Name: The Right Hook of Devin Velma
ISBN: 9781250168627

Jake Burt

Even though he suffers from social anxiety, 12-year-old Addison agrees to help his best friend achieve social media fame while at a nationally televised NBA game in the new novel from the author of the Indies Introduce title "Greetings from Witness Protection!" 5 7/16 x 8 5/16.

The Right Hook of Devin Velma

Lynn Braden

Addison and Devin have always been best friends for many reasons, but the biggest one is that Devin is always around when Addison freezes. Addison can't seem to talk to anyone but his closest friends and relatives and always freezes when he is put into a situation where he has to talk to someone else. Devin continually bails him out by covering for him, but when Devin's father gets sick, and he comes up with harebrained schemes to raise money to help with hospital bills, Devin enlists the help of Addison who goes along even though he thinks the ideas are ridiculous.

The Right Hook of Devin Velma is a funny, poignant look at anxiety and friendship. The characters of Addison and Devin are well developed, and the supporting characters offer light-hearted solace and understanding in a true to life setting filled with common real world problems. Easy answers are not supplied, but many of the situations are filled with touching family moments that underscore the importance of love and understanding. Burt includes authentic dialogue that is humorous and relatable. Overall, The Right Hook of Devin Velma is a gem of a story. 4 1/2 stars

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