Kellie Coates Gilbert is an up and coming new author from the wonderful Pacific Northwest (where I live) transplanted to Dallas. (poor thing) Check out her website, it's great. She is quoted as writing, "My books tell poignant and emotionally compelling stories about women who face unexpected, life-changing obstacles. I write about messy lives and eternal hope." I have only read one of her books so far, but if this is any indication, her words are true.
She wrote a totally involving, dramatic story, and she did it well. I can't say I was surprised when the story unfolded, but she educated her readers on a social ill with this one. If you have kid; read it. If you don't have kids, read it anyway, it's a well-written story. She does a great job with portraying complicated relationships and emotions. I stayed up late and couldn't put this one down.
The tale is one of loss, betrayal, and grief. It's tragic, but good comes from it in the end.
*I recieved a copy of this book from the publisher for free in exchange for an unbiased review.
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From the publisher:
High school counselor Barrie Graeber's
life appears perfect. Successful husband, adorable son, warm home in a nice part
of town. Even her daughter Pearl is a vision of high school senior perfection:
the cheerleader dating the quarterback.
But one night Pearl isn't where Barrie believed her to be. And, Barrie
learns, Pearl hasn't been where she should be for quite a while.
The legal system, justice, and family
loyalties collide while Barrie wrestles with the question that whirls within:
How far should a mother go to love a daughter she may never really have
known?
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