Shy, cautious Claire has always been in her confident older sister's shadow. While Miranda's life is jam-packed with exciting people , Claire gets her thrills vicariously by watching people live large on reality television.When Miranda discovers her boyfriend cheating on her, it's Claire who comes up with the perfect plan. They'll outshine Miranda's fame-obsessed ex while having an amazing summer by competing on Around the World, a race around the globe for a million bucks.
But the show has a twist, and Claire is stunned to find herself in the middle of a reality-show romance that may or may not be just for the cameras. This summer could end up being the highlight of her life . . . or an epic fail forever captured on film. In a world where drama is currency and manipulation is standard, how can you tell what's for real?
About the Author :
Alison Cherry, author of Red, For Real, Look Both Ways, and The Classy Crooks Club, grew up in a suburb of Chicago and graduated from Harvard. She is a professional photographer and worked as a lighting designer for theater, dance, and opera productions for many years. During that time, she spent six months in the magical, exhausting world of summer stock theater, where everyone works 120 hours a week and survives on a mysterious elixir of caffeine, sugar, and adrenaline. Eleven years later, she's still trying to catch up on sleep. She lives in Brooklyn, New York. alisoncherrybooks.com
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Review :
"This book is too fun to miss! Highly recommended!" --USA Today "Fresh, fun, and full of adventure." --VOYA
"A sweet and funny story of sisters bonding." --Publishers Weekly
"Cherry keeps the narrative moving with slapstick, thrusting Claire into ridiculous situations even as she challenges the girl to reconsider her often wrong first impressions. She creates a wildly diverse cast of characters, writing with both ease and emotional intelligence. A comic romp with considerable wisdom on the side." --Kirkus Reviews
"Funny and lighthearted, this novel nevertheless delivers truth in tender ways and is paced at lightning speed, making it a strong choice for reluctant readers. Claire's honest, witty, first-person narrative allows readers to see inside her heart and witness her evolution into a young woman, fiercely loving those who deserve it." --Booklist
"Cherry pulls off a deep, enjoyable narrative . . . With just enough romance and drama to please, this novel will find a wide audience." --School Library Journal
"Cherry keeps the narrative moving with slapstick, thrusting Claire into ridiculous situations even as she challenges the girl to reconsider her often wrong first impressions. She creates a wildly diverse cast of characters, writing with both ease and emotional intelligence. A comic romp with considerable wisdom on the side." --Kirkus Reviews "Funny and lighthearted, this novel nevertheless delivers truth in tender ways and is paced at lightning speed, making it a strong choice for reluctant readers. Claire's honest, witty, first-person narrative allows readers to see inside her heart and witness her evolution into a young woman, fiercely loving those who deserve it." --Booklist
..".a sweet and funny story of sisters bonding." --Publishers Weekly
