Book Review: Two Pair by Stephanie, Meredith, Mackenzie, and Jessica Jackson
Two Pair (Quadruple or Nothing)
You might recall I reviewed Lasso Me a Mom by Stephanie Jackson. Two Pair (Quadruple of Nothing) is also written by Stephanie, as well as her sisters Meredith, Mackenzie, and Jessica. Together these four are the Jackson quads, and their dream was to publish a book before they were 20. This book is why they are able to cross that item off their bucket list.
Book Description:
Ashburg, California; the city that’s split into rich and not rich, the upper class and the middle class, the snobs and the down-to-earth…that’s how the teenagers perceived it, anyway. And it all stemmed from two schools’ rivalries. The rivalry has grown now that there are a set of twins that go to Ashburg Arts and a set of twins that go to Ashburg Academy that don’t see eye to eye.
Reagan and Ronan Jacoby thought that their only problem was wondering if their cop father, Elijah would make it home from work every day. That is, when he wasn’t trying to keep a strong them out of trouble. They didn’t think their father dating would complicate things even further.
Savannah and Mickayla Powers thought their only problem lied in the intense dislike they had of each other. They should be classified as fraternal twins rather than identical. The only thing they can agree on is that their mother, famous fashion designer Dallas, was acting strange.
The four girls’ lives are turned upside down when they realize that they have something in common, more than just their schools’ rivalry and their own problems. There’s a shocking secret that’s at play…do they have it in the cards to figure it out?
The authors capture the teen life and the rivalry and drama that comes with it very well. I believe teens will relate to this book and find the scenes real enough to be plucked from their own lives. The authors also have strong plotting skills, putting together a surprise twist that keeps the reader engaged. Two Pair has a lot going for it.
There are some grammar and advanced editing skills that I believe will improve with more experience. Although teen readers might not pick up on it, I’m afraid adult readers might be put off and turn their attention to something more advanced.
That said, this is a good read I believe teens will enjoy.
To purchase Two Pair (Quadruple or Nothing) click here.
I received this as a .pdf from the authors in exchange for an honest review.
