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The Line #3
Keeping in Line
With many familiar characters returning for an encore performance and some new faces you won't want to miss, audiences will definitely want to check out the latest in Courtney Brandt's young adult marching band series.
In Keeping in Line, sophomore Bronwyn Flueger eagerly anticipates her upcoming season as a member of the highly competitive Forrest Hills snare section. Disappointed by a slow start and lack of chemistry with the upperclassmen that surround her, Bronwyn decides to take matters into her own hands. With a not-so-hidden agenda, she turns to cute senior drum major, Drew O'Malley, and together they devise a way for Bronwyn to become a drum line insider. When their plans don't go as anticipated, the season takes an unexpected turn. With the entire band caught in the middle, will Forrest Hills be able to fulfill another championship year?
Full of humorous twists, a memorable supporting cast, and lots of marching over a challenging semester, "Keeping in Line" is a must for the library of any marching band member or alumni!
In Keeping in Line, sophomore Bronwyn Flueger eagerly anticipates her upcoming season as a member of the highly competitive Forrest Hills snare section. Disappointed by a slow start and lack of chemistry with the upperclassmen that surround her, Bronwyn decides to take matters into her own hands. With a not-so-hidden agenda, she turns to cute senior drum major, Drew O'Malley, and together they devise a way for Bronwyn to become a drum line insider. When their plans don't go as anticipated, the season takes an unexpected turn. With the entire band caught in the middle, will Forrest Hills be able to fulfill another championship year?
Full of humorous twists, a memorable supporting cast, and lots of marching over a challenging semester, "Keeping in Line" is a must for the library of any marching band member or alumni!
- GenresMusic
176 pages, Paperback
First published November 20, 2009
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About the author
Courtney Brandt
19 books62 followersMs. Brandt is proud to present The Line, and the additional novels in the complete series, A Fine Line, Keeping in Line, and The Line Up (available individually or as an anthology). Each of the lighthearted novels was created for high school students and alumni in marching band. As a former drumline member, Courtney enjoys bringing a fictional voice to band geeks worldwide. The author also released an additional stand-alone novel, Major Pain, and is delighted to also include the duology, Confessions of a Teenage Band Geek and the recently released More Confessions of a Teenage Band Geek, as published novels in the genre.
Courtney is also very proud of her young adult steampunk trilogy. The complete set of novels includes The Queen of England: Coronation, The Queen of England: Grand Tour, and The Queen of England: Ascension.
In late 2020, Ms. Brandt shifted back towards contemporary YA with the exciting reality show inspired novel, Take One at Mulholland High. The sequel, Take Two at Mulholland High, is also available. Courtney hopes her readers enjoy the ongoing adventures of Chloe Winterhaven and Ali Harvist, as the highly anticipated Take Three at Mulholland High is now available.
Additionally, Ms. Brandt would like to invite you to read her three contemporary stand-alone adult novels, Room 702, Life After Joe, and Twenty Year Reunion, published under her pen name, Ann Benjamin.
In March 2019, Courtney was delighted to be involved as an author in the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature.
Don't hesitate to get in touch with the author at courtney.brandt@gmail.com or read more about her author life at https://linktr.ee/cbrandtwright
Courtney is also very proud of her young adult steampunk trilogy. The complete set of novels includes The Queen of England: Coronation, The Queen of England: Grand Tour, and The Queen of England: Ascension.
In late 2020, Ms. Brandt shifted back towards contemporary YA with the exciting reality show inspired novel, Take One at Mulholland High. The sequel, Take Two at Mulholland High, is also available. Courtney hopes her readers enjoy the ongoing adventures of Chloe Winterhaven and Ali Harvist, as the highly anticipated Take Three at Mulholland High is now available.
Additionally, Ms. Brandt would like to invite you to read her three contemporary stand-alone adult novels, Room 702, Life After Joe, and Twenty Year Reunion, published under her pen name, Ann Benjamin.
In March 2019, Courtney was delighted to be involved as an author in the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature.
Don't hesitate to get in touch with the author at courtney.brandt@gmail.com or read more about her author life at https://linktr.ee/cbrandtwright
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November 6, 2012
Reviewed by Melanie Foust for TeensReadToo.com
Bronwyn Flueger needs a way in. As the only girl in the highly competitive drum line at Forrest Hills High, it's obvious that the guys haven't taken a liking to her, especially the section leader, J.D. Strauss. Determined to be accepted, Bronwyn employs the help of the super cute drum major, Drew O'Malley.
With his help, they come up with a plan that they think is sure to work. Unfortunately, it backfires badly, leaving Bronwyn not only even more lonely than she was before with a crush that she's sure will never be returned, but also puts the entire band at odds. Bronwyn has to find a way to fix things, or else carry the guilt that the band's impending failure during the competitions is all her fault.
In turns hilarious and heartbreaking, Bronwyn's first year as part of the drum line is most definitely full of drama. Her inability to accept an unappealing situation can be simultaneously endearing and annoying. Brandt's writing gets you smiling and frowning right along with Bronwyn, riding the emotional roller coaster that dominates most any teen girl's life.
The most recent addition to Courtney Brandt's THE LINE series is a perfect read for those looking for an inside peek into the world of a high school band. From the competitiveness that sometimes arises between the different sections, the need to win at competitions, and the wonderful feeling you get when you know the band you're a part of just finished a perfect show, KEEPING IN LINE can make you feel like you're an actual part of the band. And you won't want to leave.
Bronwyn Flueger needs a way in. As the only girl in the highly competitive drum line at Forrest Hills High, it's obvious that the guys haven't taken a liking to her, especially the section leader, J.D. Strauss. Determined to be accepted, Bronwyn employs the help of the super cute drum major, Drew O'Malley.
With his help, they come up with a plan that they think is sure to work. Unfortunately, it backfires badly, leaving Bronwyn not only even more lonely than she was before with a crush that she's sure will never be returned, but also puts the entire band at odds. Bronwyn has to find a way to fix things, or else carry the guilt that the band's impending failure during the competitions is all her fault.
In turns hilarious and heartbreaking, Bronwyn's first year as part of the drum line is most definitely full of drama. Her inability to accept an unappealing situation can be simultaneously endearing and annoying. Brandt's writing gets you smiling and frowning right along with Bronwyn, riding the emotional roller coaster that dominates most any teen girl's life.
The most recent addition to Courtney Brandt's THE LINE series is a perfect read for those looking for an inside peek into the world of a high school band. From the competitiveness that sometimes arises between the different sections, the need to win at competitions, and the wonderful feeling you get when you know the band you're a part of just finished a perfect show, KEEPING IN LINE can make you feel like you're an actual part of the band. And you won't want to leave.
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