Gr 7–10—In this charming novel, a possibly stolen guitar causes chaos for 16-year-old Toby. He is the singer and bass player in a Beatles cover band and discovers a note inside his absent brother's guitar. As he investigates, he uncovers some hard truths and stumbles into more than one dangerous situation. Meanwhile, he meets a fascinating girl named Michelle who detests him at first sight and attempts to date her, despite some daunting obstacles. Toby's close friendship with bandmate Zach rings true, as does his budding romance with Michelle. Revelations about his brother don't come as a surprise, however, and Shawn's character is not fully developed. Music fans will likely enjoy the musical references. Toby and Zach's ongoing quest to agree on a name for their band is funny, and teens will cheer them on during their first performance. The story occasionally slows, but overall this is an entertaining mix of romance, mystery, music, friendship, and family drama.—Anthony C. Doyle, Livingston High School Library, CA
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