You Never Can Tell

by Ellen Conford

Kate's favorite soap opera star, Brick Preston quits his starring role on TV to return to high school, and ends up in Kate's algebra class

Genres: Young Adult, Fiction

160 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1984

About the author

Ellen Conford was an author for children and young adults. Among her writings are the Annabel the Actress and Jenny Archer series. Her books have won the Best Book of the Year Citation, Best Book of the International Interest Citation, Best Book of the Year for Children, Parents' Choice Award, and more.

Reviews

[Sofia · Rating 4 out of 5]

You Never Can Tell has a unique and interesting premise. I was drawn to it because it sounded fun, romantic and unpredictable (which it was). The author, Ellen Conford, made the book funny and sympathetic at the same time. I enjoyed the story.

[CLM · Rating 4 out of 5]

When handsome soap opera star, Brick Preston, leaves his glamorous TV life to attend high school, he turns up in Kate's algebra class. But is she too star-struck to be the friend he needs and craves?

[Beckey · Rating 3 out of 5]

Too starstuck on the tv character when her crush shows up in class will she be enough of a friend for real person he is. Ok story.... My one daughter thought it humorous but it's been years since I read it last...

[olivia ♡ · Rating 3 out of 5]

Was disappointed in Kate at the end. I think Thad deserved an apology too, but instead she reflected the discussion back on how. Cute read, but the characters will drive any logical person mad.

[Keira Romich · Rating 5 out of 5]

My absolute favorite book in junior high. I still pick it up and re read it once and awhile. A gem I can hardly wait to share with my daughters!

[Melanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of my favorite young adult books from my junior high days. Good stuff!

[Monique · Rating 2 out of 5]

Star Rating: ★★½☆☆