When It Happens to You: A Novel in Stories

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When It Happens to You: A Novel in Stories
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First edition
Author Molly Ringwald
LanguageEnglish
Genre Young adult
Publisher It Books
Publication date
2012 [1]
Media typePrint (hardback & paperback)
ISBN 0-06-180946-2

When It Happens to You: A Novel in Stories is a young adult novel written by American actress Molly Ringwald.

Summary

The novel is centered on a couple named Phillip and Greta, whose marriage is in trouble.

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References

  1. Kois, Dan (23 August 2012). "Grown-Up Angst: 'When It Happens to You,' by Molly Ringwald". The New York Times. Retrieved 25 November 2014.