![]() ![]() Praise for Shine“Cat eventually uncovers the truth in a cliffhanging climax in which she confronts fear, discovers that love is stronger than hate and truly ‘shines.’ Raw, realistic and compelling.” – Kirkus Reviews Smart, fearless, and compassionate, this is an unforgettable work from a beloved author. Richly atmospheric, this daring mystery mines the secrets of a tightly knit Southern community and examines the strength of will it takes to go against everyone you know in the name of justice.Īgainst a backdrop of poverty, clannishness, drugs, and intolerance, Myracle has crafted a harrowing coming-of-age tale couched in a deeply intelligent mystery. SYNOPSIS: When her best guy friend falls victim to a vicious hate crime, sixteen-year-old Cat sets out to discover who in her small town did it. Genres: Bullying, Homelessness, LGBTQ, Mysteries and Detective Stories ![]() Published by Amulet Books on May 1st 2011 Cat’s bravery and critical thinking are compelling and educational for young adult and older readers. Instead, Myracle portrays multidimensional personalities that develop throughout the novel according to their own losses, lessons, or revelations. The author Lauren Myracle does not retreat into clichés or Manichean simplifications in order to tell her story. ![]()
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