Camlin, Anne - Mismatched: A Modern Graphic Retelling of Emma

• Title: Mismatched: A Modern Graphic Retelling of Emma
• Author: Anne Camlin
• Genre: Graphic Novel, Romance, Young Adult
• Pages: 264
• Publisher: Little, Brown Ink
• Release Date: September 2024
• Hardcover

Description

• Synopsis: A modern and queer retelling of Jane Austen's classic novel Emma, set in a high school in Queens, New York. Evan Horowitz, a popular and confident social media star, believes he has a knack for matchmaking. When shy transfer student Natalia arrives at school, Evan is determined to find her the perfect match. However, his meddling schemes soon spiral out of control, leading to a series of hilarious and heartwarming misadventures.

Themes

• Romance: The book explores themes of love, friendship, and self-discovery.
• Social Media: The story highlights the impact of social media on relationships and identity.
• Self-Discovery: Evan's journey leads him to question his own assumptions and learn valuable lessons about himself and others.

Keywords

• graphic novel, romance, young adult, Emma, Jane Austen, LGBTQ+, social media, self-discovery

Awards & Recognition

• While specific awards for this book may not be readily available at this time, it has received positive reviews and praise for its fresh take on a classic story and its relatable characters.

Mismatched is a delightful and heartwarming graphic novel that will appeal to fans of Jane Austen and contemporary YA fiction.