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Star debater and popular student at the prestigious FATE Academy, Henri “Halti” Haltiwanger can charm just about anyone. The only person who seems immune to Henri’s charms is his 'intense' classmate and neighbor Corinne Troy. When Corinne discovers something about Henri that he would like to keep quiet, she blackmails him into helping her change her image at school. Soon what started as a mutual hustle turns into something more surprising than either of them bargained for. . . .
A sharply funny, deeply insightful, and multi-layered novel ideal for fans of Nicola Yoon and/or Jenny Han, Charming As A Verb explores the countless hustles we pull to keep from doing the hardest thing: being ourselves.
"A diverse cast of characters, racial tensions, and ethical dilemmas make Charming As A Verb so much more than just a simple romance." -- School Library Journal