Laura Steven Collection by Laura Steven 2 Books Collection Set - Young Adult - Paperback

Titles in This Set:
A Girl Called Shameless
The Exact Opposite of Okay

Format: Paperback

Overview:
This two-book collection gathers Laura Steven’s edgy, funny YA voice in two companion novels that put teenage resilience and feminist courage at the center. A Girl Called Shameless follows Izzy two months after a leaked explicit photo sparks a political scandal and fuels a national conversation about revenge porn. As the Bitches Bite Back movement grows, Izzy steps into the spotlight to challenge slut-shaming and advocate for policy change, navigating political backlash with wit and grit. The Exact Opposite of Okay continues Izzy’s fearless, unapologetic narration as a fresh wave of online vitriol targets an eighteen-year-old who dares to speak her truth. Together, these books blend sharp humor with unflinching social commentary, offering a candid exploration of adolescence, media culture, and the double standards that shape how girls are seen today. This paperback collection is ideal for readers who crave contemporary realism, punchy dialogue, and heroines who fight back with intelligence and heart.

What This Collection Covers:
Across these novels, Laura Steven maps an arc of empowerment through a singular, relentless narrator: Izzy O’Neill. Both titles tackle core issues—privacy, consent, slut-shaming, and the power of online communities—through wit, candor, and courage. Readers witness how a political climate and a digital gossip machine pressure a teenage girl into silence, and how a resilient voice can turn outrage into action. The Bitches Bite Back movement anchors the stories, offering solidarity and practical activism as Izzy pursues changes to laws about online abuse. The collection balances accessible chapters with fast-paced, quotable scenes, making it suitable for teens and adult readers alike. It’s a timely, thought-provoking duo that invites discussion about gender, media literacy, and personal responsibility while delivering a compelling reading experience with modern, crossover appeal.

Book-by-Book Guide:

A Girl Called Shameless: In this bold YA novel, Izzy faces the aftermath of a leaked explicit photo that drags her name into a political scandal. Two months later, the Bitches Bite Back movement gathers steam as she becomes a reluctant leader in the fight against slut-shaming and for better protections against revenge porn. With trademark wit and a fearless voice, Izzy navigates online outrage, school politics, and family dynamics while staying true to her convictions that girls deserve respect and agency. The narrative blends sharp humor with candid social critique, inviting readers to question double standards and to imagine a world where a young woman’s voice can spark real change. A Girl Called Shameless is a standout read for fans of contemporary realism who crave character-first storytelling with punch and purpose.

The Exact Opposite of Okay: Izzy O’Neill returns in this blistering companion, where eighteen-year-old notoriety becomes part of her daily life as explicit photos involving a politician’s son circulate online. The trolls descend, but Izzy rallies her best friend Ajita and a steady stream of nachos to weather the storm with humor and grit. The novel probes the mechanics of online abuse, the weight of public scrutiny, and the stubborn truth that the world’s response to teenage girls is often not okay. With a mix of satire and heart, it questions what it means to own your narrative and how friendship, resilience, and humor can illuminate a path through the mess of digital culture.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Teens and YA readers who love contemporary realism, sharp wit, and urgent social themes will latch onto Izzy’s voice. This two-book collection is ideal for readers seeking empowering heroines, candid discussions about consent, privacy, and media literacy, and fans of modern feminist fiction. The paperback editions make for accessible, portable reading, great for classroom libraries, book clubs, or gift sets for teens, graduates, or anyone who enjoys frank, funny, and fearless storytelling. Perfect for fans of character-driven stories that blend humor with social commentary, this collection also works well as a thoughtful gift for young readers exploring identity and resilience in the digital age.

Key Benefits:

• Two compelling YA novels in one value-packed set
• Unflinching exploration of online culture, slut-shaming, and consent
• Witty, relatable narrator with a fearless voice
• Ideal for discussion: gender, media literacy, and empowerment
• Perfect gift set for teens and new adult readers
• Paperback editions, approachable for readers and book clubs

About the Author:
Laura Steven is a British author known for smart, funny YA that tackles feminism, social media dynamics, and the messy realities of growing up in the digital era. Her novels fuse sharp, witty narration with incisive social commentary, delivering characters who speak truth to power and challenge double standards. Steven’s work resonates with readers who crave authentic voices and relatable plots that don’t shy away from difficult topics. With a knack for balancing humor with serious themes, her storytelling invites empathy and reflection while keeping readers engaged. This collection showcases Steven’s signature voice—candid, approachable, and relentlessly entertaining—which has won praise for addressing timely issues through accessible, character-led storytelling.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
This Laura Steven collection brings together two YA favorites for a complete, immersive reading experience. Readers will appreciate Izzy’s unfiltered perspective, the clever humor, and the fearless tackling of topics that matter—privacy, consent, and online culture. Owning the full set means immediate access to back-to-back storytelling, binge-reading potential, and a strong, feminist throughline that resonates in both school and home conversations. The paperback format keeps the titles approachable for teens and adults alike, while the contemporary realism and relatable characters make this collection a standout gift set for birthdays, holidays, or classroom libraries.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.