Battle of the Bands

by K. L. Denman

Overview

Jay, Kelvin and Cia are The Lunar Ticks, a dedicated band who are convinced they are on their way up. They hope to win an upcoming battle of the bands where the first prize is a full day in a recording studio. Jay is struggling to write new material but finds he lacks the experience to come up with a truly original song. Going up against Indigo Daze, a band from another school, Jay finds himself falling for Rowan, the leader of the other band. When Rowan's guitar is trashed right before the contest The Lunar Ticks are the prime suspects.

Also available in Spanish.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781551435404
Publisher:	Orca Book Publishers
Publication date:	09/01/2006
Series:	Orca Soundings Series
Pages:	128
Sales rank:	718,740
Product dimensions:	4.25(w) x 7.00(h) x 0.30(d)
Lexile:	HL630L (what's this?)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

About the Author

K.L. Denman has written many novels for youth, including the Orca Currents titles Destination Human and Agent Angus. Many of K.L.’s titles have been listed as Best Books of the Year, and Me, Myself and Ike was a finalist for the Governor General’s Literary award. She lives in Delta, British Columbia.

Read an Excerpt

The smell in the garage is lousy. Old bulbs coated with years of dust and cobwebs don't cast the best light either. But when I pick up my guitar and my fingers find the strings, and that first riff comes screaming out of the amp, the only thing that matters is sound.

Editorial Reviews

"Filled with humour, first crushes and break-ups...Recommended."

CM Magazine

"It's powerful and attention grabbing, telling a fascinating story of love, life, and music. The characters are wonderful."

Teen Book Review

"In her first novel, K.L. Denman has created engaging and realistic characters. Recommended."

Canadian Book Review Annual

Gr 9 Up
Suburban Vancouver teen Jay lives for his band's rehearsals. The Lunar Ticks are practicing for an upcoming Battle of the Bands that will match them against a neighboring high school's standout, Indigo Daze. Jay's growing crush on its lead singer adds a layer of romance to the story. The members of the band get into and out of trouble and into and out of fights with one another, and the group is ultimately successful at the competition (even though they don't win). The characters are edgy but likable. The short chapters and fast-paced, rock-themed action will appeal to reluctant and struggling readers, particularly those who are serious about their music.
—Kristin AndersonCopyright 2006 Reed Business Information.

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