Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2005 · Est. 5.5 hour read

Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie

By Jordan Sonnenblick

Book #1 in the Drums, Girls & Dangerous Pie series

Steven's life unravels when his brother falls ill, challenging his family and dreams.

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304 pages· 49,297 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
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Steven's world is upended when his younger brother, Jeffrey, becomes seriously ill. Juggling school, his jazz band, and a secret crush, Steven must navigate the chaos of family struggles and unexpected challenges. As he faces the reality of Jeffrey's illness, Steven discovers resilience and the true meaning of family. What is Dangerous Pie, and how will it change everything? Dive into a story of heartache, humor, and hope.

From the publisher

A brave and beautiful story that will make readers laugh, and break their hearts at the same time. Now with a special note from the author!Steven has a totally normal life (well, almost).He plays drums in the All-City Jazz Band (whose members call him the Peasant), has a crush on the hottest girl in school (who doesn’t even know he’s alive), and is constantly annoyed by his younger brother, Jeffrey (who is cuter than cute - which is also pretty annoying). But when Jeffrey gets sick, Steven’s world is turned upside down, and he is forced to deal with his brother’s illness, his parents’ attempts to keep the family in one piece, his homework, the band, girls, and Dangerous Pie (yes, you’ll have to read the book to find out what that is!).

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
304
Words
49,297
Reading age
10–13
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
940L
Themes & topics
Books about cancerBooks about musicBooks about schoolBooks about siblingsBooks about brothers
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.9
F&P level
~V
AR points
8
AR interest level
MG+
AR quiz
100187
Publication
Published
April 29, 2014
First published
September 1, 2005
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780545722865

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