You can help us help kids by I included 2 examples in my review pictures. By: Nic Stone. Like, it LITERALLY had me reading outloud, trying to figure out the cadence of speech and what the characters were trying to say. Day. Its got a wholly unique plot. Tags: 5 stars, Contemporary, Nic Stone, Realistic FIction, YA. (Rico's mom was so misguidedbut I do think her often baffling decisions are actually pretty realistic for some people. When she realizes that the unclaimed winning ticket is in the possession of the sweet old ladywho by her own admission has memory problemsRico decides that its her civic duty to track down the woman to make sure she understands what shes carrying. Nic Stone's Jackpot is a book you need to add to your TBR immediately. Pips sleuthing is both impressive and accessible. by But, this one felt..off. <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. A lifeline. Rico sets out to find this mystery woman with the help of a popular classmate who is also of the rich class. I think this book made my brain explode a little bit, but in a good way? . She pushes the envelope for young adults. There was a problem loading your book clubs. It was very distracting. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. JACKPOT is the second book by Nic Stone that Ive really enjoyed. 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! --Ibram X. Kendi, "A delightful, hilarious romance that digs into issues surrounding class. Your purchase helps us remain independent and ad-free. Nic Stone is the author of the New York Times bestselling Dear Martin and Odd One Out, which Booklist called "essential reading" in a starred review. ), but Stone knows how to write excellent first love tingles, and I was swept away regardless. I enjoyed the story and the characters. BECKY ALBERTALLI. Rico is tough and serious, in her determinedly matter-of-fact way. Your expectations will be teased and you'll have a lot of fun. That was a lot of angst for nothing. All rights reserved. This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers. When Rico sells a jackpot-winning lotto ticket, she thinks maybe her luck will finally change, but only if shewith some assistance from her popular and wildly rich classmate Zancan find the ticket holder who hasnt claimed the prize. I definitely highly recommend this one, its a fun yet moving YA coming of age story that will just grab at your heart strings and make you fall in love. Fun lottery ticket quest tale explores race, class issues. The bright spot in the book was Zan. This one was by far, my favorite. View our Privacy Policy for more info. I absolutely Love Nic Stone. Stone delivers a thoughtful and polished novel about class, privilege, and relative poverty. How did it turn out? !The writing paid no attention to all the rules of the English language. 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. Okay, so first: I LO. Very very good read. by Together, the two embark on a quest and along the way end up realizing theyre actually more alike than one would think. Thank You Netgalley for granting me an arc. 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. , Reviewed in Australia on October 22, 2022, Expected more as I had just completed Dear Martin which is a must read. This author does a great job of having representation and a great story in all the books she writes. 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. Nic Stone is the author of the New York Times bestselling Dear Martin, Odd One Out and Jackpot. 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.. Out of stock. Tiffany D. Jackson , Item Weight A lifeline. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 1, 2021, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 7, 2020, Really good read what happens next?!? Fun and flirty, but also with some really important social commentary. Also Zan is like one of my favorite YA love interests ever. , So when she sells a jackpot-winning lotto ticket and the money goes unclaimed, Rico thinks maybe her luck has changed. Meet Rico: high school senior and afternoon-shift cashier at the Gas 'n . One of those tickets wins, but the winnings aren't claimed. 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. Growing up with a wide range of cultures, religions, and backgrounds, Stone strives to bring these diverse voices and stories to her work. She writes about things that only people think about and never really voice. I received neither money nor peanut butter cups in exchange for this review. 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. The following two tabs change content below. Theres good detail to the drawings that make it clear attention was taken to make it authentic to the characters styles. : She gives Rico the attitude that she wanted portrayed. You will get an email reminder before your trial ends. Few authors could pull off what Cathleen Schine does in, Many writers have imitated Jenny Odells unique style since the publication of, Deanna Raybourns masterful balance between romance and mystery makes, 19962022 BookPage and ProMotion, inc. | 2143 Belcourt Avenue, Nashville, TN 37212. amzn_assoc_marketplace = "amazon"; Required fields are marked *. 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. TEENS & YOUNG ADULT SOCIAL THEMES, by Rico is working on Christmas Eve when she sells I think it was two tickets for the mega lottery jackpot. Write With Me: NaNoWriMo & the Annual Young Adult Discovery Contest! Jackpot is a story about a ticket. In her free time she can be found binge watching The Office with her husband and toddler, spending way too much time on Pinterest or exploring her neighborhood. 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. This is book brimming with diversity, the have and have-nots and coming-of-age. The ticket was sold at the Gas 'N' Go where Rico, a 17-year-old African American girl, works. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 1, 2021, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 7, 2020, Really good read what happens next?!? While I loved Zans character, Ricos story and narration is what propels the story forward. Stephanie loves watching television, reading DIY blogs, planning awesome parties, Halloween decorating, and playing live-action escape games. Day. Pip and Andie are white, and Sal is of Indian descent. Holly Jackson Genre: Young Adult // Contemporary. Her Mom was written as ridiculous and unbelievable as her. Ill write more of a review once I process my thoughts better, but for now: preorder this one. Nenia I yeet my books back and forth Campbell. with how she lets her pride get in the way. amzn_assoc_region = "US"; 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. She works for a non-profit. Nic lives in Atlanta with her adorable little family. Website. 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). I am have a fan. A lot of it made me super touched. Trouble signing in? : Rico is the main character inJackpot. Jackpot. Its about the impact of an object. As it turns out, buying Jackpot was a great life choice. He agrees. Jackpot. I really wanted to love this book, but it just didnt do it for me. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Same for Zan and for Rico's mom; they're layered and interesting characters. Every. 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 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! Be the first to review this title. --. All rights reserved. Rico asks her classmate, Zan, a White kid from a very wealthy family, to help her hack the security camera that . Your email address will not be published. Categories: : Rico figures if she informs the winner, that person might give her a reward. But what happens when have and have-nots collide? 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. And I loved how Zan loved Ricos little brother. It gave the story a breezy, snappy wit and kept the action moving at a brisk pace. When shes not thinking in dollar signs, Rico is tenacious and funny, which I liked about her. Rating: . I loved the quirkiness of innate objects helping to tell the story. Have you ever faced a moral decision related to money? 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. The characters are raw and real. A piece of paper that represents possibility. All Rights Reserved. Audiobook, Reviewed By: Jessica I highly recommend it. amzn_assoc_ad_mode = "manual"; It doesnt seem to matter what Rico wants, as she is forced to make sacrifices left and right. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Something went wrong. That behind the money can be the boundaries of freedom. : Overstretched at her job at a gas station to try and keep a roof over her familys heads, shes perpetually one crisis away from the edge. 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. Boy faces racial profiling in powerful, realistic tale. When we live for other people, we forget ourselves and what we need, the dreams that should fuel us. I listened to the audiobook version and LOVED it. Bio Latest Posts April (Books&Wine) Growing up with a wide range of cultures, religions, and backgrounds, Stone strives to bring these diverse voices and stories to her work. Jackpot revolves around the question of what would we do if we won the lottery. She is constantly worried about money and is the very definition of surviving, not thriving. He was such a lovable character. Video Book Reading. I personally thought it was fun, but YMMV! About Nic Stone. it made me hate zan, which considering the entirety of the book was spent making the reader + rico like him, frustrated me so much. Try again. Before Rico knows it, or particularly likes it, she has a partner in her investigation. Ibram X. Kendi 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. 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. I loved the quirkiness of innate objects helping to tell the story. Rico came with so much unnecessary angst. Let alone living in an area you cant afford! Did you enjoy those chapters? 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). document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. , Lexile measure Meet-the-Author Recording. That behind the money can be the boundaries of freedom. She pushes the envelope for young adults. Her woe is me attitude was exhausting. RELEASE DATE: April 1, 2013. Ive read 2 of her previous books: (Dear Martin, Dear Justyce), they were absolutely breathtaking. amzn_assoc_asins = "1984829653"; Cover Story:It Isnt Black And White 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. , ISBN-13 Your privacy is important to us. i almost gave this book four stars but dropped it because of the ending. so this book . Rico turns to Zan for help as hes amazing with computer hacking and she needs to find the little old lady. Laura Nowlin I didnt get the cutesy happy ending that I wanted, but I was glad that things worked out. Author: Nic Stone Ive read 2 of her previous books: (Dear Martin, Dear Justyce), they were absolutely breathtaking. Common Sense Media's unbiased ratings are created by expert reviewers and aren't influenced by the product's creators or by any of our funders, affiliates, or partners. Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web. This is the first book I read from this author. Nic Stone Publisher Bound by this lottery ticket, what does it represent for each of them? Copyright 2023 Kirkus Media LLC. I was not a fan of Ricos mom whose pride was too much to even get any form of assistance for her family. Zans argument that giving that much money to a poor person means theyll blow it on frivolous things is harsh and classist, and makes me wish we had better education in our country that taught young people of all walks of life how to consistently manage their finances from a young age (and I dont mean just one paltry semester of home ec in high school). Nic Stone is one of those authors Ive read all of their books so far. Strong characterization & critical points! 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