GLORIA BUENROSTRO IS NOT MY GIRLFRIEND

Successfully conveying teenage angst, David Lee Huynh infuses his performance with longing and youthful doubt as he delivers the story of Gary Võ. Gary and his best friend would do anything to be popular in high school. Then the notorious "Rooster Club" learns that Gary has befriended the most beautiful girl in school, Gloria. They challenge Gary to steal something from Gloria to join their club. Getting to know Gloria, Gary learns that her life is far from ideal. Gary shares his own challenges. As he develops feelings for Gloria, can he bring himself to steal from her? Huynh's voice has the perfect tone and cadence for a believable adolescent. Deftly voicing all the characters regardless of gender or ethnic background, he adds continuity to the story. A.M. © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: FEBRUARY 2024]