Written by Emily Han, Easton, MA This book touches upon the use of Adderall, acid, marijuana, alcohol, and Xanax. For that reason, parents may not want their children to read the novel. However, the author feels there is much to be learned. What do you think tweens and teens could learn from reading Gripped PartContinue reading “An Interview with Oliver Ames Senior Emily Han on Gripped 3: The Fallout”
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An Interview with Caroline Markley on Gripped 2: Blindsided
The drug use and sexual content in Gripped Part 2: Blindsided will surely get it banned from schools, but the topics are too relevant in teenage culture to be ignored. Why do you think this book should be read by kids in middle school and high school? This book should be read by kids inContinue reading “An Interview with Caroline Markley on Gripped 2: Blindsided”
YA Fiction Novel Shows the Long-term Effects of Drug Abuse
Written by Emily Han, Easton, MA The book, Gripped Part 3, by Stacy Padula, is an amazing continuation of her thrilling series. As we continue to learn about the multiple stories that continue to develop with individuals’ drug use. We see characters change their personalities, morals, and relationships, some are unaware of the power ofContinue reading “YA Fiction Novel Shows the Long-term Effects of Drug Abuse”
YA Fiction Novel Teaches About Early Signs of Substance Abuse
Written by Caroline Marley, Marshfield, MA Gripped 2: Blindsided is a captivating read as it explores the effects that drug and alcohol use can have on a person’s life and relationships. It dives deeply into the lives of high schoolers who are introduced to drugs and alcohol at a young age. One of the storylinesContinue reading “YA Fiction Novel Teaches About Early Signs of Substance Abuse”
Teen Book Teaches Valuable Lessons
Written by Abby Fusco, Marshfield, Massachusetts The Gripped book series by Stacy A. Padula should be read by kids in both middle school and high school because they can learn important lessons from the stories before they make the same mistakes as the characters. Most schools would not allow for the content in Gripped toContinue reading “Teen Book Teaches Valuable Lessons”
New Y.A. Fiction Book is a Must Read for Teens
Written by Abby Fusco, Marshfield, MA Gripped Part 2: Blindsided is one of Stacy Padula’s best books thus far. I would give it a 5/5 star rating and would greatly recommend it. The topics that are covered in the book are not talked about enough yet they affect so many teenagers’ lives. Both teens andContinue reading “New Y.A. Fiction Book is a Must Read for Teens”
Teen Fiction Novel Exposes Consequences of Substance Abuse
Written by Emily Han, Easton, MA The book, Gripped Part 2: Blindsided, by Stacy A. Padula continues the storylines of teenagers affected by substance abuse. By splitting the timeline (past and present) in the story, readers can see how the characters are changing due to their drug use. Those who were concerned with schoolwork, grades,Continue reading “Teen Fiction Novel Exposes Consequences of Substance Abuse”
Y.A. Novel “Blindsided” Recommended for Early High School Students
Written by Bradford Campbell, Duxbury, MA No matter who you are or what town you live in, you are bound to encounter substances such as drugs and alcohol throughout high school, and possibly even earlier. The Gripped book series by Stacy A. Padula is centered around the high school partying atmosphere, written from a bothContinue reading “Y.A. Novel “Blindsided” Recommended for Early High School Students”
New Y.A. Novel is too Relevant to be Ignored
The topics in Gripped Part 2: Blindsided by Stacy Padula are too relevant in teenage culture to be ignored. Blindsided is an amazing book that should be read by all high school and middle school students. The topics portrayed are relevant and important for all teenagers to hear, as it is wise to be informed about the consequences of…
Marshfield Senior Recommends Teens Read New Novel About Addiction
From reading Gripped Part 2: Blindsided, kids can learn how one seemingly harmless decision can lead to a series of drastic, uncontrollable consequences. Not only does the book reveal the dangerous, addictive effects that drugs have on teenagers, but it also reveals how drugs can cause both relationship and mental health problems as many of the characters in the novel become distant with their friends and family and suffer from extreme anxiety as a result of the drugs they have become entangled in.
A College Freshman’s Take on “Gripped Part 2: Blindsided” by Stacy Padula
This book will hopefully influence teens to abstain from drugs and alcohol after reading about the effects it has on everyone’s lives. Teens who read this book will also learn what could happen to them if they do end up getting involved with drugs. Similar to Taylor’s situation, drugs can ruin someone’s life after becoming addicted.
Michael Farinacci of St. Sebastian’s School Reviews “Gripped Part 2: Blindsided”
It is important for all high school and middle school aged kids to read this book, as it is very likely that they will run into a similar situation at some point in the middle and high school lives.
Jenna Finnerty Reviews Stacy Padula’s Novel “Gripped Part 2: Blindsided”
Gripped Part 2 will show teens how easy it is to get addicted to drugs and how it can affect everyone around you. Not only will this book show how dangerous it is to start experimenting with drugs, but it could also teach a valuable lesson to anyone struggling with addiction. It shows that even if you stray from your morals, you can always go back.
A Rising Senior’s Take on Stacy Padula’s New Release “Gripped Part 2: Blindsided”
One of the main benefits of reading Gripped part 2, and the entire Gripped series is that the book not only shows the horrors of substance abuse, but shows the buildup to substance abuse. Most likely, an addiction is not formed by one singular decision. Gripped part 2, does a great job of showing not only the worst day, but the first day.
A Close Look at the Characters in Gripped Part 2: Blindsided
Written by Elizabeth Harvey, Emerson College How has your opinion of Taylor changed from the beginning of the series until the end of book 2? I was happy with the progress Taylor has made that became evident by the end of book 2. Although he still has to figure out many things and relationships inContinue reading “A Close Look at the Characters in Gripped Part 2: Blindsided”
A Controversial but Worthwhile Read for All Young Adults
The drug use and sexual content in this book will surely get it banned from schools, but the topics are too relevant in teenage culture to be ignored. Why do you think this book should be read by kids in middle school and high school?
Rebecca Ronning Reviews Gripped Part 2: Blindsided
Gripped Part 2: Blindsided by Stacy Padula is an absolutely captivating young adult story that follows the lives of a group of Massachusetts teens throughout their middle and high school experience. Dealing with issues of relationships, friendships, drug abuse, and much more, this book is particularly beneficial to those who are entering high school and are looking to learn from a relatively accurate description of some issues they may encounter, as well as how to deal with them. Not only does this book reflect excellent and important morals, it is extremely interesting, and I honestly could not put it down. I would rate this book a 5/5 and strongly recommend it to any young adult.
Rebecca Ronning on the Compelling Characters in “Gripped Part 2: Blindsided”
How has your opinion of Taylor changed from the beginning of the series until the end of book 2? In the beginning of the series, it was much easier to see Taylor as somewhat of a failure. We lacked an in depth perspective from him in the beginning, and really only heard of him throughContinue reading “Rebecca Ronning on the Compelling Characters in “Gripped Part 2: Blindsided””
An Editorial Review of Gripped Part 2: Blindsided by Stacy A. Padula
Written by Elizabeth Harvey of Emerson College Gripped Part 2 is the second book in the Gripped series and continues to expand on the themes of teenage drug and alcohol use in the context of the various character’s personal lives and relationships with one another. Taylor Dunkin has gotten himself involved in not just takingContinue reading “An Editorial Review of Gripped Part 2: Blindsided by Stacy A. Padula”
Rebecca Ronning on the Controversial Content in “Gripped Part 2” by Stacy Padula
The drug use and sexual content in this book will surely get it banned from schools, but the topics are too relevant in teenage culture to be ignored. Why do you think this book should be read by kids in middle school and high school?
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