Splinter

(Hardback)

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A gripping psychological thriller following a teen girl's quest to prove that her father didn't kill her mother - and discovering there's more to her parents' story than she ever imagined.

Sami's mother disappeared ten years ago, when Sami was six. and the police have always suspected that Sami's father killed her. Sami's sure her father's innocent. But when new evidence emerges linking him to another woman's mysterious death, Sami sets out to uncover the truth. Will she prove her father's innocence--or will she stumble onto secrets she'd rather not confront

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This super collection of poems really extends the imagination with its highly enjoyable range and variety. Leap with hares, call out to the sun, run with the wind, pull silly faces with monkeys, watch out for the bear in the bathroom and meet a burping princess! A fantastic new collection for younger children from a prize-winning poet. These poems are perfect for curious young minds, ready for adventures, and they are ideal for sharing and reading aloud. * Parents in Touch *
Here's another wonder full poetry collection from Otter-Barry Books. George Szirtes can take the plainest, simplest language and use it to make you see and feel the world anew... These are not just great poems for children. They are just great poems. Sometimes five stars seems a bit mean. * Books for Keeps *

Author Bio

Sasha Dawn teaches writing at community colleges and offers pro bono writing workshops to local schools. She lives in her native northern Illinois, where she collects tap shoes, fabric swatches, and tales of survival, and she harbors a crush on Thomas Jefferson. Her debut novel, Oblivion, was an Illinois Reads selection and one of The New York Public Library's best books for teens.