Snapshot: A Jamieson Brothers Novel
Marti’s life was nearly ruined by her reckless rock-star dad and addict mom when her grandmother rescued her, giving her a happy home and a fancy trip to photography camp. Meanwhile, lead guitarist Adam, the youngest brother in the blockbuster band Jamieson, is taking a break from his rock-star life and going undercover at photography camp, hoping to get some time away from his overbearing family. The two fall in love, despite Marti vowing to never love a “rocker,” and look forward to two weeks of bliss until—take a deep breath—Adam breaks his arm, Marti’s grandmother dies, the two are separated, and Marti begins to wonder if she is pregnant following a night of uncontrolled passion. Adam and Marti are both likable, relatable teens that are easy to root for. Like its companion book, Rock and a Hard Place (2013), featuring Adam’s brother Peter, this against-all-odds love story will entice readers seeking high drama, hard knocks, earnest love, and a storybook ending. Grades 7-10. --Heather Booth