Almost Impossible

Gr 9 Up—Seventeen-year-old Jade has spent her life traveling the globe with her mom and her famous band, but this summer all she wants is a chance at a normal, suburban, teenage life. This yearning for normalcy is what brings her to sunny California to stay with her overprotective aunt and her family for the summer. Jade's years on the road have taught her everything from how to take down stage sets to navigating a new city completely on her own, and they have also taught her to be fiercely independent and resourceful. Jade was content to spend her summer solo, reading the classics and writing under a shady tree in a quiet park. Her plans are turned upside down when she lands a job at the town pool and meets the charming and annoyingly handsome head lifeguard, Quentin, who has other summer plans for her. The author of Trusting You & Other Lies is back with another charming summer romance. Jade is a free spirit—fiercely independent and content being an outsider. Quentin is responsible; he helps out with his family, and he is the object of every girl's eye. Williams explores the depth and fragility of Jade and Quentin's budding teen relationship and leaves readers wanting more.