| Author: | Deb Fitzpatrick | ISBN: | 9781921696336 |
| Publisher: | Fremantle Press | Publication: | September 1, 2010 |
| Imprint: | Fremantle Press | Language: | English |
| Author: | Deb Fitzpatrick |
| ISBN: | 9781921696336 |
| Publisher: | Fremantle Press |
| Publication: | September 1, 2010 |
| Imprint: | Fremantle Press |
| Language: | English |
Combining an engaging and confrontational story about growing up with a twist of adventure, this novel centers on Joel and Craggs, two loyal friends who drink together, commit robbery together, and, when Craggs turns violent, face the consequences together as well. When Joel's dad finally makes a deal with the cops, his son ends up in solitary confinement while Craggs is sent off to juvenile detention. Contending that the past is never truly buried, this tale portrays the influence of peer pressure on teenagers and both the positive and dangerous choices they must face.
Combining an engaging and confrontational story about growing up with a twist of adventure, this novel centers on Joel and Craggs, two loyal friends who drink together, commit robbery together, and, when Craggs turns violent, face the consequences together as well. When Joel's dad finally makes a deal with the cops, his son ends up in solitary confinement while Craggs is sent off to juvenile detention. Contending that the past is never truly buried, this tale portrays the influence of peer pressure on teenagers and both the positive and dangerous choices they must face.
