Big Time
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- $7.99
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- $7.99
Publisher Description
Gerri waits outside all night to audition for Big Time, her favorite TV singing competition. She believes she has a shot at success, but when she’s insulted by one of the judges and kicked out of the competition, she thinks she’ll probably never sing again. After a teacher at her school asks her to join a choral club, Gerri reluctantly gets involved. Even though she can’t read music and she doesn’t know the other kids, she finds herself enjoying the group and learning a lot about music. A cute guy she met at the Big Time auditions joins the group, and when they perform their unique mashups at an open-mic night, Gerri realizes there’s more than one way to be a successful—and happy—singer!
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
An American Idol style TV singing competition is the backdrop for this addition to the Limelights series. At 16, Gerri is finally old enough to try out for a slot on her favorite show, Big Time. When the audition doesn't go as planned, she considers giving up singing, but Gerri's personal cheering section including new friends from the auditions, a teacher, and Gerri's guitar-playing grandfather help her reignite her passion. Readers will want to ride along for the high hopes and disappointments, as well as the self-discovery that is part of Gerri's journey to embrace and polish her talent. Simultaneously available: Hot New Thing by Laura Langston and Warm Up by Sara Leach. Ages 11 14.
