Come Sing, Jimmy Jo

Jimmy Jo has the gift of music. At first, he's afraid to sing in front of anybody but his Grandma encourages him, so he sings in front of his family, then eventually in front of people. He becomes a star, but he has to change himself. He moves from West Virginia to Virginia with his family, goes to a new school and becomes isolated in school. This book kept me reading into the late hours, and was definately heartbreaking in parts. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys Katherine Paterson.

The Johnsons are becoming country music stars. They're on TV and the radio--and it's all because of James. His voice and his guitar playing bring the songs to life, and make the audiences beg for more. Most kids would love it. Not James. He's had to change his name to "Jimmy Jo," dress in clothes he hates, and turn into someone else. Will he ever be able to cope with the fame?