Jackpot Summer BY Elyssa Friedland

The Jacobson siblings, raised with frugality by their parents, find themselves struggling with messy financial and personal lives as adults. When their father decides to sell their cherished Jersey Shore beach house after their mother's passing, they reunite amidst their own individual dramas.

Matthew, disillusioned with his corporate law career, longs for more time with his son. Laura's marriage is crumbling, Sophie's art career stagnates while her boyfriend's thrives, and Noah struggles with underemployment.

A Powerball win shakes up their world, making three of the siblings instant millionaires. However, lacking their mother's guidance and with their father preoccupied, they indulge in materialism instead of reconnecting.

As they chase after shiny new possessions, they realize true wealth lies in their family bond. With their familial relationships strained, they embark on a journey to mend the rifts and rebuild their connections.

Jackpot Summer is a poignant tale of familial bonds, financial windfalls, and the pursuit of true wealth. Through the ups and downs of their newfound fortune, the Jacobsons learn that money can't buy happiness, but family is priceless. Rachel Hanna weaves a compelling narrative that reminds us of the enduring value of love and connection in the face of life's unpredictability.