Donuts and Other Proclamations of Love by Jared Reck is a delightfully sweet book. Such a surprise treat. I bought this for two dollars at our local library book sale. It was worth the price and more.
Oscar, our narrator, is a hoot and a wise young man. His voice is rich, his story is one of pluck and verve. I loved that it took place in Gettysburg PA - home turf for me. I enjoyed the tone of the book and the location settings.
Oscar and his Swedish grandfather run a food truck together. Lou, a high school "frenemy" hijacks Oscar's life, so to speak. Together they use wasted cafeteria apples to spread delicious apple crisp, apple cider, apple muffins and more into the town. (cover blurb)
Oscar never expected this relationship. His future is uncertain. His strong grandfather is a fan of Lou, and then the unthinkable happens.
I can't say more. Read this really sweet book and root for the characters. It's an immigrant tale, a love story, and search for one's future. And....yum...donuts! The book makes you hungry!
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