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Not Your Average Jo

Not Your Average Jo

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Riley Jo is a Korean American teenager who attends Carlmont Academy, a prestigious arts-focused boarding school in Los Angeles. She joins a band, but her other bandmates sideline her because they think she's too Asian to be their lead singer. Bodhi, a classmate with rock music royalty connections, takes the credit for her original song. Xander captures the situation in his documentary, which leaks to expose the truth. Riley Jo decides to perform on her own at the spring concert.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 12 March 2024
Publisher: Penguin Young Readers


Riley Jo, a teenager with a clear vision, is determined to pursue her dream of becoming a musician. Born and raised in Bentonville, Arkansas, she attends the prestigious Carlmont Academy in Los Angeles, where she joins a band with the hopes of performing at the annual spring concert. However, her journey is not without challenges. Despite her talent, her bandmates sideline her, believing she is too Asian to be their lead singer. Undeterred, Riley Jo takes matters into her own hands and writes an original song to showcase her talent. Unfortunately, Bodhi, a classmate with rock music royalty connections, takes credit for her song and lands the lead role.

Determined to overcome this setback, Riley Jo decides to perform at the spring concert on her own. Xander, a fellow student, captures the unfolding events in his documentary, which he leaks to expose the truth behind the band. Despite the obstacles, Riley Jo's performance is a triumph, and she finally takes center stage, showcasing her undeniable talent and determination.

In conclusion, Riley Jo's journey to pursue her dream of becoming a musician is filled with challenges and setbacks. However, her talent, perseverance, and unwavering spirit help her overcome obstacles and achieve her goals. Her story serves as an inspiration to others, reminding them that with hard work and determination, anything is possible.

Weight: 420g
Dimension: 217 x 145 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780593462768

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