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?”
Book Signing at the Full Sail in Plymouth, MA
On Saturday 5/2, Stacy Padula signed books at the Full Sail in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Below are some pictures from the event. https://stacyapadula.com/
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
Updated Edition Released This Week
Montgomery Lake High #1: The Right Person Daily, teenagers enter into the war between being true to themselves and fitting in with their peers. One such troubled teen is Chris Dunkin, who has been a substance abuser since age twelve. Now fifteen, he is drinking alcohol more often and using heavy drugs to keep himselfContinueContinue reading “Updated Edition Released This Week”
Children in Nepal Are Reading Stacy Padula’s Book Series
On a mission trip to Nepal, Christian author Lorilyn Roberts delivered hundreds of books to children. Photographed below are two of the recipients.
Stacy Padula Selected as 1 out of 5,000 by Publisher
Tonight, I am feeling very thankful and honored to be 1 of the 4 authors selected, out of 5,000, to be featured on the home page of my publisher’s website. To be chosen as a face of the company that has helped so many authors make their dreams come true and to know that the team you work with believes in you/your mission is incredible.
A Prisoner’s Review: The Aftermath
An inmate in Atlanta received The Aftermath from the chaplain of his prison. He was kind enough to write a review of the novel:
A Prisoner’s Review: The Right Person
More of the Montgomery Lake High books were read in an Atlanta prison. Here is the review of The Right Person:
Fight Against Teen Drug Abuse
After working closely with teenagers for many years, I saw an urgent need for realistic young adult books. With teenage suicide, drug abuse, and bullying on the rise, I knew something had to be done to help teens realize their worth. Teenagers have far too much value—each and every one of them—to throw themselves into the downward spiral of substance abuse. Through the eyes of a variety of characters, my books share valuable life-lessons that point teenagers towards success and fulfillment. It is my hope that these books will help teenagers overcome the harsh battle between gaining social acceptance and being true to their own convictions.
The Aftermath: Prologue & Chapter 1 (Reading of the Week)
Jason Davids glanced at his bedroom clock. Seven nineteen. Twenty-four hours had passed since one of the darkest moments of his life. He sighed and fell back on his unmade bed. He curled into the fetal position and tried with all of his might to will the horrifying image out of his mind.
He had not slept a wink in thirty-seven hours. He glanced at his clock again. Seven twenty. You can do this Jason, he urged himself silently. Just get up and go. Go tell them the truth. Tell everyone at Alyssa’s party that you found Andy’s body. Tell them that he looked dead. Tell them about the horror in Chantal’s eyes when she came rushing up the stairs. Make sure you tell them that it is entirely your fault.
Why I Love Creative Writing
A startling reality–life does not always turn out the way we want it to. People can strive for the best, set their sights, and reach for the stars. They can study, study, and study. They could give one hundred percent to their passions in life, or conquer their conquests and achieve their goals. Then the ironyContinueContinue reading “Why I Love Creative Writing”
COMING THIS MONTH!
Coming to Barnes & Noble, Amazon, and other retailers this month
Review of Montgomery Lake High #3 – To Be Released Spring 2014
In anticipation of its public release, The Battle for Innocence was read and reviewed by a 7th grader at Pollard Middle School in Needham, Massachusetts. “Jon Anderson’s heart pounded heavily against his chest as he opened Chris Dunkin’s front door. He had walked through that door thousands of times before, but never during one ofContinueContinue reading “Review of Montgomery Lake High #3 – To Be Released Spring 2014”
100% of April Profits to go to Boston Marathon Victims
To support the victims of the senseless tragedy that took place at the Boston Marathon, The Montgomery Lake High book series will donate 100% of its profits made during the month of April to the New England Patriots Boston Marathon relief fund. The Krafts will match 100% of the donations made (up to $100,000). SoContinueContinue reading “100% of April Profits to go to Boston Marathon Victims”
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