Punk Charming: A Mixtape of Travel, Love & 80s Pop Culture (Totally Awesome Activities) - Softcover

1986: A world of adventures awaits Kate Spenser as she flies from Chicago to study at Oxford University. Before summer classes begin, the new waver is psyched about exploring Europe. Little does she know the adventures won't be quite what she imagined. After a narrow escape in Paris, Kate is keen to leave Gare d'Austerlitz station.      
Fleeing a fracas at the Eiffel Tower, a charming British punk jumps aboard the Calais-bound train just as it leaves. Love comes quickly as the pair travel across the Channel to England and through the streets of London.  James is about to reveal his secret to Kate, when fate and a traitorous mate intervene.  While the soul mates are split apart, cherished memories linger. Can true love travel through time?

Screencraft Cinematic Book Semifinalist      5 Stars "Move over Lizzie McGuire, Sam Montgomery, and Lane Daniels to make room for Kate Spenser in Punk Charming by Laura Quinn.  ...the author did a wonderful job in making the attraction between the two characters feel so real. Both characters also developed as individuals throughout the course of the story, which made them feel more like real people and not fairy tale characters. Overall, I was truly surprised by how much I enjoyed this love story!"Readers' Favorite Book Reviews
"Laura Quinn's first novel, Punk Charming, is a delightful romp through the 1980s, written with loving detail. The novel is fueled by a soundtrack of Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, and Wham, along with the spot-on period product placement. The net effect is an instant trip back to the fun, edgy mid-eighties.  Punk Charming offers all the elements of a classic romance novel, with an irresistible modern twist. This beautifully written debut novel marks an auspicious beginning for Quinn's career."Windy City Reviews
"What can I say about the 80's? I loved them, I loved the music, the fashion and everything about them! Reading Punk Charming was like taking a step back in time. Not only did Quinn reference much of the beloved music of the 80's by some of my favorite bands, she alluded to current events as well other pop culture trends I had almost forgotten about. Aside from the 80's throwbacks, this story of "the one that got away" is one anyone can relate to even if they didn't grow up during that time period. Quinn's story is written in an entertaining way. Her characters are well-developed--readers will love to hate David!--and likeable (except David). This is a cute, fun read. I enjoyed the 80's references as well as all things British Quinn exposed me to.  ...perfect summer reading!" Cocktails and Books Reviews "Punk Charming is more than a typical romance novel. ...for lovers of the 80s and for those traveling both in life and through novels, this book gives the reader a little bit of everything."Chicago Book Review
"If at any point in your life you wore a rubber bracelet,Duran Duran tee, Forenza sweater, Izod with the collar up, a Swatch, or legwarmers, Laura Quinn has a book you are certain to see yourself in. If the success of Punk Charming is any indication, her next chapter will be a long one. As luck would have it, her passion may sweep fans and readers away too."Country Magazine