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A review by madelinefmcguire
Drum Roll, Please by Lisa Jenn Bigelow
5.0
Shy Melly only joined band because her best friend Olivia wanted to. And for that same reason Melly is going to Camp Rockaway for two weeks. Melly figures it'll be fun to spend time away from home playing the drums as loud as she wants and with her best friend. But right before she leaves Melly's parents tell her they're getting a divorce and when they get to camp Olivia start to ditch her for a cute boy. Now on her own Melly finds fast friendship with her fellow bandmate Adeline who shows her how fun camp can be. But feelings are confusing; Melly isn't sure how to feel about her parents, if she's good enough to be a rock and roll drummer, or what her true feelings are for Adeline. One things for sure this won't be a summer to forget.
I unexpectedly LOVED this book. It really reminded me of my time at girl scout camp minus the clingly and then ditchy best friend. I'd recommend this book for anyone looking for a realistic fiction book about friendships and growing up. Or if someone's looking for a subtle LGBTQIA+ romance- this is a great pick.
I unexpectedly LOVED this book. It really reminded me of my time at girl scout camp minus the clingly and then ditchy best friend. I'd recommend this book for anyone looking for a realistic fiction book about friendships and growing up. Or if someone's looking for a subtle LGBTQIA+ romance- this is a great pick.