Common Sense Media Review
By Amanda Nojadera
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Hilarious romcom highlights communication and integrity.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 14+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Read
What's the Story?
In SUPER FAKE LOVE SONG, Sunny Dae has always been a nerd. He's into playing Dungeons & Dragons with his best friends, Milo and Jamal, and together they create cosplay props for their ScreenJunkie channel, DIY Fantasy FX. When Sunny meets Cirrus Soh, the inexplicably cool and well-traveled new girl in town, he knows she'll think he's a major dork if he tells her about his hobbies. Instead, he lies and tells her he's in a rock band. But how long can Sunny keep up his fake rock star persona before the truth comes out?
Is It Any Good?
David Yoon's hilarious romantic comedy explores family, friendship, and identity, making it a must-read for teens. Readers will love Sunny's and Cirrus's sweet yet slightly predictable relationship, plus all the awkward situations Sunny finds himself in as he tries to keep up his fake rock star persona. Although there are many laugh-out-loud moments, a few poignant scenes reveal that many of the characters desperately want to feel accepted by their peers and families and remind readers to avoid judging people based on their appearances. As Super Fake Love Song progresses, teens will recognize the importance of honest communication, integrity, and staying true to yourself.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the romance in Super Fake Love Song. Does it seem realistic and relatable? Do YA romance novels help readers sort out their feelings and learn how to communicate, or do they create false expectations about teen relationships?
Talk about the various kinds of diversity in the novel. Why are diverse representations important in children's and young adult literature?
How do the characters demonstrate communication and integrity? Why are these important character strengths?
Book Details
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- Genre : Contemporary Fiction
- Topics : Family Stories ( Siblings ) , Friendship , School ( High School ) , Arts ( Music and Sing-Along )
- Book type : Fiction
- Publisher : G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers
- Publication date : November 17, 2020
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 14 - 17
- Number of pages : 368
- Available on : Nook, Audiobook (unabridged), Hardback, Apple Books, Kindle
- Last updated : September 29, 2025
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