Many thanks to my friends at @celadon @librofm and @macmillan.audio for the free #gifted copies of this book.  

This is my third Read Together Initiative with Celadon, and it’s always fun to connect with new friends over a new read.  I’m already looking forward to the next!

Loaded with all the nostalgia from my youth, this coming of age story follows an up and coming artist named Amber (think Britney/Christina) as she navigates the music industry and pop culture scene of the 90s.  

I’m always a fan of reads that allow me to relive aspects of my younger years.  And this one was full of references to those bygone days.  

Written in first person pov from Amber’s perspective, this read almost like a faux-memoir.  We follow as she grows from a naïve young artist to someone with business skills and artistic license.  

I loved the extra elements- magazine articles, song lyrics, a Wikipedia entry- and appreciated how they added to the storyline, showcasing the demands on the artists.  

Though this is likened to Daisy Jones, I didn’t get those vibes.  And I think this book can stand on its own without that comparison- which would likely set false expectations.

This is a fun and easy read, perfect for tossing in your pool bag.

🎧 Narrated by one of my FAVS, Brittany Pressley made the story come alive. Not only did she make Amber feel real, but she also embodied the growth that unfolded as Amber matured and learned the field.