On the Fence

by Kasie West

Overview

She's a tomboy. He's the boy next door.

With three older brothers, Charlotte Reynolds, aka Charlie, has always been more comfortable calling the shots on a basketball court than flirting with the opposite sex. So when her police officer dad demands she get a summer job to pay for the latest in a long line of speeding tickets, she's more than a little surprised to find herself working at a chichi boutique and going out with a boy who has never seen her tear it up in a pickup game. Charlie seeks late-night refuge in her backyard, talking out her problems with her neighbor and honorary fourth brother, Braden, sitting back-to-back against the fence that separates them. Braden may know her better than anyone. But there's a secret Charlie's keeping that even he hasn't figured out—she's fallen for him. Hard. She knows what it means to go for the win, but if spilling her secret means losing him for good, the stakes just got too high.

On the Fence is a sweet and satisfying read about finding yourself and finding love where you least expect it.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780062235671
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	07/01/2014
Pages:	304
Sales rank:	97,405
Product dimensions:	5.31(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.68(d)
Age Range:	13 - 17 Years

About the Author

Kasie West lives with her family in central California, where the heat tries to kill her with its 115-degree stretches. She graduated from Fresno State University with a BA degree that has nothing to do with writing. Visit her online at www.kasiewest.com.

Editorial Reviews

05/12/2014
Sixteen-year-old tomboy Charlie Reynolds undergoes a summer of soul-searching and growth in West’s (Split Second) fourth book for teens. Raised with plenty of male influences—three brothers, her next door neighbor Braden, and a widowed police officer father—Charlie is a star athlete and well-protected from the outside world, especially when it comes to dating. Recently, Charlie has been crushing on Braden, and she’s also getting attention for her looks at her new job at a clothing store. In short, Charlie’s sense of identity is in upheaval, her intense workouts aren’t sufficient relief, and her constant nightmares about her mother’s fatal car accident are stirring up repressed memories. Nightly, Charlie and Braden find solace in sneaking out to talk to each other (Braden’s father is drinking a lot), but Charlie fears that he will never see her as anything more than just a buddy. West builds enjoyable tension and absorbing chemistry between Charlie and Braden, and her depiction of growing up surrounded by brothers is thoroughly enjoyable. Ages 13–up. Agent: Michelle Wolfson, Wolfson Literary Agency. (July)

Publishers Weekly

Praise for THE DISTANCE BETWEEN US: “THE DISTANCE BETWEEN US shines! This book is rich with sparkling dialogue, clever wit and sweet romance.” — Daisy Whitney, author of THE MOCKINGBIRDS and WHEN YOU WERE HERE

“An antidote to dystopian and post–apocalyptic fiction, this Cinderella story is sweet and hopeful.” — Kirkus Reviews

The charming story is beautifully written, and the characters are well developed. West’s novel is sweet and captivating. — School Library Journal

Praise for PIVOT POINT “An expertly plotted, deliciously clever story.” — Kiersten White, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of PARANORMALCY

“PIVOT POINT is at once tense and romantic, challenging and engaging. It’s a truly remarkable debut.” — Robison Wells, author of VARIANT

“West’s premise is a winner, and Addie is the kind of heroine readers would want as a best friend—loyal, unpretentious, and thoughtful.…What truly makes West’s story memorable, however, is Addie’s wry humor…and the book’s fascinating exploration of how life can change with one simple choice.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“West’s debut showcases riveting storytelling.” — Kirkus Reviews

“With superb storytelling, a masterful blend of paranormal and normal, a helping of wit and humor, and a mouthwatering romance, PIVOT POINT is one of the most delicious books I’ve read.” — Elana Johnson, author of POSSESSION

“West has created an intricately woven story of two possible futures. This debut novel…is a welcome change.” — School Library Journal

From the Publisher

With superb storytelling, a masterful blend of paranormal and normal, a helping of wit and humor, and a mouthwatering romance, PIVOT POINT is one of the most delicious books I’ve read.

Elana Johnson

PIVOT POINT is at once tense and romantic, challenging and engaging. It’s a truly remarkable debut.

Robison Wells

Praise for PIVOT POINT “An expertly plotted, deliciously clever story.

Kiersten White

Praise for THE DISTANCE BETWEEN US: “THE DISTANCE BETWEEN US shines! This book is rich with sparkling dialogue, clever wit and sweet romance.

Daisy Whitney