Grace Ellis Reviews Stacy Padula’s “Gripped” Book Series

Book #1: The Truth We Never Told “Gripped The Truth We Never Told” presents hard but necessary conversations about how teenagers are influenced by inner…

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Grace Ellis Reviews “The Crash” by Isabelle Seams

The Crash follows the characters Phybe and Taelor as they navigate opposite ends of an emerging war, eventually coming together to save the ones they…

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Grace Ellis Reviews “Penikese Island Adventure” by Kathleen Hickey

“Penikese Island Adventure” follows Julia, an incoming high school junior who volunteers at a camp for troubled boys run by her father. Initially, she is…

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Grace Ellis Reviews “What Came After” by Tabor Millien

“What Came After” follows Hannah in an emotional journey of reflection, seeking justice, and finding closure. In the first chapter Hannah is presented as a…

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Nichole Conran Reviews Stacy Padula’s “Gripped” Book Series

Book #1: The Truth We Never Told I highly recommend this book. This book is an educational read, highlighting the experiences that young people may…

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Emily McDermott Reviews “Gripped Part 2: Blindsided” by Stacy A. Padula

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1733153608?ref_=dbs_m_mng_rwt_calw_tpbk_1&storeType=ebooks Gripped: Part 2 by Stacy Padula is an impactful expansion of the Gripped series that offers new insights into the characters' relationships and introduces…

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Grace Ellis Reviews Stacy Padula’s “Montgomery Lake High” Book Series

Book #1: The Right Person “Montgomery Lake High Book 1: The Right Person” introduces a large cast of characters, all with their own personal relationships…

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Grace Ellis Reviews “Alijah XII” by Kirja Ilijah

“Alijah XII'' tells the story of how young Alijah spends her 12th birthday with Meema (her grandmother). We follow her thought process as she reflects…

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Emily McDermott Reviews Gripped Part 1 by Stacy A. Padula

https://www.amazon.com/Gripped-Part-Truth-Never-Told/dp/1735016837/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 Gripped: Part 1 by Stacy A. Padula offers an informative and realistic insight into how quickly drugs and alcohol can tear apart a community.…

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Stacy Padula as a Writer: A Focus on Authenticity and Emotional Depth

Stacy Padula, the author behind the "Gripped" series, has established herself as a compelling voice in young adult literature, particularly through her nuanced exploration of…

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Discover the Gems of Briley & Baxter Publications: Your Next Great Read Awaits!

Nestled in Plymouth, Massachusetts, Briley & Baxter Publications has carved a niche in the literary world with its diverse and impactful catalog. Known for embracing…

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Educating Teens on Substance Abuse: The Impact of The Gripped Book Series by Stacy Padula

In the realm of young adult literature, few series tackle the gritty realities of teenage life as directly as Stacy Padula's "The Gripped Book Series."…

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Transform Your Life with “Boy to Successful Man” by Rico Austin

Are you ready to unlock the blueprint to success? Dive into "Boy to Successful Man" by Rico Austin, a transformative guide that promises to turn…

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Nichole Conran Reviews “The Crash” by Isabelle Semas

Nichole Conran Nichole graduated in 2024 with a Master of Arts in English and Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University. She enjoys reading, writing,…

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Nichole Conran Reviews “Mystery at Chilmark” by Dianne Hunt Smith

Nichole Conran Nichole graduated in 2024 with a Master of Arts in English and Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University. She enjoys reading, writing,…

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Nichole Conran Recommends “Gripped Part 1” by Stacy Padula to Teens and Adults

Nichole Conran Nichole will graduate in 2024 with a Master of Arts in English and Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University. She enjoys reading,…

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Jessica Daniliuk Reviews “The Crash” by Isabelle Semas

Jessica Daniliuk Jessica is a recent Creative Writing graduate from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Through her studies she reconnected with the love of books…

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Briley & Baxter Publications’ New Dystopian Novel by High School Senior Becomes #1 Best Seller on Amazon

Isabelle Semas is a 2021 homeschool senior. She was inspired by her love of dystopian novels and her Christian faith to write her first book,…

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Oliver Ames Senior Recommends Young Adult Novel to Teens & Parents

Emily Han By Emily Han, Easton, Massachusetts I recommend Stacy Padula's latest novel, Gripped 4: Smoke & Mirrors, to both teens and their parents because…

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“Gripped 3” is Another Must-Read for Middle School & High School Students

WRITTEN BY SOPHIA COGGESHALL, MARSHFIELD, MA Sophia is a senior at Marshfield High School in Marshfield, Massachusetts. She is a competitive Irish Step dancer who…

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