{"product_id":"mercy-on-these-teenage-chimps","title":"Mercy on These Teenage Chimps","description":"On his thirteenth birthday, Ronnie woke up feeling like a chimp—all long armed, big eared, and gangly. He’s been muddling through each gawky day since. Now his best friend, Joey, has turned thirteen, too—and after Joey humiliates himself in front of a cute girl, he climbs a tree and refuses to come down. So Ronnie sets out to woo the girl on Joey’s behalf. After all, teenage chimps have to stick together.\nAcclaimed author Gary Soto tells a fun and touching coming of age story about friendship, understanding, and the painful insecurities of being thirteen.\nWhat happens when your best friend won’t come down from a tree—and it’s all up to you to save him? Best Friends Stick Together: Ronnie is on a mission to help his friend Joey, who has taken up residence in the neighborhood tree after a disastrous encounter with a cute girl. Middle School Humor: A hilarious and heartfelt look at the awkwardness of being thirteen, from feeling like a gangly chimp with long arms and big ears to navigating social disasters. An Awkward First Crush: When Joey is humiliated, Ronnie has to play Cupid and win over the girl on his best friend’s behalf—a truly cringeworthy mission. A Heartwarming Read: Perfect for kids and tweens, this funny story celebrates the kind of friendship that gets you through the most embarrassing moments of growing up.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0152062157\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: RDV.0152062157.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Soto, Gary\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: This book is in good condition with very minimal damage. Pages may have minimal notes or highlighting. Cover image on the book may vary from photo. Ships out quickly in a secure plastic mailer.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Reliant Bookstore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46095207628977,"sku":"RDV.0152062157.G","price":6.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0544\/8872\/7729\/files\/0152062157-0.jpg?v=1754414401","url":"https:\/\/www.reliantbookstore.com\/products\/mercy-on-these-teenage-chimps","provider":"Reliant Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}