Jennifer Mathieu Collection – 4 Book Set: Moxie, The Truth About Alice, Devoted & The Liars of Mariposa Island - By Jennifer Mathieu - Paperback

Discover four thought-provoking young adult novels by Jennifer Mathieu in this 4-book paperback collection. Moxie, The Truth About Alice, Devoted, and The Liars of Mariposa Island explore identity, friendship, family, gender expectations, belonging, courage, and the challenges of finding your own voice. All of our books are brand new.

Titles in This Set / Includes

Includes: Moxie • The Truth About Alice • Devoted • The Liars of Mariposa Island

About the Collection

Jennifer Mathieu's young adult fiction often places teenagers in situations where social expectations, family pressures, rumours, and community attitudes force them to question what they have been told and decide who they want to become. This collection brings together four of her earlier novels, each offering a distinct story and setting.

Moxie follows Vivian Carter, a high-school student who becomes frustrated with sexism and double standards at her Texas school. Inspired by her mother's Riot Grrrl past, Vivian anonymously creates a feminist zine that begins to inspire other students and grow into a wider movement.

The Truth About Alice centres on Alice Franklin, whose reputation is damaged by rumours following the death of a popular football player. The story is told through multiple students' perspectives, gradually revealing how gossip, secrets, assumptions, and personal motives shape the way Alice is perceived.

Devoted follows Rachel Walker, whose highly controlled life within a conservative religious community begins to change when she encounters someone who has previously left that community. Rachel starts questioning the expectations surrounding her future and considers what it means to make choices for herself.

The Liars of Mariposa Island is set during the summer of 1986 and follows Elena and Joaquin Finney as their family circumstances, relationships, and experiences on Mariposa Island become increasingly complicated.

Why This Set Works

This collection brings together four character-driven YA novels that examine identity • friendship • family • social expectations • gender equality • rumours and reputation • independence • courage • belonging.

The books are standalone stories rather than a connected series, making the collection suitable for readers who want to explore different aspects of Mathieu's fiction and themes.

Perfect For

Perfect for: young adult readers • contemporary YA fiction • feminist YA fiction • coming-of-age stories • character-driven fiction • school and classroom libraries • book clubs • teen readers • educators • readers interested in identity and social issues • Jennifer Mathieu fans • thoughtful gifts for young adult readers

Product Details

Author • Jennifer Mathieu • Books in Set • 4 • Titles Included • Moxie • The Truth About Alice • Devoted • The Liars of Mariposa Island • Format • Paperback • Publisher • Hodder Children's Books • Publication Year • 2021 • Collection ISBN • 9781444963762 • Individual ISBNs • 9781444940633 • 9781444944747 • 9781444945256 • 9781444946062 • Language • English • Age Range • Young Adult / Teen