Common Sense Media Review
By Joanna H. Kraus
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Teen finds mystery and romance in engaging Hollywood tale.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 14+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Read
What's the Story?
Emi is a high school senior who's interning as a set designer for a Los Angeles movie studio. She and her best friend Charlotte track down items and locations for upcoming films. At an estate sale of a former movie star, they discover a letter hidden in one of their purchases. Their quest to track down the rightful recipient is full of suspense, mystery, and ultimately love.
Is It Any Good?
The aspects of the Los Angeles film scene in EVERYTHING LEADS TO YOU are detailed and fascinating. Emi's discovery of a brand-new talent and a new love is engaging. However, readers may find the breakup with Emi's ex too drawn out.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
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How has the media's treatment of same-sex relationships changed over time? Do you think gay characters' presence in books and movies and on TV become helps change people's attitudes?
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Book Details
- Author :
- Genre : Contemporary Fiction
- Topics : Friendship , School ( High School )
- Book type : Fiction
- Publisher : Dutton Children's Books
- Publication date : May 15, 2014
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 14 - 17
- Number of pages : 304
- Available on : Paperback, Nook, Audiobook (unabridged), Hardback, Apple Books, Kindle
- Last updated : October 1, 2025
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