First published 2015
Jamie Grimm has made it to the finals of the national comedy competition after his television success in the semifinals. Back home, everyone wants a piece of the rising star, and Jamie finds himself caught up in all the newfound fame. The spotlight feels good, but it comes with a price. His friends start pulling away as Jamie gets swept up in his own success. The pressure mounts as he prepares for the ultimate performance in Hollywood that will determine whether he becomes the best kid comic in the world. Jamie struggles to create his strongest material yet while watching his relationships crumble around him. The competition that once felt like pure fun now weighs heavy on his shoulders. He must figure out how to deliver the performance of his life without losing the people who matter most. Jamie discovers that winning might not mean anything if he has no one left to share it with.
Genres: fiction, family-life, contemporary, comedy
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, success
336 pages · Hardcover · jimmy patterson