Before I truly begin, I'd like to say that this wasn't a terrible story. Notable works. Pip and Andie are white, and Sal is of Indian descent. This is book brimming with diversity, the have and have-nots and coming-of-age. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. He was such a lovable character. A must-read!' Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Fun lottery ticket quest tale explores race, class issues. BFF Charm:Yay Seventeen-year-old Charlie Davis, a white girl living on the margins, thinks she has little reason to live: her father drowned himself; her bereft and abusive mother kicked her out; her best friend, Ellis, is nearly brain dead after cutting too deeply; and she's gone through unspeakable experiences living on the street. Stone narrates, Short Story Sunday: Pigeon Tonys Last Stand by Lisa Scottoline, Audiobook Review: The Snow Storm by Triona Walsh, Audiobook Review: The Sun Does Shine by Anthony Ray Hinton, Audiobook Review: Where the Forest Meets the Stars by Glendy Vanderah. This shared experience plus attraction brings them together in On an adventure. Its eye-catching because its sort of plain. : All Rights Reserved. Nic Stone It made it hard to love and empathize with her. Growing up, Autumn and Finny were like peas in a pod despite their differences: Autumn is quirky and odd, while Finny is sweet and shy and everyone like[s] him. But in eighth grade, Autumn and Finny stop being friends due to an unexpected kiss. --Ibram X. Kendi, "A delightful, hilarious romance that digs into issues surrounding class. Seventeen-year-old Rico splits her time outside school between looking after her younger brother and working in the local gas station to help her mum pay the bills. The heroine was fiercely independent and a hard worker but smothered by family and financial responsibility. Everyone believes that Salil Singh killed his girlfriend, Andrea Bell, five years agoexcept Pippa Fitz-Amobi. I liked the characters and their quest to find the 'jackpot', but I was kind of disappointed by the ending . Common Sense is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century. Dhonielle Clayton I disliked Ricos terrible self confidence but I guess her circumstances does explain it. : Title: Jackpot. SEE MEMBER PRICE. Rico came with so much unnecessary angst. Your privacy is important to us. Money is a fraught topic, especially in a capitalist culture that equates wealth with goodness, especially because it represents the convergence of status, privilege, and sociology. I have read all of her books and the first was Dear Martin. Rico is working on Christmas Eve when she sells I think it was two tickets for the mega lottery jackpot. Using parenthesis, hashtags and run-ons like this book was a twitter post. After graduating from Spelman College, she worked extensively in teen mentoring and lived in Israel for a few years before returning to the US to write full-time. : I also loved the segues where the inanimate objects talk- a little levity thrown in. I only read this because I thought it was a 2020 pub and I needed something new to read during the quarantine. , Dimensions You'll laugh as much as you sigh while reading this novel about luck, loveand how having a little bit of both is more than enough." That also came across as authentic to me. In addition, the same familiar and lazy tropes were heavily learned upon for character development. I received neither money nor peanut butter cups in exchange for this review. After being at school during the day, Rico works her evenings at a convenience store to help her family to be able to pay the bills. There aren't any reviews yet. Disclosure: I received this book from the Publisher/Author in exchange for an impartial review. Please try again. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 1, 2021, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 7, 2020, Really good read what happens next?!? I didnt get the cutesy happy ending that I wanted, but I was glad that things worked out. Every. A different couple shares an intense romantic kiss at a school dance. amzn_assoc_ad_type = "smart"; !The writing paid no attention to all the rules of the English language. All rights reserved. This book is entertaing and heartwarming, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 10, 2021. Okay, so first: I LO. Rico is white, Latinx, and black. Ships from and sold by RAREWAVES-IMPORTS. Every. It was very distracting. Most of this book was Rico complaining and questioning everything.This one is just nowhere near the love I have for Dear Martin and Odd One Out. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. So, why do I love Jackpot so much? Your email address will not be published. This is the first book I read from this author. The original investigation concluded with most of the evidence pointing to Sal, who was found dead in the woods, apparently by suicide. I really wanted to love this book, but it just didnt do it for me. Copyright 2023 Kirkus Media LLC. BookPage is a recommendation guide for readers, highlighting the best new books across all genres as chosen by our editors. tldr the writing was cringey and the ending was horrible lmao. Something went wrong. Reading previous reviews, I thought the story would be realistic and the cover made me believe there might be room for some interesting romance. She gives Rico the attitude that she wanted portrayed. I think this book made my brain explode a little bit, but in a good way? Stone followed up her debut with 2018's Odd One Out, also YA, about the intersection of friendship and romance. Although I guessed the ending very early on, the story was so good I just couldnt stop reading. with how she lets her pride get in the way. amzn_assoc_design = "enhanced_links"; : Written by: Nic Stone. but the ENDING literally the last thirty-ish pages was so bad. I am have a fan. I really wanted to love this book, but it just didnt do it for me. Author: Nic Stone; Published: 2019. 1 title per month from Audible's entire catalog of best sellers, and new releases. He had problems, but he was obviously very into Rico from the beginning and was so sweet about it. Dear Martin. This book was fantastic! I feel like in YA, a lot of the characters I read are basically middle class or rich and thats something I hate. I really enjoyed the journey Rico and Zan went on and did not know where the story was going for the conclusion, but I should have seen it coming! 9781984829627. After graduating from Spelman College, she worked extensively in teen mentoring and lived in Israel for a few years before returning to the US to write full-time. Ricos desperation felt honest and true. Powerful Stories About Martin Luther King Jr. This one is really special. But in order to track down this mysterious woman, Rico is going to need the help of a hacker, and it just so happens that one of the most popular boys in schoolheir to a toilet paper company, snazzy dresser, family richer than Godis just the person she needs. Also Zan is like one of my favorite YA love interests ever. Ashley Woodfolk First things first: this, All I Want For Christmas Is You (wel, "All I have are my dreams, and I'm beginning to re, Hello, its Becca Enter your email address to subscribe to Good Books And Good Wine and receive notifications of new posts by email. Top subscription boxes right to your door, 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. once i got to the middle, though, i started really enjoying the story. That coupled with massively unrelatable characters made this book lame. Talky Talk:Conversational They have 180 days to track the winner down before the ticket expires. From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Dear Martin --which. Jessicas Rating: 5 stars. Your expectations will be teased and you'll have a lot of fun. nicstone .info. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Underage teens drink alcohol, and a girl blacks out. Stone realistically shows how some families truly do live paycheck to paycheck and how even one event could happen and cause financial disaster to a family. Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2019. But someone is watching, and Pip may be in more danger than she realizes. ), Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2020. Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations. I get that you may not want to be on assistance and fend for yourself, but when it comes to the detriment of your family (mom has money issues and Rico handles it all) and even the fact that your child has to help the family make rent each month. Please choose a different delivery location. This one was by far, my favorite. But what happens when have and have-nots collide? amzn_assoc_tracking_id = "gobogowi-20"; Ive read 2 of her previous books: (Dear Martin, Dear Justyce), they were absolutely breathtaking. I absolutely Love Nic Stone. This book is so powerful and yet fun and so beautifully written, it just goes beyond words. touches on rising health care costs, the effect of illness in the family, interracial dating, and biracial identity. He was such a lovable character. Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations. She pushes the envelope for young adults. I went to a different high school than her, but still it is really amazing to hear the familiarity of things you know so well! I related to Rico a lot and I also liked all of the conversations between the characters. Jackpot. Jackpot, her third novel, is a life-affirming story about the humanity in people, no matter how little or how much is in their bank account. Try again. Nic Stone was born and raised in a suburb of Atlanta, GA, and the only thing she loves more than an adventure is a good story about one. Top subscription boxes right to your door, 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Teen & Young Adult Social & Family Issue Fiction, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. . Espaol (prximamente) - volver al inicio, Best Movies on Netflix, Disney+, and More, Common Sense Selections for family entertainment, Best TV Shows on Netflix, Disney+, and More, Growing Up Queer: Thoughtful Books About LGBTQ+ Youth, Check out new Common Sense Selections for games, Teachers: Find the best edtech tools for your classroom with in-depth expert reviews. Andrea Nicole Livingstone (born July 10, 1985), known as Nic Stone, is an American author of young adult fiction and middle grade fiction, best known for her debut novel Dear Martin and her middle grade debut, Clean Getaway. Jackpot, her third novel, is a life-affirming story about the humanity in people, no matter how little or how much is in their bank account. Rico figures if she informs the winner, that person might give her a reward. , Dimensions Audiobook, Reviewed By: Jessica Rico repeatedly thinks to herself about how troubled she is by Zan's behavior--how his class status allows him to swoop in and save the day, how he nods along when his family talks about how poor people can't handle having money--but she mostly just goes along with his actions, rather than confronting him or asking him to change. Jackpot is a story about a ticket. Jackpot Author: Nic Stone Published: October 15, 2019 Audiobook. A lifeline. Relationship Status:Id Bet On You. . Im dissatisfied with the ending, and the back and forth fighting got annoying. A piece of paper that represents possibility. Nic's newest book confronts each of these issues, and couches the conversation in the complexities of YA relationships. . Something went wrong. In addition, the same familiar and lazy tropes were heavily learned upon for character development. Every. Meet Rico: high school senior and afternoon-shift cashier at the Gas n Go, who after school and work races home to take care of her younger brother. Zans unhappy, patriarchal family was a whole nother level of craziness. creates two unforgettable characters in one hard-hitting story about class, money--both too little and too much--and how you make your own luck in the world. My favorite moments of the book were Zans blatant flirting and Ricos complete inability to deal with it. ISBN. Factor:The Lottery I love all of Nic Stone's work, but Jackpot is my favorite so far. So when she sells a jackpot-winning lotto ticket and the money goes unclaimed, Rico thinks maybe her luck has changed. Single. Without having an actual conversation, Rico knows what their home lives must be. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. I was not a fan of Ricos mom whose pride was too much to even get any form of assistance for her family. I literally did football maneuvers in a ballroom to make sure I got this ARC. Then theres also her neighbor, Jessica, who is poor as well, but she hides it so well. This is the first book I read from this author. I am a true fan of Nic Stone! Her cluelessness definitely got to be a bit much (especially near the end, like, does he have to jump off a cliff to prove himself to you?? Her family is living on the edge. It's not a story of heroes -- it's about how people experience that fine line between desperation and hope. THIS BOOK KILLS How did it turn out? It just seemed silly. Rating: . She knows all she will ever need to know about each of her classmates. Reclaim The Stars edited by Zoraida Cordova | Book Review. Saturday Fun-day: Book Superlatives (as started on The Perpetual Page-Turner). An honest and touching depiction of friendship, first love, and everything in between. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average. Praise. You're almost done! I included 2 examples in my review pictures. her third novel, is a life-affirming story about the humanity in people, no matter how little or how much is in their bank account. I liked thatJackpot didnt shy from that or try to make it seem like poverty is some grand adventure. I disliked Ricos terrible self confidence but I guess her circumstances does explain it. So when a customer at the gas station buys what might be a winning lottery ticket, it sets a whole new life in motion for Rico. Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them. And the character who is an heir to a fortune feels trapped and bored in a family that's loaded him with expectations. Very very good read. Rico has had to grow up long before her time. --which Angie Thomas, the bestselling author of. And also? Many of the narrator's experiences did feel like accurate descriptions of how it feels to live paycheck-to-paycheck, and the tension between responsibility to care for family and the desire to just enjoy being a teenager felt all too real. Im probably not going to do this book justice with my review and someone has probably said it better than me already but Im going to give it a try! But Stone takes two characters, Rico and Zan, and introduces their complex lives, Ricos poverty, and Zans family expectations. You can find her goofing off and/or fangirling over her adorable little family on most social media platforms as @getnicced, or on her website: www.nicstone.info. BECKY ALBERTALLI. Learn how your comment data is processed. TEENS & YOUNG ADULT SOCIAL THEMES, by Like, it LITERALLY had me reading outloud, trying to figure out the cadence of speech and what the characters were trying to say. And speaking of Nicola Yoon earlier, if you havent readThe Sun Is Also a Starbut you enjoy a sweet romance, then I encourage you to try it! All while missing out on friends, a social life, and the freedom of choices that her peers have especially as most come from quite privileged backgrounds. I loved the quirkiness of innate objects helping to tell the story. Your purchase helps us remain independent and ad-free. paperback cover with the lotto numbers in the girls hair. I personally thought it was fun, but YMMV! After holding everyone at arms length for so long, any whiff of an action that smelled like charitylike driving her to school or paying for her lunchwas rotten. Nic Stone This item cannot be shipped to your selected delivery location. That's why we've added a new "Diverse Representations" section to our reviews that will be rolling out on an ongoing basis. Your email address will not be published. Jackpot. I did not write a review straight away after I consumed this novel is because I did not know how to put my love for this novel into words. Same for Zan and for Rico's mom; they're layered and interesting characters. The thing is, not many romance novels make it up to my favourite list as the genre that dominates the list is Fantasy and the fact that both of these romance novels crawled their way up to the list means a lot to me. Review: I Hope You Get This Message by Farah Naz Rishi, Top Ten Tuesday: Extraordinary Book Titles, [ Newsletter Subscribers: 122 Out of stock. ANGIE THOMAS 'Earnest, funny, achingly human, and unshakably hopeful. Were glad you found a book that interests you! The plot was so far fetched. Bound by this lottery ticket, what does it represent for each of them? Reviewed By: Jessica Dates Read: May 28-June 5, 2020 Jessica's Rating: 5 stars Book Description: Meet Rico: high school senior and afternoon-shift cashier at the Gas 'n' Go, who after school and work races home to take care of her younger brother. It doesnt seem to matter what Rico wants, as she is forced to make sacrifices left and right. Because of the characters and the romance, of course. The heroine was fiercely independent and a hard worker but smothered by family and financial responsibility. Categories: The parents' guide to what's in this book. Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2019. JACKPOT is a hard-hitting novel about class, money and how you make your own luck in the world. These items are shipped from and sold by different sellers. Jacksons debut is well-executed and surprises readers with a connective web of interesting characters and motives. Stephanie (she/her) is an avid reader who moonlights at a college and calls Orlando home. A lifeline. 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