When her best guy friend falls victim to what seems like a vicious hate crime, 16-year-old Cat sets out to discover who in her small town did it. Richly atmospheric, this daring mystery mines the secrets of a tightly knit Southern community and examines the strength of will it takes to go against everyone you know in the name of justice.
Against a backdrop of poverty, clannishness, drugs, and intolerance, Myracle has crafted a harrowing coming-of-age tale couched in a deeply intelligent mystery. Smart, fearless, and compassionate, this is an unforgettable work from a beloved author.
Praise for ShineâCat eventually uncovers the truth in a cliffhanging climax in which she confronts fear, discovers that love is stronger than hate and truly âshines.â Raw, realistic and compelling.â
âKirkus Reviews
âThe page-turning mystery and Catâs inspiring trajectory of self-realization will draw readers in and give them plenty to ponder.â
âThe Bulletin of the Center for Childrenâs Books
âDramatic in both content and presentation."
âLos Angeles Times
âMyracle captures well the regret that many feel for things in their past about which they are ashamed. Catâs reflections on these moments are spot-on.â
âSchool Library Journal
AWARD:WINNER: Amelia Elizabeth Walden Award for young adult fiction
Categories:
- Teen & Young Adult
- Mysteries & Thrillers
- Law & Crime
- Mysteries & Thrillers
Publisher : Amulet Paperbacks
Author : Myracle, Lauren
Language : English
Edition : Reprint
Published :2012-01-02
Number Of Pages : 376
Binding : paperback
ISBN-10 : 1419701843
ISBN-13 : 9781419701849
Item weight : 0.85 lb
Dimensions : 1.1 in x 5.3 in x 8.2 in
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