![]() ![]() ![]() However, it leads to a believable breach in their friendship when one of them garners more of the spotlight than the other. What actually transpires, when their plans go awry - in front of an audience at an NBA game, no less - garners them more interest that either could have imagined. What gets the plot moving in The Right Hook is Devin's desire to be a social media sensation, and wanting Addison to film him performing a stunt that will attract online attention, followers, and possibly even $$$. Though these two have personality differences they have been inseparable since kindergarten, when Devin covered for a stuck Addison during an embarrassing predicament. In a nice change-of-pace setting, the boys are suburban Los Angeles kids from notably working class families - where money is a constant concern, from needed household repairs at Addison's home to surgery bills for Devin's ailing father - in contrast to the show-biz lifestyle in other parts of town. We appreciate the reminder." - Darcy, on page 221Īnother winner from kid-set novelist Jake Burt, The Right Hook of Devin Velma focuses on two best friends / elementary school classmates, the determined and energetic Devin and the tongue-tied but sincere Addison. it can be a shock when walks through the door, sits down, and reacquaints us with how messy, uncomfortable, and beautiful it can be. ![]()
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