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339 pp.
| Bloomsbury |
July, 2007 |
TradeISBN 978-0-59990-022-3$16.95
(3)
YA
Martha is a complex heroine dealing with a violent home life. After several traumatic events, she is taken in by the Brinkmans, a wealthy family, and suddenly her future is bright. All too soon, however, her past comes back to haunt her. Heartbreaking yet hopeful, this edgy novel is a compelling read for older teenagers.