Burger Wuss

By M.T. Anderson

Book Overview

M.T. Anderson, author of the award-winning THIRSTY, cooks up a story of love and betrayal, with a side order of revenge-and serves it all with comedic relish. Anthony has never been able to stand up for himself-that is, not until his girlfriend, Diana, is in someone else's arms. Then Anthony vows revenge and devises The Plan. It begins with getting a job at the fast-food restaurant where Turner (a.k.a. the guy who stole his girlfriend) happens to be a star employee. But when The Plan is finally assembled in this hilarious novel that PUBLISHERS WEEKELY called "both a tasty treat and a stinging satire," will Anthony's hunger for revenge be satisfied? And more important, will he prove he's not a wuss?

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0763615676
• ISBN13: 9780763615673
• Release Date: August 2001
• Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.7" x 8.2"
• Age Range: 14 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 9 to 12

Customer Reviews

Read the book, it's better than the Bible.

(...)M.T. Anderson's use of teen vernacular is like dead-on. He explores the ludicrous, heart-ripping, pointless nature of teen love and the banality of the trenches of corporate America in this wonderful novel. Protagonist, Anthony, is clever, sarcastic, ackward, and realistic -- a character who doesn't insult teens' intellegence. Meanwhile, subversive sidekick, Shunt, is a great role model for everyone. Fight the power!

great book

This is a fabulously original, intelligent story about love, heartbreak, crappy jobs, and revenge. For those who thought the characters were "weird" and unrealistic, where the he** did you go to school? Every character was accurate, the details were outstanding. This novel is offbeat and at some points over the top. It stands out among the majority of "teen novels" by assuming the reader can appreciate a unique narrative and often biting humor. Plus, the cover is great! I recommend it.

For Everyone

This witty author picks an ideal setting to satirize the awkwardness and many pressures facing teenagers in America. The lovable main character goes through some really funny situations that everybody can relate to. This book is a pretty quick read and a sure thing for anybody looking for a delightful, fun book.

A MUST READ!

...for teens and adults alike. Hands down, this shrewd and hilarious take on modern teen life is the best book I've read in a very long time. A laugh-outloud-riot of a novel. Better than carrot cake, even.

A hilarious book.

By the end of the first chapter I was laughing so hard, I had tears in my eyes. This is definitely the funniest book I've read in a long time--I highly recommend it.