Written by Nasin Groshek, Plymouth, Massachusetts Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told by Stacy Padula is a fast-paced, compelling story about substance abuse and how it affects young adults’ relationships and future aspirations. I highly recommend this book to other high school and middle school students since they should easily relate to thisContinue reading “Nasin Groshek Reviews ‘Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told’ by Stacy Padula”
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A High School Senior’s Take on Taylor & Marc Dunkin in ‘Gripped Part 1’
WRITTEN BY JACK STANTON, MEDFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS Jack is a senior at Medfield High School where he is the founder and president of the school’s Investment Club. He has a passion for business and finance, engaging his interests in other business-related clubs such as DECA. Jack is a member of the Varsity Lacrosse and Hockey teamsContinue reading “A High School Senior’s Take on Taylor & Marc Dunkin in ‘Gripped Part 1’”
Medfield High School Class Leader Recommends ‘Gripped’ to Teens
WRITTEN BY JACK STANTON, MEDFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS Jack is a senior at Medfield High School where he is the founder and president of the school’s Investment Club. He has a passion for business and finance, engaging his interests in other business-related clubs such as DECA. Jack is a member of the Varsity Lacrosse and Hockey teamsContinue reading “Medfield High School Class Leader Recommends ‘Gripped’ to Teens”
Medfield High School Student-Athlete Shares Why Stacy Padula’s ‘Gripped’ Series Is a Must-read
WRITTEN BY JACK STANTON, MEDFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS Jack is a senior at Medfield High School where he is the founder and president of the school’s Investment Club. He has a passion for business and finance, engaging his interests in other business-related clubs such as DECA. Jack is a member of the Varsity Lacrosse and Hockey teamsContinue reading “Medfield High School Student-Athlete Shares Why Stacy Padula’s ‘Gripped’ Series Is a Must-read”
Y.A. Fiction Novel Teaches Valuable Lessons in an Entertaining Way
Written by Kate Peterson, Hingham, MA The young adult book Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told by Stacy Padula is a great read. It teaches many valuable lessons, ranging from friendship to drug addiction. Through the experiences of one of the main characters, it addresses the epidemic of opioids to teenagers in aContinue reading “Y.A. Fiction Novel Teaches Valuable Lessons in an Entertaining Way”
Y.A. Fiction Novel Sends Important Message to Teen Readers
Written by Kate Peterson, Hingham, MA I recommend Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told by Stacy Padula to middle school and high school students. They are the perfect age for this book because it relates so well to teenagers’ everyday lives. The characters are in their age group and going through tricky experiencesContinue reading “Y.A. Fiction Novel Sends Important Message to Teen Readers”
Megan Farinacci On ‘Gripped Part 2: Blindsided’
Written by Megan Farinacci, Medfield, MA Gripped Part 2: Blindsided by Stacy Padula puts drug abuse into the perspective of young adults, even reaching a middle school aged audience. The book focuses heavily on the younger characters who will soon be attending high school. Although the topics covered in this book are not what manyContinue reading “Megan Farinacci On ‘Gripped Part 2: Blindsided’”
Y.A. Fiction Novel Addresses Crucial Issues For Teenagers
Written by Megan Farinacci, Medfield, MA Gripped Part 2: Blindsided by Stacy Padula was extremely eye opening. It is crucial for these issues to be addressed in a novel for young adults. In this novel, we see how even middle schoolers are affected by drugs and alcohol. This sequel focuses on fourteen year old ChrisContinue reading “Y.A. Fiction Novel Addresses Crucial Issues For Teenagers”
An Interview with Weymouth’s John Savage about Stacy Padula’s “Gripped” Characters
After reading Gripped 1: The Truth We Never Told by Stacy Padula, John Savage, a senior at Weymouth High School, was interviewed about the different characters. There are a few different storylines running through Gripped Part 1 because it is setting up the rest of the series. What storyline do you find the most interestingContinue reading “An Interview with Weymouth’s John Savage about Stacy Padula’s “Gripped” Characters”
Debut Novel in Teen Book Series Leaves Y.A. Readers Begging for More
Written by John Savage, Weymouth, Massachusetts The book, Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told by Stacy Padula is a story that revolves around a group of friends who are being introduced to love, drugs, and young adult life for the first time. It illustrates how difficult becoming a young adult is and howContinue reading “Debut Novel in Teen Book Series Leaves Y.A. Readers Begging for More”
Megan Farinacci On Stacy Padula’s “Gripped” Characters
Interview with Megan Farinacci of Medfield, MA After reading Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told by Stacy Padula, junior in high school Megan Farinacci was interviewed about the many different characters in the novel. Who do you most relate to? I relate to Cathy’s younger self the most. I see many similarities betweenContinue reading “Megan Farinacci On Stacy Padula’s “Gripped” Characters”
Megan Farinacci Reviews “The Truth We Never Told”
Written by Megan Farinacci, Medfield, MAThe book Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told by Stacy Padula is an eye opening novel that touches on the important issue of drug abuse among teens. Taylor Dunkin, a former all-star athlete at Montgomery High and quarterback for Northeastern’s football team, struggles with a painkiller addiction. Ultimately,Continue reading “Megan Farinacci Reviews “The Truth We Never Told””
Weymouth High School Senior Recommends This Y.A. Book to Teens Across America
Written by John Savage, Weymouth, Massachusetts As a senior in high school, I relate to Stacy Padula’s novel Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told. To an extent, I have seen what drugs can do to people and athletes, specifically. I also know and understand the ins-and-outs of what it’s like to be inContinue reading “Weymouth High School Senior Recommends This Y.A. Book to Teens Across America”
Debut Novel of Y.A. Book Series Addresses the Pressures & Temptations Plaguing Today’s Teenagers
Written by Megan Farinacci, Medfield, MA As a young adult reading Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told, I related to the constant pressure of society. Peer pressure is an issue that almost all young adults face, and it can be extremely harmful to the development of teenagers. As shown in Stacy Padula’s novel,Continue reading “Debut Novel of Y.A. Book Series Addresses the Pressures & Temptations Plaguing Today’s Teenagers”
Relatable Characters Make Stacy Padula’s “Gripped” Book Series a Teen Favorite
Written by Joseph Siracusa, Braintree, MA In Stacy Padula’s best-selling Gripped book series, the character I relate most to is Marc Dunkin. Marc is a hard-working athlete and scholar who is trying his best to stay away from the substance abuse epidemic in Montgomery, while at the same time hanging around lots of people whoContinue reading “Relatable Characters Make Stacy Padula’s “Gripped” Book Series a Teen Favorite”
“Gripped” By Stacy Padula: “An Addictive Read”
Written by Joseph Siracusa, Braintree, MA The novel Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told by Stacy A. Padula is definitely an addictive read (no pun intended). The strong bond between the teen and young adult community of Montgomery is unbreakable—that is- until an epidemic floods the influence of these young lives. To goContinue reading ““Gripped” By Stacy Padula: “An Addictive Read””
Isabelle Semas on The “Gripped” Characters
Who do you feel bad for and why? I pity Chantal. Lisa and Cathy know the truth about her and Jon’s breakup, but decide to take matters into their own hands by not coming out with the truth. This causes Chantal so much pain. They should have been honest with her. Who frustrates you andContinue reading “Isabelle Semas on The “Gripped” Characters”
An Interview with Isabelle Semas on “The Truth We Never Told”
Who would you recommend Gripped Part 1 to and why? I would recommend Gripped Part 1 to Highschool students looking for a read with a realistic take on the temptations which face kids as early as middle school. This book addresses subjects such as underage drinking, drug addiction, and gossip. These things can’t be ignored,Continue reading “An Interview with Isabelle Semas on “The Truth We Never Told””
A Y.A. Book Series That Is Brutally Honest
Written by Isabelle Semas Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told by Stacy Padula fills in some of the storylines left open in the Montgomery Lake High book series. In the beginning of this book, we learn more about Taylor Dunkin, former football legend turned drug-dealer, who wants out of the game. Marc Dunkin,Continue reading “A Y.A. Book Series That Is Brutally Honest”
An Interview with UGA’s Mackenzie Wells on Gripped 1: The Truth We Never Told
Who would you recommend Gripped Part 1 to and why? “Gripped Part 1” by Stacy Padula deals with the stories of young adults navigating the transitions between middle school, high school, and college. I would recommend this book to readers in middle or high school. These books give them a glimpse into how one person’sContinue reading “An Interview with UGA’s Mackenzie Wells on Gripped 1: The Truth We Never Told”
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