I liked the anxiety rep in this novel; it was well done. I really felt for the characters and somehow found myself reading this novel in one swoop.

I received an electronic ARC from PENGUIN GROUP Penguin Young Readers Group through NetGalley.
Landis captures the anxiety and wide variety of emotions for both of his main characters. Readers meet Ronnie and Jo and hear their story told from their own voices. The chapters flip between the two POVs. Ronnie's family has experienced the devastation of losing their home and moving to a small apartment nearby. Jo suffers from severe performance anxiety and freezes when she tries to play cello solos. Both of them work to solve their problems and both support the other too. Jo listens to her teacher and works on relaxation techniques so she can audition for a special music school. Ronnie finds ways to make money to help his family keep their car. I appreciate the author bringing his characters to the senior living facility and sharing their gifts with the residents. Cross generational connections are formed and move the story forward.
Landis' writing style works well to keep the story moving and to offer a deep look at the characters.