Jackpot

By: Nic Stone

Narrated by: Nic Stone

From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Dear Martin--which Angie Thomas, the bestselling author of The Hate U Give, called "a must read"--comes a pitch-perfect romance that examines class, privilege, and how a stroke of good luck can change an entire life.

Meet Rico: high school senior and afternoon-shift cashier at the Gas 'n' Go, who after school and work races home to take care of her younger brother. Every. Single. Day. When Rico sells a jackpot-winning lotto ticket, she thinks maybe her luck will finally change, but only if she--with some assistance from her popular and wildly rich classmate Zan--can find the ticket holder who hasn't claimed the prize. But what happens when have and have-nots collide? Will this investigative duo unite...or divide?

Nic Stone, the New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin and Odd One Out, creates two unforgettable characters in one hard-hitting story about class, money--both too little and too much--and how you make your own luck in the world.

"[A] funny, captivating, and thoughtful tale for young readers about class privilege, class deprivation, and the politics of luck and love." --Ibram X. Kendi, The Atlantic

"A delightful, hilarious romance that digs into issues surrounding class. You'll laugh as much as you sigh while reading this novel about luck, love...and how having a little bit of both is more than enough." --Paste

Critic reviews

Praise for Jackpot:

"[A] hard-to-put-down, enjoyable read." —Booklist

"Smart, humorous and hopeful." —Shelf Awareness

"Stone delivers a thoughtful and polished novel about class, privilege, and relative poverty.” —Kirkus Reviews

“A deftly constructed tale that is equal parts satisfying wish-fulfillment and light-handed lessons learned…. This is a real winner.” —SLJ

"By turns romantic, funny, and surprising, the story explores how class, status, and money—or lack thereof—have the ability to limit or expand life opportunities, the choices we make, and our universal need for love and connection.” —The Horn Book

Praise for Dear Martin:

"Powerful, wrenching." –John Green, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Turtles All the Way Down

"Absolutely incredible, honest, gut-wrenching. A must read!" –Angie Thomas, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Hate U Give

"Raw and gripping." –Jason Reynolds, New York Times bestselling author of Long Way Down

Fabulous

Easy fast read with gallons of entertainment that also stimulates the mind. Loves it all.

Wow!

This book is great I love the mix of different emotions, honestly if I could give this book a better review .The voice of the reader is Awesome ,as you read along with the book or just listen you will without a doubt feel all the emotions of the narrator.I personally would recommend this book to any one that like adventurous romantic books.

All Bets Are On!

The way characters revealed their individual stories is amazing. I was pleasantly surprised by how the story developed and this is a perfect late middle grade to YA read. As for recommendations, I’d recommend to a teen who thinks their not good enough to be around people who have more resources, financial or otherwise. They’d be surprised at just how much their lives have in common.

GREAT STORY!

Great story. My 13 year old son and I love Nic Stone's work. She's SUPER cool in real life as well. About to purchase another of her audio books to listen to with my son. I love the unexpected commentary from unlikely voices!

It was good

Was really good with detail until disappointing end of story.
Might recommend again to a friend.