The Impossible Fortress

By: Jason Rekulak

Narrated by: Griffin Newman

From the author of the New York Times bestseller The Last One at the Wedding—a sweet coming-of-age story about young love that’s an “endearing, full embrace of the late 1980s” (USA TODAY) and a delightful blend of humor, heart, and the universal experience of growing up.

Fourteen-year-old Billy Marvin is living the dream of every nerd in New Jersey. His days are filled with endless debates over pop culture icons, late-night video game programming on his beloved Commodore 64, and the simple joys of friendship. But when Playboy magazine releases photos of Wheel of Fortune’s iconic Vanna White, Billy's world is turned upside down.

Enter Mary Zelinsky, a brilliant and equally geeky girl who challenges Billy in ways he never expected. As their friendship blossoms, Billy finds himself navigating the complexities of first love, all while hatching a plan with his friends to get their hands on the coveted magazine.

Described by Newsweek as " thoroughly escapist joy," The Impossible Fortress is a testament to the power of nostalgia and the timelessness of falling in love. Fans of Stranger Things and those who cherish pop culture and 80s nostalgia will find themselves transported back to a time when life was simpler, yet full of joyful anticipation.

An interesting and enjoyable story

This could probably be described as a YA book, but, I’m nowhere near a YA, so maybe it’s not, or I’m regressing...that might be nice. Anyway, it’s a fairly short book, with a moral to the story, which made it all that much better. Certainly enjoyed the narration as well, a fine performance.

Clever book for those growing up in the 70s-80s.

Even thought I first programmed on a TRS-80, there was much I found to like in this coming of age novel set among geeks of the early 80's. Highly recommended for anyone who *wasn't* a jock or cheerleader in high school.

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I loved this story, even though it feels slightly ya (ish). Great characters, a funny plot and just a tiny touch of predictability. And not at all sentimental.

This is the guys version of "Clueless ".

would be good for a tech geek maybe. The mistakes made over and over by even a youngster is a big much

Delightful page-turner with terrific narration.

Surprising plot twists make it a refreshing coming of age tale, especially for Gen Xers.