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Introduction: Who is Holly Hills?
Holly Hills is a fictional character in the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" book series by Jeff Kinney. She is a student at Westmore Middle School, the same school attended by the series’ protagonist, Greg Heffley. Holly is depicted as intelligent, kind, and popular, with a talent for singing. She is also shown to be Greg’s crush throughout the series.
Holly Hills in the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" series
Holly Hills first appears in the third book of the series, "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw." She becomes a recurring character in the subsequent books, appearing in "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days" and "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul." Holly is an important character in Greg’s life, as he sees her as the ideal girl and often tries to impress her.
The chronological order of the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" books
The "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" series consists of 15 books, with the first book published in 2007. The books follow the life of Greg Heffley, a middle school student who documents his daily experiences in a diary. The books are written in a journal format, with illustrations and handwritten notes throughout. The books are not written in chronological order, but rather follow Greg’s life from middle school to high school.
Holly Hills’ introduction in "Dog Days"
In "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days," Holly Hills is introduced in the first chapter. Greg sees her at the public pool and is immediately smitten by her. He tries to impress her by pretending to be a member of the swim team, but his plan fails when Holly sees him struggling in the water.
The events of "Dog Days" involving Holly Hills
Throughout "Dog Days," Greg tries various methods to impress Holly, including attending a country club dance and inviting her to a neighborhood barbecue. Despite his efforts, Holly does not reciprocate his feelings. The two eventually become friends, and Holly helps Greg with his summer reading assignment.
How old is Holly Hills in "Dog Days"?
Holly Hills’ age is not explicitly stated in "Dog Days." However, it is assumed that she is around the same age as Greg, who is in middle school. Based on this assumption, Holly would be between the ages of 11 and 14 in "Dog Days."
Evidence from the book about Holly Hills’ age
There is no direct evidence in "Dog Days" about Holly Hills’ age. However, in "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul," which takes place two years after "Dog Days," Holly is shown to be attending high school. This implies that she is at least 14 years old in "Dog Days."
Comparing Holly Hills’ age in the book and the movie
In the film adaptation of "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days," Holly Hills is played by actress Peyton List. List was born in 1998, which would make her around 14 years old when the movie was released in 2012. This is consistent with the assumption that Holly is around the same age as Greg in the book.
Holly Hills’ role in the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" franchise
Holly Hills plays an important role in the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" franchise as Greg’s crush and love interest. Her character is also significant in that she represents the popular and attractive girl that Greg is constantly trying to impress. Holly’s role in the series highlights the importance of appearance and social status in middle school.
Fan theories about Holly Hills’ age
Some fans of the series have speculated that Holly Hills may be older than Greg, possibly by a year or two. This theory is based on the fact that Holly is shown to be attending high school in "The Long Haul," while Greg is still in middle school. However, there is no direct evidence in the books to support this theory.
Conclusion: Holly Hills’ age in "Dog Days" remains a mystery
While it is assumed that Holly Hills is around the same age as Greg in "Dog Days," her exact age is never stated in the book. However, based on her appearance in "The Long Haul," it can be inferred that she is at least 14 years old in "Dog Days." Regardless of her age, Holly’s character remains an important part of the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" franchise.
Sources and references for further reading
- Kinney, Jeff. "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days." Amulet Books, 2009.
- Kinney, Jeff. "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw." Amulet Books, 2009.
- Kinney, Jeff. "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul." Amulet Books, 2014.
- "Peyton List." IMDb, www.imdb.com/name/nm2581491/.