By Mackenzie Wells, Athens, GA Intrigued. That’s the best word to describe how I felt as I read Stacy Padula’s “Gripped 3: The Fallout.” Honestly, I was intrigued by the increasing police interventions, both at the teenagers’ parties and in Taylor Dunkin’s case as it progresses. The very real likelihood of the law catching upContinueContinue reading “The Highly Intriguing Book Teens Won’t Want to Put Down”
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Here’s Why Parents of Teens Need to Read The Gripped Book Series
By Mackenzie Wells, Athens, GA “Gripped 3: The Fallout” by Stacy Padula 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. Even more than the past two books, “Gripped Part 3” demonstratesContinueContinue reading “Here’s Why Parents of Teens Need to Read The Gripped Book Series”
Dynamic Characters Take Y.A. Readers by Surprise in Stacy Padula’s “Gripped 2: Blindsided”
Mackenzie Wells By Mackenzie Wells, Athens, GA At the very beginning of the first book in Stacy Padula’s best-selling young adult series, Gripped, the reader gains a glimpse of where Taylor Dunkin ends up. Without any understanding of who he was before or how he wound up in his current predicament, it was easy toContinueContinue reading “Dynamic Characters Take Y.A. Readers by Surprise in Stacy Padula’s “Gripped 2: Blindsided””
The Benefits of Reading Uncensored Y.A. Novels like “Gripped 2: Blindsided”
Mackenzie Wells By Mackenzie Wells, Athens, GA Most books or T.V. series with a target audience of young teenagers pull back from showing the complete picture of teenage drug use and sexual activity. However, living life without knowing the complete picture and without an understanding of the repercussions can lead to very dangerous decisions. LifeContinueContinue reading “The Benefits of Reading Uncensored Y.A. Novels like “Gripped 2: Blindsided””
Sophia Karnolt Reviews “The Battle for Innocence” by Stacy Padula
Sophia Karnolt Written By Sophia Karnolt, Kingston, MA I recommend “The Battle for Innocence” by Stacy Padula to anyone who is about to enter high school because it highlights the importance of keeping your morals and staying true to what you believe. Peer Pressure is a big encounter that many people entering high school experienceContinueContinue reading “Sophia Karnolt Reviews “The Battle for Innocence” by Stacy Padula”
Oliver Ames Senior Recommends Young Adult Novel to Teens & Parents
Emily Han By Emily Han, Easton, Massachusetts I recommend Stacy Padula’s latest novel, Gripped 4: Smoke & Mirrors, to both teens and their parents because it shows an honest point of view relating to the topics of drug and alcohol use. It can prepare teens for situations that they may have to address in highContinueContinue reading “Oliver Ames Senior Recommends Young Adult Novel to Teens & Parents”
Plymouth Author Stacy Padula Talks Entrepreneurship on the ETOP Business Podcast
On Saturday January 30th, award-winning author Stacy Padula of Plymouth, Massachusetts was a guest on the business-based ETOP podcast out of Wisconsin. She discusses her two young adult book series, her upcoming children’s book series with NBA Coach Brett Gunning, Briley & Baxter Publications, South Shore College Consulting & Tutoring, the Two Cuddly Dachshund storeContinueContinue reading “Plymouth Author Stacy Padula Talks Entrepreneurship on the ETOP Business Podcast”
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”
Sophia Karnolt Reviews “The Battle for Innocence” by Stacy Padula
Sophia Karnolt Written By Sophia Karnolt, Kingston, MA The transition period from middle school to high school is a very big milestone in teens. You are introduced to peer pressure and it also tests how strong you are to yourself. Young teens are brought into situations including different substances which shape who they turn outContinueContinue reading “Sophia Karnolt Reviews “The Battle for Innocence” by Stacy Padula”
Mackenzie Wells Reviews “Gripped 2: Blindsided” by Stacy Padula
By Mackenzie Wells, Athens, GA Gripped Part 2: Blindsided by Stacy Padula is a cautionary tale for young adults, but it is also a humanizing story of those who have fallen into bad habits. Eighth graders Chris Dunkin, Cathy Kagelli, and Jason Davids are an integral part of their clique in their community, and areContinueContinue reading “Mackenzie Wells Reviews “Gripped 2: Blindsided” by Stacy Padula”
Young Adult Book Teaches Teens the Importance of Choosing Relationships Wisely
Isabelle Semas By Isabelle Semas, Massachusetts “Gripped Part 2: Blindsided” by Stacy A. Padula unveils the raw truth behind prescription and recreational drug addiction. These topics—though uncomfortable to speak about with young teens—are far too prevalent in our society to be ignored. The Gripped series portrays exactly how this process takes place through an engaging storyline. ByContinueContinue reading “Young Adult Book Teaches Teens the Importance of Choosing Relationships Wisely”
Y.A. Novel Inspires Teens to Stick to Their Morals
Written by Kyle Banker, University of Miami “The Battle for Innocence” by Stacy Padula is a very helpful resource for teens, as it proves if you stick to your morals, good things will happen. In relation to the main character, Chantal Kagelli, the reader saw her face many challenges in the novel, mostly through herContinueContinue reading “Y.A. Novel Inspires Teens to Stick to Their Morals”
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
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!”
Q&A with Samantha Waxman on Stacy Padula’s Novel “When Darkness Tries to Hide”
Samantha is a senior at Oliver Ames High School in Easton, MA. Some of her hobbies include cheering for her high school’s team, hanging out with friends, and spending time with her dog Rosie. Samantha’s favorite subject in school is history, and she is excited to start her senior year. October 25, 2018—Easton, Massachusetts 1.ContinueContinue reading “Q&A with Samantha Waxman on Stacy Padula’s Novel “When Darkness Tries to Hide””
The Perfect Book for Teens Entering High School
This book touches on the struggle to get out of the darkness and back into the light but also the great feeling of having an amazing support system to help you when in need. It makes you feel grateful for the friends you have and makes you want to help others in their times of need.
YA Novel “The Right Person” by Stacy Padula Guides Teens Through the Confusing World of High School
Going into your first year of high school is a historically stressful, confusing, scary experience. Surrounded by new faces, new perspectives, and new ideas, it is easy for a young impressionable teenager to be tempted to go against their morals and change themselves in an effort to fit in and make a good impression on their classmates, even if they know it’s not the right thing to do. The Right Person, by Stacy Padula, perfectly represents this internal conflict by entering the minds of a group of incoming freshman at Montgomery Lake High as they come across new obstacles in their social lives, much unlike what they experienced in middle school.
Q & A with Montana Aldridge of Plymouth North High School
Montana Aldridge of Plymouth, Massachusetts is a rising senior at Plymouth North High School. She was asked to share her thoughts on Montgomery Lake High #1: The Right Person – a young adult novel by Stacy Padula. The Montgomery Lake High book series addresses teenage social issues commonly faced in high school and middle school.ContinueContinue reading “Q & A with Montana Aldridge of Plymouth North High School”
Q & A with Norwell High School’s Jack Gallagher on Montgomery Lake High Book #1: The Right Person
Q. How do you personally relate to the story? A. I personally can relate to this story in many different ways. In my career as a student at Norwell High School I have personally witnessed underage drinking and drug use during school hours and after school hours. There is also in the book the peopleContinueContinue reading “Q & A with Norwell High School’s Jack Gallagher on Montgomery Lake High Book #1: The Right Person”
Montana Aldridge on Montgomery Lake High #1 by Stacy Padula
– Written by Montana Aldridge, Class of 2019, Plymouth North High School, Plymouth, Massachusetts I was enlightened by the overall theme of this book. It provided me with real life examples of the tough decisions that I will come across as I grow older. The message this book relayed to me was that it isContinueContinue reading “Montana Aldridge on Montgomery Lake High #1 by Stacy Padula”
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