The Universal Appeal of “Gripped Part 4: Smoke & Mirrors”

Stacy A. Padula’s “Gripped” series has enthralled readers with its exploration of addiction, friendship, and redemption, and “Gripped Part 4: Smoke & Mirrors” continues this trend with a narrative that captivates a broad audience. This installment delves deeper into the psychological and emotional landscapes of its characters, offering a story that resonates with both teenagersContinueContinue reading “The Universal Appeal of “Gripped Part 4: Smoke & Mirrors””

Elizabeth Harvey Reviews “Gripped 4: Smoke & Mirrors” by Stacy Padula

By Elizabeth Harvey, Needham, MA & Emerson College Elizabeth Harvey I recommend Gripped Part 4: Smoke & Mirrors by Stacy Padula to teenagers and young adults. Gripped Part 4 deals with accurate real life scenarios involving struggling teens and young adults. This book and the entire Gripped series serves as an outlet of useful information,ContinueContinue reading “Elizabeth Harvey Reviews “Gripped 4: Smoke & Mirrors” by Stacy Padula”

New Y.A. Book Shows Effects of Modern High School Peer Pressure

By Joanna Dakoyannis, Providence College Gripped 4: Smoke and Mirrors by Stacy Padula is the fascinating continuation of the story centered around a group of teens from Montgomery Lake High School.  They are influenced by older siblings and peers who are involved in drug and alcohol use. Taylor, the older sibling of Marc and JordanContinueContinue reading “New Y.A. Book Shows Effects of Modern High School Peer Pressure”