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296 pp.
| Clarion |
August, 2016 |
TradeISBN 978-0-544-09667-7$17.99
(4)
YA
Self-described lazy, pot-smoking Austin has dreams of being a musician like his presumed-dead father, who is actually a famous rock star. In reality, Austin seems more interested in getting into trouble. The story is written with a good ear for dialogue and the way teens interact; nevertheless, readers might find it difficult to be charmed by Austin's antics.