Penguin Young Readers Group
This Happy Wreck
This Happy Wreck
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ABOUT
Ever since the crash that nearly killed him two years ago, F1 driver Sebastian has been terrified to get behind the wheel.
His twin sister Viola is desperate to drive. After losing her shot in the minors, she’d do anything to get back on the grid…including impersonating her brother in the driver’s seat. One identity-swapped audition later, and she's won Sebastian a spot on Team Ilyria.
With Sebastian as the public face and Viola with her foot on the pedal, the siblings manage to raise their flagging team to the top of the podium.
But the two are winning more than just races—they're winning hearts. Sebastian falls for his fellow driver Duke Orsino Jr., and Viola for the team’s chief development engineer, Liv. Except the switcheroo works a little too well, because Orsino and Liv keep getting the siblings confused. And the harder they fall, the bigger the risk of the siblings' secret coming to light.
As the World Championship draws nearer, Sebastian and Viola have a decision to make: Hit the brakes on their relationships to keep up the ruse, or come clean about who they really are and sacrifice their racing careers forever.
Is love more important than crossing the finish line? Or will it all end in a flaming wreck?
STANDARD, PRIMARY, DM AND VARIANT COVERS
Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.
In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.
The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.
PRODUCT TYPES
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Here's a brief overview of the main types:
Omnibus
- Large, hardcover collections
- Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
- Typically 800-1000+ pages
- Higher price point, often €100-€150
Oversized Hardcover (OHC)
- Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
- Collect shorter runs or story arcs
- Usually 300-600 pages
- Priced between €30-€50
Hardcover (HC)
- Standard-sized hardcover books
- Collect 6-12 issues typically
- Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
- Priced around €25-€35
Trade Paperback (TP)
- Softcover collections
- Standard comic book size
- Usually collect 4-6 issues
- Most affordable option, typically €15-€25
Other Formats
- Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
- Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
- Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues
The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs