Are You Experienced?
Are You Experienced? by Jordan Sonnenblick is a young adult fiction novel published by Macmillan on September 3, 2013. This 294-page book follows the story of Rich, a fifteen-year-old guitar player who finds himself in a challenging situation when he is asked to perform at a protest rally. Complications arise when the police arrive and his father shows up, leading to a confrontation that coincides with the anniversary of his uncle’s tragic death. Rich’s attempts to understand his father’s grief lead him to discover a hidden electric guitar signed by Jimi Hendrix, which unexpectedly transports him back to 1969.
In this edition, readers will explore Rich’s journey as he navigates the complexities of family relationships and the impact of the past on the present. The narrative intertwines themes of music, time travel, and personal growth, as Rich encounters his father and uncle in their youth at the iconic Woodstock festival. Through these experiences, Rich learns valuable lessons about life, love, and the importance of communication within his family. Are You Experienced? offers a unique blend of juvenile fiction and science fiction, making it a thought-provoking read for young adults interested in music and the cultural history of the United States.
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Rich is fifteen and plays guitar. When his girlfriend asks him to perform at protest rally, he jumps at the chance. Unfortunately, the police show up, and so does Rich’s dad. He’s in big trouble. Again. To make matters worse, this happens near the anniversary of his uncle’s death from a drug overdose years ago. Rich’s dad always gets depressed this time of year, but whenever Rich asks questions about his late uncle, his dad shuts down.
Frustrated by his dad’s silence, Rich sneaks into his office and breaks into a locked cabinet that holds his dad’s prized possession: an electric guitar signed by Jimi Hendrix. Before he knows it, Rich is transported to the side of a road in Upstate New York with a beautiful girl bending over him. It will take him a while to realize it’s 1969, he’s at Woodstock, and the girl’s band of friends includes his fifteen-year-old dad and his uncle, who’s still alive. In Are You Experienced? by Jordan Sonnenblick, what Rich learns, who he meets, and what he does could change his life forever.
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