Jolene Perry has a degree in political science and has taught middle school and high school. Her previous novels include Out of Play, The Summer I Found You, and Stronger Than You Know. She lives with her husband and family in Alaska.
2014 Finalist Association for Mormon Letters Award - Young Adult
General Novel category
"Perry deftly avoids the probelm-novel label thanks to complex
characters and a well-structured plot. Joy's story is very
affecting, and her voice is suitably self-effacing without being
ostentatious; most readers will be engrossed."--Kirkus Reviews
"Perry manages to convey Joy's gradual growth without resorting to
pamphlet-speak, but moreover she offers a portrait, rare in YA, of
the way compassionate, functional families work and the good
effects they can produce."--The Bulletin of the Center for
Children's Books
"Perry's descriptions of Joy's intense turmoil are vivid...a moving
survival story."--Booklist
"This is moving, horrifying and at times difficult to read, but the
timeliness of the story and hopes for Joy to be whole, keep the
reader engaged."--Library Media Connection
"While the subject matter is tough, this realistic title will draw
teens in with its believable characters, including the well-written
portrayal of the adult protagonists."--School Library Journal
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