Books like Jesse's girl by Miranda Kenneally
Maya, an eager and impetuous teen, declares during Career Day her ambition to become a pop star. When she is paired with popular teen musician Jesse, she discovers his fame has kept him distant from peers. Through their evolving partnership, the story examines the challenges of friendship, romantic feelings, and the allure of music in a young person's life.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Coming of Age/Coming of Age Romance
Authors: Miranda Kenneally
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