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. Published: October 15, 2019 , Reading age In that time, they learn about each other's lives and become friends. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers. How did it turn out? This book just absolutely blew me away. I mean, I had absolutely heard of Nic Stone before (who hasnt). 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. Boy tries to stop girl's death in romantic time-travel tale. 1 title per month from Audible's entire catalog of best sellers, and new releases. That behind the money can be the boundaries of freedom. And also? !The writing paid no attention to all the rules of the English language. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2021. 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. Once you realize what kind of power you hold, Id gladly take that bet on you ruling the world someday. This one is really special. However, the books I heard of wereDear Martin andDear Justyce. Her novels have been translated into six languages. It made it hard to love and empathize with her. , Unable to ignore the gaps in the case, Pip sets out to prove Sals innocence, beginning with interviewing his younger brother, Ravi. It is Christmas Eve and Rico sells a few lottery tickets, and she later finds out the store she works at sold THE winning ticket! once i got to the middle, though, i started really enjoying the story. TEENS & YOUNG ADULT ROMANCE | This book is entertaing and heartwarming, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 10, 2021. by Filled with rich character development, whip-smart dialogue, and a layered exploration of financial precariousness, Stone (Odd One Out, 2018, etc.) Published by: Simon & Schuster (Crown Books) on October 17th, 2019. Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web. Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Wowowowow. Before Rico knows it, or particularly likes it, she has a partner in her investigation. Bound by this lottery ticket, what does it represent for each of them? The convergence of status, privilege, and socioeconomics, Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2019. 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. Categories: Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average. A treat for mystery readers who enjoy being kept in suspense. --which Angie Thomas, the bestselling author of. From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Dear Martin--which Angie Thomas, the bestselling author of The Hate U Give, called "a must read"--comes a pitch-perfect romance that examines class, privilege, and how a stroke of good . : I liked the Zan wasnt your typical cool rich kid. Nic's newest book confronts each of these issues, and couches the conversation in the complexities of YA relationships. Day. Jackpot doesn't shy away from the tougher issues about class in the United States. Holly Jackson. Ive read 2 of her previous books: (Dear Martin, Dear Justyce), they were absolutely breathtaking. And the character who is an heir to a fortune feels trapped and bored in a family that's loaded him with expectations. Access a growing selection of included Audible Originals, audiobooks and podcasts. suggesting a diversity update. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It was maddening with how unfortunately real her actions felt. This item cannot be shipped to your selected delivery location. She knows theres no way she can go to college in their current financial situation, so she clings to the idea of this lottery ticket like a drowning woman with a life preserver. Anti-Bonus Factor:Awful Grownups Strong characterization & critical points! Rico sells three lottery tickets. I will definitely be reading more by Nic Stone! I wasnt interested in the perspective of the bed sheets and fidget spinners. That was a lot of angst for nothing. Ricos desperation felt honest and true. They drift apart and find new friends, but their friendship keeps asserting itself atparties, shared holiday gatherings and random encounters. There is a surprise end to the adventure. Stone includes chapters from the perspectives of inanimate objects which I geeked out about and these just bring home the theme of these objects as witnesses and hidden secrets. I purchased the audio as well; great narrator. Author: Nic Stone 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. JLG Category. 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. it made me hate zan, which considering the entirety of the book was spent making the reader + rico like him, frustrated me so much. View our Privacy Policy for more info. This item: Jackpot by Nic Stone Hardcover $15.92 Dear Justyce by Nic Stone Hardcover $12.20 Odd One Out by Nic Stone Paperback $10.99 Customers who viewed this item also viewed Page Start over Odd One Out Nic Stone 354 Hardcover 87 offers from $1.49 Random Minis: Dear Martin Nic Stone 7,694 Paperback 27 offers from $5.89 Dear Justyce Nic Stone It also explored the social condition of living paycheck to paycheck and how a life event could break the text nous financial balanced. A lifeline. Will this investigative duo uniteor divide? : Rating: . Rico has had to grow up long before her time. Virginia Young Readers Program Award. But, this one felt..off. In many ways, they represent a person in their lives whose sudden presence forces them to reconsider their own life. Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2019. Something went wrong. Despite the difficulties, Rico's mom insists they live beyond their means in order to reside in an affluent area known for the quality of its schools. ), but Stone knows how to write excellent first love tingles, and I was swept away regardless. Audiobook, Reviewed By: Jessica Growing up with a wide range of cultures, religions, and backgrounds, Stone strives to bring these diverse voices and stories to her work. We won't share this comment without your permission. Copyright 2023 Kirkus Media LLC. 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. Angie Thomas Pre-publication book reviews and features keeping readers and industry The convergence of status, privilege, and socioeconomics, Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2019. High-Interest High Plus. : Praise. Single. JACKPOT is the second book by Nic Stone that Ive really enjoyed. Because of the characters and the romance, of course. InJackpot, I felt like the portrayal of Ricos life felt so authentic. Language In addition, the same familiar and lazy tropes were heavily learned upon for character development. Jackpotis available now. 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. Cover Story:It Isnt Black And White Theres not much plot here, but readers will relish the opportunity to climb inside Autumns head. Please try again. The original investigation concluded with most of the evidence pointing to Sal, who was found dead in the woods, apparently by suicide. Seventeen-year-old Ricos family is living paycheck to paycheck and way beyond their means, even with Ricos practically full-time job and her mothers long hours. That behind the money can be the boundaries of freedom. Rico Danger has a name straight out of an explosive action movie, but her life is hurtling off a cliff in ways that are all too ordinary. 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. touches on rising health care costs, the effect of illness in the family, interracial dating, and biracial identity. After Jackpot, she has three books due for release in 2020. Let me preface by saying I'm not a fan of Stone's writing style. , Reviewed in Australia on October 22, 2022, Expected more as I had just completed Dear Martin which is a must read. Very occasional use of profanity includes "ass," "s--t," and "f--k.". Jackpot revolves around the question of what would we do if we won the lottery. Together Rico and Zan set out on a long term adventure and maybe discover a little bit of romance. Rico struggles while feeling responsible for the livelihood of her family. Sorry, there was a problem loading this page. In addition, the same familiar and lazy tropes were heavily learned upon for character development. Publisher How do their different values affect their choices, and how do their choices help or harm them? Rico came with so much unnecessary angst. Even though I predicted the ending of this one pretty early on, there is just something about Nic Stone's writing that really does it for me and I liked this one SO MUCH. Jackpot. amzn_assoc_region = "US"; They have 180 days to track the winner down before the ticket expires. Excerpt. Similar Books I've Read: Because of The Sun, The United States of Us. Jackpot Author: Nic Stone Published: October 15, 2019 Audiobook. Genre: Young Adult // Contemporary. with how she lets her pride get in the way. RELEASE DATE: April 1, 2013. Every. 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. 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). Its free and takes less than 10 seconds! There aren't any reviews yet. Jackpot paperback cover with the lotto numbers in the girls hair. : : Please try your request again later. Learn how your comment data is processed. Growing up with a wide range of cultures, religions, and backgrounds, Stone strives to bring these diverse voices and stories to her work. As it turns out, buying Jackpot was a great life choice. Her woe is me attitude was exhausting. Teen mom/chef's inspiring tale shows perseverance, teamwork. But what happens when have and have-nots collide? However, the winner, a little old lady, has not yet come forward to claim her winnings. 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. A different couple shares an intense romantic kiss at a school dance. Every. He had problems, but he was obviously very into Rico from the beginning and was so sweet about it. happy valentines day, loves! Your expectations will be teased and you'll have a lot of fun. amzn_assoc_ad_mode = "manual"; Please try again. That coupled with massively unrelatable characters made this book lame. Privacy Policy, Published by: Simon & Schuster (Crown Books) on. 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. 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. Get help and learn more about the design. 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. Video Book Reading. Ashley Woodfolk Absolutely loved the conversation about money and class and the two main characters are the most adorable combo ! Top subscription boxes right to your door, 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. Notable works. I absolutely Love Nic Stone. I purchased the audio as well; great narrator. This one is really special. In the summer after graduation, Autumn and Finny reconnect and are finally ready to be more than friends. Factor:The Lottery I think this book made my brain explode a little bit, but in a good way? I included 2 examples in my review pictures. The main character was the most negative and insecure female! . (So much for time to do homework for that better education.) Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2020, Great read! Meet Rico: high school senior and afternoon-shift cashier at the Gas 'n . 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. She is constantly worried about money and is the very definition of surviving, not thriving. A lot of it made me super touched. With his help, Pip digs deeper, unveiling unsavory facts about Andie and the real reason Sals friends couldnt provide him with an alibi. Day. tldr the writing was cringey and the ending was horrible lmao. Every. QTY. Built on the Genesis Framework. Stone lives in Atlanta with her husband and two sons. , Dimensions Will this investigative duo uniteor divide? Magazine Subscribers (How to Find Your Reader Number). Dhonielle Clayton I also loved the conversations about privilege and money and obligations throughout. Your email address will not be published. Relationship Status:Id Bet On You. 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. But on August 8, everything changes, and Autumn has to rely on all her strength to move on. Any unauthorized use is expressly prohibited. Rico is white, Latinx, and black. 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. 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!! Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. The perfect next read for fans of Adam Silvera, Becky Albertalli and John Green. I am a true fan of Nic Stone! . Also Zan is like one of my favorite YA love interests ever. Rico is so grown, she even knows exactly how each of her peers sees her. I knew very little about it going in, pretty much just what was written on the inside flap. Jackpot. Entdecke Jackpot - Taschenbuch / Softback NEU Stein, Nic 29/09/2020 in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! A teen girl tells a friend that she and her boyfriend lost their virginity together. Something went wrong. I was not a fan of Ricos mom whose pride was too much to even get any form of assistance for her family. School should be Ricos priority, not helping to take care of her mom and little brother. This is the first book I read from this author. April always has a book on hand. i almost gave this book four stars but dropped it because of the ending. nicstone .info. And well, I truly believe that financial security can change your life and that yes money does buy happiness. 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. The bright spot in the book was Zan. Rico asks her classmate, Zan, a White kid from a very wealthy family, to help her hack the security camera that . No one has it all together and the money represents what we could do with that sense of freedom. BookPage is a recommendation guide for readers, highlighting the best new books across all genres as chosen by our editors. An honest and touching depiction of friendship, first love, and everything in between. Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. I loved Rico as a character: it's easy to empathize with her plight while also feeling frustrated (and understanding!) Hard book for me to get through. When shes not thinking in dollar signs, Rico is tenacious and funny, which I liked about her. : I liked the Zan wasnt your typical cool rich kid. Please choose a different delivery location. Tiffany D. Jackson Have you ever faced a moral decision related to money? Together, the two embark on a quest and along the way end up realizing theyre actually more alike than one would think. Ill write more of a review once I process my thoughts better, but for now: preorder this one. This is book brimming with diversity, the have and have-nots and coming-of-age. As they try to track down the winners, Rico and Zan become friends. , Hardcover Then theres also her neighbor, Jessica, who is poor as well, but she hides it so well. The plot was so far fetched. Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2021. TEENS & YOUNG ADULT SOCIAL THEMES, by The author experiments with chapters narrated by inanimate objects, including a Lego robot, fancy sheets, paper money, and that elusive lottery ticket itself. I wasnt crazy about parts of the story being told from the point of view of inanimate objects. Research shows a connection between kids' healthy self-esteem and positive portrayals in media. That also came across as authentic to me. Your purchase helps us remain independent and ad-free. That is if she can avoid falling for the annoyingly handsome (and filthy rich) boy she roped into helping her with the hunt.Praise for Nic Stone: 'A powerful, wrenching and compulsively readable story that lays bare the history, and the present of racism in America' JOHN GREEN 'Absolutely incredible, honest, gut-wrenching! The heroine was fiercely independent and a hard worker but smothered by family and financial responsibility. by Nic Stone. Also? : Wow. 9781984829627. 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. Common Sense is a nonprofit organization. Rico is tough and serious, in her determinedly matter-of-fact way. See our. 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. Rico tentatively begins to hope in the future as her feelings for the privileged and complex Zan and her camaraderie with new friends finally start balancing out her familys struggles. She can tell what type of people they are. 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. ), Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2020. Book Review: Zenith by Sasha Alsberg & Lindsay Cummings. Were glad you found a book that interests you! I loved the quirkiness of innate objects helping to tell the story. I am have a fan. 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. This shared experience plus attraction brings them together in On an adventure. The hero also felt smothered by faith obligation. Stone writes some chapters from the perspectives of inanimate objects (the winning ticket, a wood stove, some high thread count sheets, etc. Rico's life expands, not just from knowing Zan, but also because she breaks out of her pattern of work-school-sleep. 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. <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. Holly Jackson 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. 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. Meet-the-Author Recording. Autumns coming-of-age is sensitively chronicled, with a wide range of experiences and events shaping her character. Every. Honest, engaging tale of teen sexuality and friendship. 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. 2017-present. Things may feel hopeless right now, Book, but with your humor and heart, I think youll end up going far. 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). It's not a story of heroes -- it's about how people experience that fine line between desperation and hope. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. : I personally thought it was fun, but YMMV! Her mother works two jobs to support Rico and her sweet little brother, Jax, because she moved them into a neighborhood out of their price range so they could go to better schools. Being in Ricos headspace gave us unfettered access to the sheer mountain of anxieties and worries she had on her mind ALL the time. I disliked Ricos terrible self confidence but I guess her circumstances does explain it. A raw, captivating, and undeniably real bestselling debut. so this book . That coupled with massively unrelatable characters made this book lame. Starred () titles indicate a book that is exceptional in its genre or category. Website. Nic Stone, the New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin and Odd One Out, creates two unforgettable characters in one hard-hitting story about class, money--both too little and too. But Stone takes two characters, Rico and Zan, and introduces their complex lives, Ricos poverty, and Zans family expectations. The heroine was fiercely independent and a hard worker but smothered by family and financial responsibility. She writes about things that only people think about and never really voice. 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 dont know what the author was going for w the random inanimate object povs, but i was not a fan. Nic StonesJackpot is a book you need to add to your TBR immediately. Reprinted by permission. amzn_assoc_placement = "adunit"; Pip and Andie are white, and Sal is of Indian descent. Please try your request again later. 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. What do Rico and Zan mean to each other? The plot kept me riveted. Although I guessed the ending very early on, the story was so good I just couldnt stop reading. Nic Stone This item cannot be shipped to your selected delivery location. Stone narrates Jackpot herself and put all of herself into the narration. Synopsis. Nenia I yeet my books back and forth Campbell. 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. Your privacy is important to us. $10.80 $9.00. It was maddening with how . . Jackpot by Nic Stone is the YA jewel I didnt know I needed. Nic's newest book confronts each of these issues, and couches the conversation in the complexities of YA relationships. Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2019. The perfect next read for fans of Adam Silvera, Becky Albertalli and John Green. It was exhausting to read in how real and (sadly) relatable it felt (though thats nothing compared to actually living it). I love all of Nic Stone's work, but Jackpot is my favorite so far. 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