Gripped Part 2: Blindsided by Stacy Padula is an incredible continuation of the series that dives even deeper into the pasts, choices, and unraveling lives of its characters. Through flashbacks that illuminate the events leading up to Part 1, the author masterfully reveals how one decision can spark a chain reaction with life-altering consequences. The character development is exceptional—relationships shift, friendships fracture, and personal struggles come into sharp focus. This installment not only strengthens readers’ emotional connections to each character but also delivers a storyline so compelling that it becomes impossible to put the book down.
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Angelina Tzeng Reviews “Gripped 2: Blindsided”
An Interview with Angelina Tzeng of Braintree, Massachusetts Angelina is a senior at Braintree High School, a member of the Class of 2026, Student Body President, and an active leader in her school and community. With the desire to help others, she has been a member of the Student Council club for three years andContinueContinue reading “Angelina Tzeng Reviews “Gripped 2: Blindsided””
Duxbury High School Senior Recommends “Gripped” to Teen Readers
Abbey is a senior at Duxbury High School where she competes on the girls varsity crew team as a coxswain. She is also a part of the International Awareness Club at her school, where they focus on a new country and culture each month and participate in common traditions those cultures follow! In school Abbey prefers humanity classes, her favorite class she’s taken by far was AP World History her sophomore year. In college, she plans to major in communications on a pre law track and continue her athletic career as a coxswain. Finally, she is currently working at Snug Harbor Fish Market along the bay in Duxbury, where she works with her friends cooking, cutting fish, and taking orders!
Hanover, MA Senior Class President Recommends “Gripped” to Students
Ava Khouri is a senior at Hanover High School and serves as Class President, where she works to strengthen school spirit and foster a positive experience for her classmates. She is also Vice President of the Outreach Club, Treasurer of the Debate Team, and a member of the National Honor Society.
Student Body President Recommends YA Series “Gripped” to Classmates
An Interview with Angelina Tzeng of Braintree, Massachusetts Angelina is a senior at Braintree High School, a member of the Class of 2026, Student Body President, and an active leader in her school and community. With the desire to help others, she has been a member of the Student Council club for three years andContinueContinue reading “Student Body President Recommends YA Series “Gripped” to Classmates”
Who is Cathy Kagelli?
Cathy Kagelli is a pivotal character in Stacy A. Padula’s “Gripped” book series, a young adult narrative set in Montgomery, Massachusetts. Here’s an overview of her biography based on the series: Early Life and Family: Cathy Kagelli is introduced as a freshman at Montgomery Lake High School. She is the twin sister to Chantal Kagelli,ContinueContinue reading “Who is Cathy Kagelli?”
Who is Taylor Dunkin?
Taylor Dunkin is a central character in Stacy A. Padula’s “Gripped” book series, a young adult fiction set in Montgomery, Massachusetts. Here’s a detailed biography based on the series: Early Life and Athletic Career: Taylor Dunkin was once a celebrated athlete in Montgomery, Massachusetts. He broke multiple records during his high school years, establishing himselfContinueContinue reading “Who is Taylor Dunkin?”
Q&A with Samantha Waxman on Stacy Padula’s Novel “When Darkness Tries to Hide”
Samantha is a senior at Oliver Ames High School in Easton, MA. Some of her hobbies include cheering for her high school’s team, hanging out with friends, and spending time with her dog Rosie. Samantha’s favorite subject in school is history, and she is excited to start her senior year. October 25, 2018—Easton, Massachusetts 1.ContinueContinue reading “Q&A with Samantha Waxman on Stacy Padula’s Novel “When Darkness Tries to Hide””
Q & A with Montana Aldridge of Plymouth North High School
Montana Aldridge of Plymouth, Massachusetts is a rising senior at Plymouth North High School. She was asked to share her thoughts on Montgomery Lake High #1: The Right Person – a young adult novel by Stacy Padula. The Montgomery Lake High book series addresses teenage social issues commonly faced in high school and middle school.ContinueContinue reading “Q & A with Montana Aldridge of Plymouth North High School”
The Reviews Are In!
See what readers are saying about the Montgomery Lake High book series on Amazon! 1. TO’Halloran reviewed When Darkness Tries to Hide (Montgomery Lake High Book 2) 1 of 1 people found the following helpful A must read! March 5, 2017 Well written with well developed characters – this book is just as good asContinueContinue reading “The Reviews Are In!”
A Teenager’s Review of “The Aftermath”
I recommend The Aftermath to all teenagers, especially those who are currently or have in the past dealt with difficult times or struggled with drugs or alcohol. It is not necessary to read the other books in the MLH series to understand the story. It is very inspiring to read about a teenager that everyone can relate to who deals with societal and personal issues on their path to find God.
The Latest Book Reviews from the Wakulla Prison
Inmates from a Florida prison have been reading the Montgomery Lake High book series. Below are the latest handwritten reviews of The Right Person, When Darkness Tries to Hide, and The Aftermath. What is the Montgomery Lake High book series?About Stacy PadulaSubmit Reviews
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