TEENS & YOUNG ADULT SOCIAL THEMES. . Rico asks her classmate, Zan, a White kid from a very wealthy family, to help her hack the security camera that . Language A piece of paper that represents possibility. Filled with rich character development, whip-smart dialogue, and a layered exploration of financial precariousness, Stone (Odd One Out, 2018, etc.) Mo money, mo problems? BookPage is editorially independent; any publisher-sponsored content is clearly labeled as such. Something went wrong. Dear Martin. She has a way of making you exist in her fictional world and get completely wrapped up her characters. This shared experience plus attraction brings them together in On an adventure. Okay, so first: I LO. She pushes the envelope for young adults. Length: 7 hrs and 21 mins. Jackpot is a story about a ticket. Autumns coming-of-age is sensitively chronicled, with a wide range of experiences and events shaping her character. Author: Nic Stone; Published: 2019. This item cannot be shipped to your selected delivery location. This shared experience plus attraction brings them together in On an adventure. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Jackpot is a high school romance (senior prom receives its due) and also a kind of fairy tale (for all her complaining about thrift-store clothes, Rico still manages to end up in the perfect dress for any occasion). Rico has had to grow up long before her time. What do Rico and Zan mean to each other? I liked the Zan wasnt your typical cool rich kid. , Hardcover called "a must read"--comes a pitch-perfect romance that examines class, privilege, and how a stroke of good luck can change an entire life. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram at @getnicced or on her website nicstone.info. The good school her mom insists she attend is unlikely to lead to college afterward, and friends are in short supply because shes hard-wired to keep people at arms length. In the summer after graduation, Autumn and Finny reconnect and are finally ready to be more than friends. She works for a non-profit. And well, I truly believe that financial security can change your life and that yes money does buy happiness. I love Nic Stone, so she didnt disappoint! 9781984829627. Jackpot is a story about a ticket. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 1, 2021, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 7, 2020, Really good read what happens next?!? TEENS & YOUNG ADULT MYSTERY & THRILLER | 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. 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." Trouble signing in? I loved Rico as a character: it's easy to empathize with her plight while also feeling frustrated (and understanding!) Meet-the-Author Recording. touches on rising health care costs, the effect of illness in the family, interracial dating, and biracial identity. There is a surprise end to the adventure. Fun and flirty, but also with some really important social commentary. Strong characterization & critical points! Cover Story:It Isnt Black And White But even with two jobs they cant cover all the bills, so Rico is forced to work a job herself and put all her paycheck towards their monthly budget. Stone delivers a thoughtful and polished novel about class, privilege, and relative poverty. "Funny, captivating, and thoughtful." The Atlantic.com Related collections and offers Explore Black Voices Try again. ie: 'she was beautiful but didn't know she was beautiful' And 'his Dad, a millionaire, was self made and tough but still made his son come up in the ranks the hard way' sigh, try HARDER!! 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. Rico asks her classmate, Zan, a White kid from a very wealthy family, to help her hack the security camera that records the parking lot so that she can get the winner's license plate number. : From the author of the New York Times bestseller Dear Martinwhich Angie Thomas, the bestselling author of The Hate U Give, called "a must read"comes a pitc. about class, privilege, and relative poverty., the story explores how class, status, and moneyor lack thereofhave the ability to limit or expand life opportunities, the choices we make, and our universal need for love and connection.. Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Be the first to review this title. 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. Nic lives in Atlanta with her adorable little family. Bio Latest Posts April (Books&Wine) Nic Stone, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin, 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. A lot of it made me super touched. Learn more. Also? with how she lets her pride get in the way. Single. I repeat, DONT PICKUP THIS BOOK IF YOU HAVE THINGS THAT NEED DONE. This is the first book I read from this author. Learn more. The ticket was sold at the Gas 'N' Go where Rico, a 17-year-old African American girl, works. She knows all she will ever need to know about each of her classmates. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. I also loved the conversations about privilege and money and obligations throughout. Haven't read this yet, just combatting an absurd rating from someone else who has certainly not read it. A raw, captivating, and undeniably real bestselling debut. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club thats right for you for free. 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. ie: 'she was beautiful but didn't know she was beautiful' And 'his Dad, a millionaire, was self made and tough but still made his son come up in the ranks the hard way' sigh, try HARDER!! For Zan with his uptight dad, money is a prison of obligations and threats, while for Rico, a sudden influx of wealth would solve 95% of her problems. Author: Nic Stone. Growing up with a wide range of cultures, religions, and backgrounds, Stone strives to bring these diverse voices and stories to her work. And I loved how Zan loved Ricos little brother. He had problems, but he was obviously very into Rico from the beginning and was so sweet about it. In many ways, they represent a person in their lives whose sudden presence forces them to reconsider their own life. And if the lady happens to feel grateful enough to throw a reward Ricos waywell, sometimes good deeds pay off. Starred () titles indicate a book that is exceptional in its genre or category. Nic Stone ( Dear Martin) structures Jackpot like a romance with a twist of mysteryRico enlists rich kid Zan to help her track down the ticket holder, and their shared quest leads to mutual attractionbut it has so much more going on underneath its surface. I absolutely Love Nic Stone. Please try your request again later. ), which offers a glimpse beyond Ricos tight focus and also adds some surreal charm. 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. But Jackpot tells other stories, too, about how we judge one another based on race and class, and the ways those most in need sometimes cut themselves off from help thats hiding in plain sight. , Reading age Get the latest posts delivered to your mailbox: I am a Nic Stone fan, and a big influence has to do that we are both from not only the same home state of Georgia, but the same home county: I love how she mentions her former high school: Norcross High School. Ibram X. Kendi I personally thought it was fun, but YMMV! Nic Stone (Dear Martin) structures Jackpot like a romance with a twist of mysteryRico enlists rich kid Zan to help her track down the ticket holder, and their shared quest leads to mutual attractionbut it has so much more going on underneath its surface. RELEASE DATE: April 1, 2013. Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2020, Great read! It was exhausting to read in how real and (sadly) relatable it felt (though thats nothing compared to actually living it). After Jackpot, she has three books due for release in 2020. 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. I was randomly browsing in Barnes & Noble, when I saw this book for sale on the buy one get one 50% off, so I bought it without knowing anything about it except that I had really liked the cover. There are several interesting themes: we all have choices and don't let those choices limit us; the perceived haves and have nots; the grass isn't always greener on the other side of the fence; in addition to the romance. i almost gave this book four stars but dropped it because of the ending. Laura Nowlin I received neither money nor peanut butter cups in exchange for this review. Excerpt. My favorite moments of the book were Zans blatant flirting and Ricos complete inability to deal with it. Rico is the main character inJackpot. so this book . Let me preface by saying I'm not a fan of Stone's writing style. I highly recommend it. A girl smokes in her car and attempts to hide the evidence from her mother by covering her hair. She works at a convenience store and lives in a really small apartment in a great neighborhood with her little brother and her mother. : Day. I also loved the segues where the inanimate objects talk- a little levity thrown in. She can tell what type of people they are. Boy faces racial profiling in powerful, realistic tale. 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. Its about the impact of an object. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. I purchased the audio as well; great narrator. This one is really special. They drift apart and find new friends, but their friendship keeps asserting itself atparties, shared holiday gatherings and random encounters. Same for Zan and for Rico's mom; they're layered and interesting characters. Praise. April always has a book on hand. About Nic Stone. The story it tells and the many different messages it sends is so damn important. Angie Thomas Rico came with so much unnecessary angst. Categories: Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2019. This guy from school, Zan, who is super wealthy, shows up to buy something as well but she has her manager handle him. The convergence of status, privilege, and socioeconomics, Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2019. Not going to lie. Try again. 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! ), but Stone knows how to write excellent first love tingles, and I was swept away regardless. In Jackpot, it's the personification of essential objects (by essential I mean, they all play key roles to developing the story). , Reviewed in Australia on October 22, 2022, Expected more as I had just completed Dear Martin which is a must read. Rico recognizes a few numbers and believes the older woman she saw on Christmas Eve is the winner and may not know it as no one has claimed the winning ticket (the woman mentioned memory problems). School should be Ricos priority, not helping to take care of her mom and little brother. Nic Stone by : There is a huge difference between getting assistance when needed and taking advantage of the system. In addition, the same familiar and lazy tropes were heavily learned upon for character development. It made it hard to love and empathize with her. I enjoyed the story and the characters. Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2021. BECKY ALBERTALLI. : Single. , Dimensions Author: Nic Stone The heroine was fiercely independent and a hard worker but smothered by family and financial responsibility. I disliked Ricos terrible self confidence but I guess her circumstances does explain it. Theres not much plot here, but readers will relish the opportunity to climb inside Autumns head. by If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2019. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Nic Stone, the New York Timesbestselling author of Dear Martinand Odd One Out,creates two unforgettable characters in one hard-hitting story about class, moneyboth too little and too muchand how you make your own luck in the world. But is a Jackpot really the answer to all her problems? Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. I'd say this was about a 2.5 as I had to knock some stars off my review for some things I had a problem with. Very very good read. Rico and Zan's pursuit of the lottery ticket leads them to a few scams and even to the brink of committing a crime. , Dimensions Pip and Andie are white, and Sal is of Indian descent. Written by: Nic Stone. It was enjoyable and I found myself smiling from time to time but unfortunately, that wasn't enough to save it for me. I LOVED this book. When a customer purchases the winning ticket at the Gas n Go where she works but doesnt claim it, Rico begins searching for the elderly woman she believes to be the winner. ISBN. It made it hard to love and empathize with her. Every. : As it turns out, buying Jackpot was a great life choice. The characters are raw and real. by Nic Stone. This one was by far, my favorite. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. It was very distracting. Unable to ignore the gaps in the case, Pip sets out to prove Sals innocence, beginning with interviewing his younger brother, Ravi. 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! Her woe is me attitude was exhausting. Reclaim The Stars edited by Zoraida Cordova | Book Review. The main character was the most negative and insecure female! Strong characterization & critical points! He was such a lovable character. Although I guessed the ending very early on, the story was so good I just couldnt stop reading. Your email address will not be published. Zans unhappy, patriarchal family was a whole nother level of craziness. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Jackpot doesn't shy away from the tougher issues about class in the United States. the characters and relationships were fun to read about and i liked rico and zan a lot. This book is so powerful and yet fun and so beautifully written, it just goes beyond words. TEENS & YOUNG ADULT FICTION | . 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. Her Mom was written as ridiculous and unbelievable as her. Notable works. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Access a growing selection of included Audible Originals, audiobooks and podcasts. Your purchase helps us remain independent and ad-free. But someone is watching, and Pip may be in more danger than she realizes. SEE MEMBER PRICE. it felt so cringey and made rico seem really annoying at times. 1 title per month from Audible's entire catalog of best sellers, and new releases. It just seemed silly. , ISBN-10 Between her job and her mother's, the family is barely making rent in the neighborhood where they live for the good schools. 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. Research shows a connection between kids' healthy self-esteem and positive portrayals in media. Narrated by: Nic Stone. Reprinted by permission. A lifeline. She writes about things that only people think about and never really voice. Magazine Subscribers (How to Find Your Reader Number). 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 (This also happened to me when I listened to the audio book of, Ok, enough of the fangirling, now to get on to the review of, I listened to the audiobook version and LOVED it. One of those tickets wins, but the winnings aren't claimed. I met her this year at a library conference and she was fabulous! suggesting a diversity update. Please choose a different delivery location. i dont know what the author was going for w the random inanimate object povs, but i was not a fan. However, the winner, a little old lady, has not yet come forward to claim her winnings. She was born in Atlanta and has lived and in Israel, working extensively in teen mentoring. The Inheritance Games (The Inheritance Games #1), The Percy Jackson Coloring Book (Camp Half-Blood Chronicles; Percy Jackson and the Olympians). On Christmas Eve, Ricopart-time gas station employee, friendless high school senior, girl struggling to get through everyday life with her sanity intactsold exactly three lottery tickets for the $212 million dollar jackpot. If youd like some more lottery wish fulfillment, check out Jennifer E SmithsWindfall. I love all of Nic Stone's work, but Jackpot is my favorite so far. I loved the quirkiness of innate objects helping to tell the story. Nic's newest book confronts each of these issues, and couches the conversation in the complexities of YA relationships. All rights reserved. Nic Stone is one of those authors Ive read all of their books so far. BFF Charm:Yay Overall, this was a fun (though also heartbreaking) read! I didnt get the cutesy happy ending that I wanted, but I was glad that things worked out. TEENS & YOUNG ADULT ROMANCE | I was not a fan of Ricos mom whose pride was too much to even get any form of assistance for her family. There aren't any reviews yet. called "essential reading" in a starred review. She gives Rico the attitude that she wanted portrayed. He also did a lot for her, just providing support. Very occasional use of profanity includes "ass," "s--t," and "f--k.". Published: October 15, 2019 If she can find the ticket holder and reunite them with the cash, hopefully she will get a cut of the winnings. Every. This was such a delightful, funny, sweet read. Write With Me: NaNoWriMo & the Annual Young Adult Discovery Contest! I only read this because I thought it was a 2020 pub and I needed something new to read during the quarantine. Ok, enough of the fangirling, now to get on to the review of Jackpot. Nic Stone, the New York Timesbestselling author of Dear Martinand Odd One Out,creates two unforgettable characters in one hard-hitting story about class, money--both too little and too. The author experiments with chapters narrated by inanimate objects, including a Lego robot, fancy sheets, paper money, and that elusive lottery ticket itself. Common Sense Media. The plot kept me riveted. Hard book for me to get through. & Underage teens drink alcohol, and a girl blacks out. Nic Stone is the author of the New York Times bestselling Dear Martin, Odd One Out and Jackpot. Please choose a different delivery location. The hero also felt smothered by faith obligation. Have you ever faced a moral decision related to money? Jackpot revolves around the question of what would we do if we won the lottery. I love Nic Stone, so she didnt disappoint! She writes about things that only people think about and never really voice. When shes not thinking in dollar signs, Rico is tenacious and funny, which I liked about her. Video Book Reading. JACKPOT is a hard-hitting novel about class, money and how you make your own luck in the world. Together, the two embark on a quest and along the way end up realizing theyre actually more alike than one would think. It's got a wholly unique plot. Book Review: Zenith by Sasha Alsberg & Lindsay Cummings. 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. Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app. Wowowowow. There was a problem loading your book clubs. <p>From the author of the New York Times bestseller Dear Martin-comes a pitch-perfect romance that examines class, privilege, and how a stroke of good luck can change an entire life.<br /> 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. Factor:The Lottery As they try to track down the winners, Rico and Zan become friends. Audiobook, Reviewed By: Jessica Privacy Policy, Published by: Simon & Schuster (Crown Books) on. Jackpot. Published by: Simon & Schuster (Crown Books) on October 17th, 2019. Jackpot is a story that portrays class, privilege, and diversity. Also Zan is like one of my favorite YA love interests ever. , ISBN-13 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. Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app. The stunning sequel to the #1 New York Times bestseller Dear Martin. Same for Zan and for Rico's mom; they're layered and interesting characters. 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! I mean, I had absolutely heard of Nic Stone before (who hasnt). Theres good detail to the drawings that make it clear attention was taken to make it authentic to the characters styles. tldr the writing was cringey and the ending was horrible lmao. Intermittent passages from the perspectives of inanimate objectsincluding the winning ticketaround the characters add humor, and the short chapters inject the narrative with suspense. View our Privacy Policy for more info. Hard book for me to get through. The main character was the most negative and insecure female! That also came across as authentic to me. JLG Category. 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