
A funny, wise, and heartbreakingly true coming of age novel. I Was Born for This is a stunning reflection of modern teenage life, and the power of believing in something – especially yourself.
© 2018 Harper Fire (Audiobook): 9780008244118
Release date
Audiobook: 3 May 2018
4.2
Teens & Young Adult
The third novel by the phenomenally talented Alice Oseman, the author of the 2021 YA Book Prize winning Loveless, Solitaire and graphic novel series Heartstopper – now a major Netflix series.
For Angel Rahimi life is about one thing: The Ark – a pop-rock trio of teenage boys who are taking the world by storm. Being part of The Ark’s fandom has given her everything she loves – her friend Juliet, her dreams, her place in the world.
Jimmy Kaga-Ricci owes everything to The Ark. He’s their frontman – and playing in a band with his mates is all he ever dreamed of doing.
But dreams don’t always turn out the way you think and when Jimmy and Angel are unexpectedly thrust together, they find out how strange and surprising facing up to reality can be.
A funny, wise, and heartbreakingly true coming of age novel. I Was Born for This is a stunning reflection of modern teenage life, and the power of believing in something – especially yourself.
© 2018 Harper Fire (Audiobook): 9780008244118
Release date
Audiobook: 3 May 2018
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Anushka Reddy
17 Jun 2023
Okay, I am not rating it as high as I did with other Alice Oseman books because they were more relatable and perfect. However, this was a unique and interesting read. TW: Attempted suicide, self-hate, violence, invasion of privacyThe story alternates between Angel (Farishthe) Rahimi, a fangirl who dedicated her life to worship a boyband, The Ark, and Jimmy Kaga-Ricci, the frontman of the Ark. In very different ways, both of them have a lot of gratitude to the Ark. I related with Angel a lot. There was a time in my life when being a fan of Little Mix not only helped me fight my demons but also helped me find some amazing people who helped me cope with so much. A weird chain of events follows Angel as she gears up to meet the members of The Arc and watch them perform live. She is suddenly acquainted with the girlfriend of one of the members and somehow finds herself with Jimmy. As their lives meet, they make a few hasty decisions that eventually help them figure out their issues
NightSpire
28 Jan 2021
This was awesome! Love how realistically Alice writes all the characters. Jimmy was my favourite. Roan was so supportive. And Lister was the best!!! The fandom part was well written and not overly cringey.
Deepan
20 Jun 2021
Umm not the best Alice Oseman, but yes definitely cute and heartwarming as all of her works.
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India