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Not Even Paris. A Jolene Novel. Book One.
A lovesick idealist mistakes books for reality in this zero-spice, witty, and romantic comedy.
A total of one person knows this, but I kind of absolutely love Matt Craddick. But he’s got a gorgeous girlfriend and I’m more of a dancer of ballet by day, vanquisher of zombies by night kind of gamer-girl.
But if life is anything like the novels in my backpack, everything’s about to change. I’ve been accepted into a one-year ballet apprenticeship in Paris! Not only will I train with one of the top dance schools in the world, but I’ll live with my stylish, fashion mogul aunt Eloise!
And if France can’t fix me, I guess I’ll wander the world loserly and alone, with nothing but my one friend, cranky sister, and pointe shoes to keep me company.
"I struggle for words around him—when I’m not screaming at him."
Tropes
Grumpy/sunshine sisters • Indulgent love triangle • Forced proximity chaos • Ballet dreams in Paris • High school drama with heart."
Characters
Jolene Stansen, teenaged ballerina. Mary Stansen, the "grumpy" sister to Jolene's "sunshine." Logan Monnel, trusty friend. Piper Thompson, untrusty friend. Matt Craddick, dream guy! Anthony Whitaker, surprise guy! Dogberry, loyal Border Collie.
Spice Rating
Not Even Paris contains a total of one small kiss and no swearing apart from "slut". Teens attend a party: alcohol is not mentioned, but teens have cups they drink from. A teen girl wears a miniskirt. Boys leer. Self-harm is casually mentioned: ie: "If I wore that skirt I'd kill myself."
Not Even Paris. A Jolene Novel. Book One. Sparkly Edition.
Same story, same characters, now appropriate for ages 10-12.
All Jolene's novels are clean, but the originals are intended for young adult readers. The Sparkly Editions make Jolene's story accessible to a wider audience.
“Beau—hot as pancakes, but terrifying.”
Grumpy/sunshine sisters • Indulgent love triangle • Forced proximity chaos • Ballet dreams in Paris • High school drama with heart."
Characters
Jolene Stansen, teenaged ballerina. Mary Stansen, the "grumpy" sister to Jolene's "sunshine." Logan Monnel, trusty friend. Piper Thompson, untrusty friend. Matt Craddick, dream guy! Anthony Whitaker, surprise guy! Dogberry, loyal Border Collie.
Spice Rating
This Sparkly Edition has been edited to be appropriate for middle-grade (9-12) readers. This is a version of NOT EVEN PARIS meant to stand-alone, separate from the series.
The Jolene Novels
Not Even Paris - Sparkly Edition. A Jolene Novel. Book One.
Not Even Paris - Sparkly Edition. A Jolene Novel. Book One.
Not Even Paris - Sparkly Edition. A Jolene Novel. Book One.
A lovesick idealist mistakes books for reality in this zero-spice, witty, and romantic comedy. Now appropriate for middle-grade.
Not Even Homecoming. A Jolene Novel. Book Two.
Not Even Paris - Sparkly Edition. A Jolene Novel. Book One.
Not Even Paris - Sparkly Edition. A Jolene Novel. Book One.
Jolene's back from Paris just in time for her love life to explode! First dance, first date, first KISS, and first grounding.
Not Even Mine. A Jolene Novel. Book Three.
Not Even Paris - Sparkly Edition. A Jolene Novel. Book One.
Not Even Mine. A Jolene Novel. Book Three.
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Friends lie. Families fight. And sometimes the safest place to fall… is into arms you never expected.
About Rebecca Jones
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