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Permanent Record (novel)

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Permanent Record
First edition cover
AuthorMary H.K. Choi
Audio read byVikas Adam[1]
Cover artistohgigue (illustration)[2]
Lizzy Bromley (design)
LanguageEnglish
GenreYoung adult novel
PublisherSimon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Publication date
September 3, 2019
Publication placeUnited States
Media typePrint (Hardcover)
Pages432
ISBN978-1-5344-4597-0
[Fic]
LC ClassPZ7.1.C5316 Per 2019

Permanent Record is a 2019 young adult novel by Mary H.K. Choi. It is her second novel and was published on September 3, 2019, by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster.[3][4][5][6][7][8][9] In September 2019, it was selected for the Teen Vogue Book Club.[10]

Plot

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After dropping out of New York University, Pablo Neruda Rind begins working the graveyard shift at a deli in Brooklyn while paying off a sizable credit card debt. In the early morning, pop music star Leanna Smart walks into the deli. The two strike up a conversation, with Pablo unaware of Leanna's stardom. After she returns days later, Pablo becomes swept up into Leanna's exciting and lavish lifestyle.

Background

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On February 15, 2019, an excerpt of the novel was published through Entertainment Weekly.[2] Choi's previous novel, Emergency Contact, was also previewed through Entertainment Weekly.[11]

Permanent Record was published on September 3, 2019, by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster.[3]

Reception

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The novel debuted at number eight on The New York Times Young Adult Hardcover best-sellers list on September 22, 2019.[12] Publishers Weekly gave the novel a positive review, praising its characters and writing, "If the conclusion of the novel seems rushed, the rising action—filled with conflict, captivating events, and authentic-sounding, often humorous dialogue—will win readers, and teens like Pablo, who are unsure who they want to be, will relate to his dilemmas."[13] Kirkus Reviews gave the novel a mixed review, writing, "While the language has a contemporary feel and the range of diverse, appealing characters accurately reflects modern-day New York, the plot frequently drags, and character development is weak."[14] Susannah Goldstein of Booklist called the protagonist Pablo a "winning narrator" and wrote, "Choi's specificity, realistic dialogue, and humor ensure that the personal and romantic journeys feel warm and rewarding but never saccharine."[15]

Film adaptation

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In December 2019, it was reported that Jon M. Chu is set to produce a feature film adaptation of the novel for Warner Bros. and is in talks to direct.[16]

References

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  1. ^ "Permanent Record Audiobook by Mary H. K. Choi, Vikas Adam". Simon & Schuster. Retrieved October 2, 2019.
  2. ^ a b Canfield, David (February 15, 2019). "Mary H. K. Choi is back with another lovely, social-media tinged YA romance: Exclusive preview". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved October 2, 2019.
  3. ^ a b "Permanent Record by Mary H. K. Choi". Simon & Schuster. Retrieved October 2, 2019.
  4. ^ Paxson, Caitlyn (September 7, 2019). "'Permanent Record' Captures The Confusing Moments Between Adolescence And Adulthood". NPR. Retrieved October 2, 2019.
  5. ^ Hong, Catherine (September 9, 2019). "The Korean-American Kids in These Books Bust Stereotypes". The New York Times. Retrieved October 3, 2019.
  6. ^ Iversen, Kristin (September 3, 2019). "Mary H.K. Choi Is Doing What She's Meant To Do". Nylon. Retrieved October 3, 2019.
  7. ^ Choi, Mary H.K. (September 3, 2019). "What Mary H.K. Choi Can't Live Without". The Strategist. New York. Retrieved October 3, 2019.
  8. ^ Wally, Maxine (September 3, 2019). "Mary H.K. Choi Is Learning to Let Go of the Pressure". Women's Wear Daily. Retrieved October 3, 2019.
  9. ^ Zhang, Jenny G. (September 3, 2019). "Mary, Queen of Snacks: How instant ramen, gummy candies, and late-night snacks guide the love story in Mary H.K. Choi's new novel, "Permanent Record"". Eater. Retrieved October 3, 2019.
  10. ^ Tang, Dennis (September 26, 2019). "Teen Vogue Book Club September 2019: Mary H.K. Choi's "Permanent Record"". Teen Vogue. Retrieved October 3, 2019.
  11. ^ Canfield, David (October 4, 2017). "Vice reporter Mary H.K. Choi previews debut novel Emergency Contact — see an exclusive excerpt and cover". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved December 21, 2019.
  12. ^ "Young Adult Hardcover - Best Sellers". The New York Times. September 22, 2019.
  13. ^ "Children's Book Review: Permanent Record by Mary H.K. Choi". Publishers Weekly. June 13, 2019. Retrieved October 3, 2019.
  14. ^ "Permanent Record by Mary H.K. Choi". Kirkus Reviews. June 5, 2019. Retrieved October 3, 2019.
  15. ^ Goldstein, Susannah. "Permanent Record, by Mary H. K. Choi". Booklist Online. Retrieved October 3, 2019.
  16. ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (December 17, 2019). "Jon M. Chu To Produce & In Talks To Direct Feature Take On YA Novel 'Permanent Record' For Warner Bros". Deadline. Retrieved December 17, 2019.