We caught up with Rebecca Ronning, a junior at Brooklyn Technical High School in Brooklyn, New York, to ask her some questions about the first book in the Gripped book series by Stacy Padula. Rebecca was just chosen as the book series’ Intern of the Month for May of 2019!
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What Should Readers Expect from Gripped Part 2 (To Be Released Later This Year)
It is very important for students of these ages to read Gripped Part 2 because it shows the honest truth of the massive drug problem that has risen from this generation. While it may seem from a parent perspective that topics in the novel may be over-exaggerated, that is certainly not the case. In fact, there are many more details in relation to withdrawal and overdose that have yet to be mentioned all because this topic is so thorough and relevant. Overall, while drugs may not be one of the first things you want to teach your child before going to middle/high school, it should be a definite priority considering the significant increase of substance abuse in the 21st century, and Gripped Part 2 effectively puts the problem into perspective.
A Junior from St. Sebastian’s School Shares His Opinion of “Gripped Part 1” by Stacy A. Padula
Although this book should be read by everybody, I would highly recommend Gripped Part 1 to anybody who is either in middle school or high school. The conflicts that occur in the story are almost identical to what happens in a real high school or middle school…
“Gripped” by Stacy A. Padula is a Must Read for All Ages!
I would recommend Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told by Stacy A. Padula to people of all ages—but especially to those around a similar age to the characters, which is middle school and high school. The book touches on topics that everyone can relate to in some way, making it versatile enough for everyone to be interested in the story.
An Exceptional Book I Recommend to Teens & Preteens
Joanna Dakoyannis is a junior at Dover-Sherborn High School. She enjoys creative writing, traveling, going to the gym, running track for her high school team, and cheering on her team at school sporting events. She plans to be a science major in college and hopes to eventually attend dental school. Joanna read Montgomery Lake High #1: The Right Person by Stacy A. Padula and wrote the article below, sharing her honest thoughts and recommendations.
Looking Ahead to Gripped Part 2 with Kyle Banker
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 interesting and why?I think that the storyline between Cathy and Jason is most compelling to me because of their dual perspective of how they see the dramaContinueContinue reading “Looking Ahead to Gripped Part 2 with Kyle Banker”
Caitlin Shields on “The Right Person” by Stacy Padula
Caitlin Shields, a college freshman, shares why teens should read “The Right Person” by Stacy A. Padula
Needham’s Kyle Banker on the “Gripped” Book Series’ Characters
The Gripped Book Series has an array of main characters, who range in age from twelve to twenty-three. Although they have vastly different struggles, values, and personalities, their lives are indisputably entwined. Kyle Banker, a Communications Intern for the Gripped book series, read “Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told” and shared his insight on the characters. His responses are below:
A Teen’s Review of Stacy Padula’s New Novel “Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told”
March 26, 2019, Needham, Massachusetts—Within days of its release, Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told by Stacy A. Padula was ranked by Amazon as the #1 New Release in its category. The Gripped book series was written to educate young adults about the perils of prescription drug abuse. Kyle Banker, a senior at BeaverContinueContinue reading “A Teen’s Review of Stacy Padula’s New Novel “Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told””
Why I Couldn’t Stop Reading “The Forces Within” by Rebecca Ronning
Written by Rebecca Ronning of New York, New York The Forces Within by Stacy Padula tells the story of an adventure gone wrong. This book is about a group of teens, just looking to explore their friends summer house and unfortunately getting caught in something much more. The reader learns so much more about charactersContinueContinue reading “Why I Couldn’t Stop Reading “The Forces Within” by Rebecca Ronning”
Stacy Padula to be Interviewed on WATD 95.9FM – Monday 3/18 at 8:10AM
On Monday 3/18/19, Author Stacy A. Padula of Plymouth, Massachusetts will be interviewed by Rob Hakala on WATD 95.9’s South Shore Morning News about her new young adult book series “Gripped.” Within days of its release, “Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told” became the #1 New Release on Amazon Kindle in its category.
Why You Should Read the #1 New Release “Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told”
I would first recommend Gripped Part 1 by Stacy Padula to all incoming intermediate and secondary school students as I believe it is very important to get this target audience exposed to topics such as substance abuse. Furthermore, in the United States, there is a steep upward trend in drug usage across all ages, mostly originating from tweens and teenagers. By reading Gripped Part 1, these age groups will hopefully realize all the negative drawbacks that come with taking drugs, and as a result, steer away from substances to maintain a healthy academic and social career.
Q&A with Sophia Tufankjian on “The Aftermath” by Stacy Padula
Sophia Tufankjian of Duxbury, Massachusetts read “The Aftermath” by Stacy A. Padula. Below is a series of questions and answers about the book, which is the third installment in Padula’s Montgomery Lake High book series: a teen series that covers social issues faced in high school and middle school.
MLH #2 is a Page Turner for Teens
The book When Darkness Tries to Hide, by Stacy Padula is a page turner that allows for readers to learn from the characters in the story. It shows how there are many layers to people, and not everyone is how they seem. Specifically, Jason is a main character who struggles with drug and alcohol abuse,ContinueContinue reading “MLH #2 is a Page Turner for Teens”
Q&A with Jenna Finnerty on Young Adult Novel “When Darkness Tries to Hide”
When Darkness Tries to Hide is a teen novel by Stacy A. Padula. It is book #2 in the Montgomery Lake High book series. Jenna Finnerty was asked a series of questions about the characters, theme, and plot of the story. Reading this would be useful for anyone who has read the book to gainContinueContinue reading “Q&A with Jenna Finnerty on Young Adult Novel “When Darkness Tries to Hide””
Q&A with Sophia Tufankjian on Teen Novel “When Darkness Tries to Hide”
When Darkness Tries to Hide is a young adult novel by Stacy Padula. It is book #2 in the Montgomery Lake High book series. After reading the book, teen intern Sophia Tufankjian was asked a series of questions. If you have read the series and would like to gain deeper insight into the story readContinueContinue reading “Q&A with Sophia Tufankjian on Teen Novel “When Darkness Tries to Hide””
Hope Found in Darkness: A Young Adult Book Review by Jenna Finnerty
When Darkness Tries to Hide, by Stacy Padula, follows the same group of friends from Montgomery Lake High, The Right Person. The group of friend has begun to split up, with some of them realizing partying and getting into drugs is not the best idea. Some of them have turned to God, and are lettingContinueContinue reading “Hope Found in Darkness: A Young Adult Book Review by Jenna Finnerty”
New Young Adult Thriller is a Must Read for Teens!
“The Forces Within” by Stacy Padula is full of twists and turns as well as an unexpected ending. It is the perfect read for someone who loves mystery or plot twists. The story is based on a group of teens who find themselves in an unfamiliar house while one of their friends is lost inContinueContinue reading “New Young Adult Thriller is a Must Read for Teens!”
A Young Adult Fiction Review by Sophia Tufankjian
This book informs you of the difficulties faced throughout high school and provides many life lessons. This story is relatable to any high school and something many students can connect with. It is a quick and easy read that will have you on the edge of your seat. I highly recommend this to any high school students or soon to be high school students. There are many things you can take away from this book that could even help guide you in your own life.
I recommend this book for parents & teens!
Charlotte Silverman is a senior at Needham High School in Needham, Massachusetts. Below she shares her opinion of a young adult book “The Right Person,” which is the first book in Stacy Padula’s Montgomery Lake High Book Series, which is frequently listed as an Amazon best seller for YA books dealing with peer pressure andContinueContinue reading “I recommend this book for parents & teens!”
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