Things Hoped For
Things Hoped For by Andrew Clements is a reprint edition published by Penguin on April 17, 2008. This 176-page novel follows seventeen-year-old Gwen as she prepares for auditions at New York City’s top music schools. Amidst her preparations, Gwen faces the stress of her grandfather’s mysterious disappearance, which complicates her already challenging journey. With only a phone message from him urging her not to worry, Gwen must navigate her auditions while dealing with her great-uncle’s insistence on finding her grandfather.
In this story, readers will find themes of family, friendship, and the performing arts woven throughout Gwen’s experiences. As she partners with Robert, another aspiring musician, they confront the pressures of the city and the looming auditions together. Their unexpected bond leads to discoveries that alter Gwen’s hopes and aspirations, highlighting the complexities of their lives and relationships. This edition presents a nuanced exploration of social themes relevant to young adults, making it a thoughtful addition to the juvenile fiction genre.
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Seventeen-year-old Gwen is preparing to audition for New York City’s top music schools when her grandfather mysteriously disappears, leaving Gwen only a phone message telling her not to worry. But there’s nothing more stressful than practicing for her auditions, not knowing where her grandfather is, and being forced to lie about his whereabouts when her insistent great-uncle demands an audience with him. Then Gwen meets Robert, also in town for music auditions, and the two pair up to brave the city without supervision. As auditions approach and her great-uncle becomes more aggressive, Gwen and Robert make a startling discovery. Suddenly Gwen’s hopes are turned upside down, and she and Robert are united in ways neither of them could have foretold. . . .
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