"Jeff Strand has written more than twenty books and is a four-time nominee of the Bram Stoker Award. Three of his young adult novels were Junior Library Guild picks. Publishers Weekly called his work ""wickedly funny."" He lives in Atlanta, Georgia. Learn more at JeffStrand.com."
Rod serves as an unreliable, yet comical narrator in this amusing novel about family, jealousy, and social class The reader will feel engaged in the story, as Strand includes numerous parenthetical asides. Musicians will enjoy and relate to this title, as Rod deals with the trials and tribulations of having bandmates. - VOYA Magazine Strand writes with humor perfect for young teen readers looking for entertainment. - VOYA Magazine, Teen Review A family drama guaranteed to keep readers laughing. - Booklist Witty dialogue, ridiculous yet believable situations, and just the right note of self-deprecating introspection make this a perfect book for reluctant readers as well as those who are just not in the mood for angsty YA novels. - School Library Journal Strand (Stranger Things Have Happened) has a keen ear for dialogue and character interaction - Publishers Weekly