"Their strength and ferocity stem from below the surface where their roots are forever tangled, interwoven in such a way that for the remainder of time they bloom together…"
Genesis
Adam
Chloe
Lukas
No one loves them, no one cares about them, no one even sees them until they end up in Mary Rodriguez’s home, an outpost for Sacred Hear’s troubled youth program. It is within these walls that the four teens forge unlikely friendships. They experience the intensity of first loves, share secrets, and suffer losses, vowing to make the world a better place in spite of their personal battles with addiction, depression, loneliness, and abuse. But when the unthinkable happens, those friendships are tested in ways they never could have imagined.
Will they find strength enough to survive or will their bonds be too fractured to heal them yet again?
Topics Coming of age. Group homes. Foster care. Best friends. Friendship. Conduct of life. Romance. Substance abuse. Trauma. LGBTQ.
Trim Size 8" x 5 1/4"
JLG Span Spring
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2020-02-10
JLG Release Date Apr 2020
Minimum grade 10
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
Paperback Escape Reads High (Grades 10 & Up)
Paperback Escape Reads High
Paperback Escape Reads High (Grades 10 & Up)
For Grades 10 & Up
This collection features original trade paperbacks designed to provide an enjoyable escape for older teen readers. The list includes romances, mysteries, suspense, and other engaging stories that are easy to get lost in. Occasional selections are written for adults but are thoughtfully chosen for their relevance and appeal to teen readers. Moderate mature content appropriate for older teens may be present, making this a great choice for readers seeking accessible, age-appropriate entertainment.