Denim Diaries 1: 16 Going on 21 [Paperback]

Darrien Lee (Author)

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 14 and up
  
• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Urban Books (December 30, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1933967714
• ISBN-13: 978-1933967714
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #100,296 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #28 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Sports & Activities > Sports > Basketball
  • #40 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Teens > School & Sports > Fiction
  • #66 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Teens > Social Issues > Dating & Intimacy > Fiction

More About the Author

I am originally from a small town in Tennessee by the name of Columbia which is about 50 miles south of Nashville, TN. I have lived in
La Vergne, Tennessee with my husband of fifteen years and two young daughters for approximately 11 years. I started writing after reminiscing with a relative about our wild college days while attending college at Tennessee State University in the 1980s. It was those experiences, that inspired me to write my debut novel, 'ALL THAT AND A BAG OF CHIPS' in 2001. I've been blessed to be a two time Essence Magazine Best-selling Author. I'm also blessed to have my 5th and 6th novel released this year. Five of my novels are published by Strebor Books Int'l Inc., and my 6th novel by Q'Boro Books. The sequel to ALL THAT AND A BAG OF CHIPS is BEEN THERE DONE THAT, which was released in 2003. My 3rd novel, WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND was released in July 2004. Part four of the series titled WHEN HELL FREEZES OVER was released in October 2005.

I'm presently anticipating the release of BROTHERLY LOVE in July 2006 in which I will introduce readers to some new and even more exciting characters. I also have TALK TO THE HAND coming to readers in October 2006 as well. I'm always working on new and exciting projects for future releases. Contact me anytime at [e-mail] and make sure you visit my website at www.DarrienLee.com.

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 5 Star Teen Read... Mother Approved, August 10, 2010

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This review is from: Denim Diaries 1: 16 Going on 21 (Paperback)

Teenage love is such an innocent thing but at the same time it can be such a trying time for both parent and child. Meet sixteen-year old Denim Mitchell. She is very smart and has a great head on her shoulders. This all comes from the guidance that she gets from her family unit. But Miss Denim has a serious crush on a childhood friend and neighbor, Andre Patterson. Andre aka Dre' is the star on the basketball team. He is what you think if as the big man on campus. Dre's family life is the total opposite of Denim's. His family is involved with some illegal activity. One night changes the feelings from a simple crush to something much more. Denim and Dre' are wanting to explore the love that is presented to them but because of the differences of lifestyles Denim's mom and dad are not really in favor of this. Denim goes to Dre's birthday party and the night goes bad. First she goes without her parent's permission and then someone get shot. Who us the person that got shot and what do he/she have to do with Denim. Will the trials of family life, school, friends, and a crazy one night give the relationship a chance?

Darrien Lee gives a breath of fresh air to African American young adult literature. He gives younger readers the same drama you would see in adult novels but more on a level in which they can understand. Also he shows respect to the parents for not making the book over indulges it with sex and drugs. This book is given 5 stars. being a thirty-year-old woman it had me on the edge of my seat and brings back the memories of my teenage years.

This book is apart of a series that is called the Denim Diaries. The next book in the series is Grown in Sixty Seconds.... Look for the review on this one pretty soon.

Reviewed by Patrice S.
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Denim Diaries 1, May 29, 2009

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AndreaDenise (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Denim Diaries 1: 16 Going on 21 (Paperback)

I wasn't aware that Darrien also wrote a teen series. I'm grateful for discovering this.

I purchased Denim Diaries 1 for my 15 year old son. I happen to become intrigued with the synopsis, so I read it first. It's a great read for adults, young and old.

Looking forward to reading Denim Diaries 2: Grown in Sixty Seconds next.

Way to go Darrien.

5.0 out of 5 stars 16 GOING ON 21, April 1, 2010

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D. Williams "Chaven56" (Syracuse, New York United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Denim Diaries 1: 16 Going on 21 (Paperback)

This is a perfect book to give to a teenager. The book is really good, it point out all the traits of good parenting skills. I enjoyed this book and I would reccommend all teens male and females to read it.