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Say No to the Dress

Published
Apr 2022
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General Fiction General Fiction

About This Book

Join a bridesmaid's hilarious journey to the altar in this sharp-witted story of family, friendship and embracing your true self, no matter what you're forced to wear.

Miri is fourteen and in the last year she's been mugged by puberty. She's grown six inches, expanded in all directions, her breasts are out of control, and she's prone to random eruptions of spots.

Life already feels like a nightmare and now she's been asked to act as a bridesmaid for two of her siblings. Two weddings and two bridesmaid dresses – could things get any worse?

Of course they could. Her brother is getting married to brittle, beautiful Scarlett, whose sister Tiffany is Miri's nemesis at school. Tiffany is the other bridesmaid and the pink satin dress they've chosen makes Miri feel like an oversized sausage.

Join a bridesmaid's hilarious journey to the altar in this sharp-witted story of family, friendship and embracing your true self, no matter what you're forced to wear …

Reviews

"A short, sweet, funny and warm-hearted story of self-discovery" – The Guardian

"Packs a great deal into its 128 pages … A strong and engaging addition to [Barrington Stoke's] teen collection" – The Irish Times

"Funny and authentic" – LoveReading4Kids

"A relatable protagonist, hilarious writing and feminist themes – what's not to love?" – NetGalley reviewer

About the author

Keren David's compelling debut YA novel, When I Was Joe, won six regional awards and was shortlisted for the Branford Boase and UKLA awards. Her books have been nominated for the Carnegie Medal five times. Her Barrington Stoke titles include the critically acclaimed The Liar's Handbook, True Sisters and The Disconnect. Keren is Features Editor at the Jewish Chronicle.

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Apr 2022 Barrington Stoke Ltd ISBN 1800900872
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Jan 2026 Union Square & Co. ISBN 1454962763
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First Edition Apr 2022 Barrington Stoke Ltd ISBN 1800901216
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Apr 2022 Barrington Stoke Ltd ISBN B099Z1P46B
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