Book Review: Next Stop, Boston by Iris Dorbian

 

Blurb: 

"This is a very entertaining novel, with effortless writing, naturalistic dialogue, and a good dose of humor. On the surface, it's a tale set in the glittering, frantic world of a touring musical act. Dig deeper, however, and you'll find a story about flawed, damaged characters searching for the light that will lead them out of the darkness that has been created for, or by, themselves." - Wendy Lee, author of The Art of Confidence, Across a Green Ocean, and Happy Family (Booklist Top Ten First Novels of 2008).

Sixteen-year-old Geri Randall's life is turned upside down when her late sister's fiance, Dez Deacon, a washed-up rock star, is named her guardian. Whisked away from the only life she knew and taken on a rock and roll tour, Geri is initially desperate to win Dez's approval. That desire hits a sour note when Dez's treatment of her becomes too much to bear. What ensues is a battle of wills between her and her temperamental guardian, a collision course that will push Geri to do the unthinkable to get what she wants.

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My Review - 4 of 5 stars - 

This was a complex read. Geri was a young orphan who lost her sister and was made the ward of her sister's fiance. Most of the story revolved her mistreatment in the world of rock stardom. Near the end of the story, Geri found a new life but more secrets, and once again, set out on her own. Geri was a scared, lonely, minor who did what she felt necessary to survive and be safe. By the end, she developed into a more confident and independent young woman. There were some very dark scenes throughout the book.

I received a copy through Goddess Fish Promotions, and this is my unsolicited review.