"[Hamilton] excels at imbuing her realistic characters with subtle depths
the strength of affections
Nicole's unique legacy will allow her to play an extraordinary role in the unfolding historic events
students practice important test-taking skills while they strengthen comprehension
"With a pinch of John Dickson Carr and a dash of Agatha Christie
Growing up Hadley -- Dana Harp, Paperback Harry Keramidas "[Hamilton] excels at imbuing herA heartbreaking story of resilience, friendship, and self discovery. Thirteen is a hard age. Even harder when you lose your mom to cancer. For Hadley, it means being left in the hands of an angry, alcoholic father who chips away at her self worth until her anxiety is almost crippling. Desperate for solace, an unexpected friendship blooms a lifeline woven from patience, respect, and shared laughter. Suddenly, Hadley starts to smile again. Really, truly