Synopses & Reviews
In Penelope Landlow's world, almost anything can be bought or sold. She's the daughter of one of the three crime families controlling the black market for organ transplants. Because of an autoimmune disorder that causes her to bruise easily, Penny is considered too "delicate" to handle the family business, or even to step foot outside their estate.
All Penelope has ever wanted is independence-until she's suddenly thrust into the dangerous world all alone, forced to stay one step ahead of her family's enemies. As she struggles to survive the power plays of rival crime families, she learns dreams come with casualties, betrayal hurts worse than bruises, and there's nothing she won't risk for the people she loves.
Perfect for fans of Holly Black and Kimberly Derting, this first book in the stunning new Once Upon a Crime Family series from acclaimed author Tiffany Schmidt will leave readers breathless.
Review
"This book renewed my faith in fate and made me remember it only takes one night to change your life forever." —Jen Calonita, author of the Secrets of My Hollywood Life and Belles series, on Bright Before Sunrise
"If you ever had that one wildly perfect night, youll love this book. If you never did, youll love it even more." —Diana Peterfreund, author of Across a Star-Swept Sea and For Darkness Shows the Stars, on Bright Before Sunrise
"This is Schmidts first novel, and it is a noteworthy one . . . a moving and inspirational novel that teen girls will love." —VOYA on Send Me a Sign
"Compelling; it has heartbreak and tragedy, but hope as well." —School Library Journal on Send Me a Sign
"Schmidts heroine believably vacillates between stoicism and indignation as she learns to rely less on superstitious signals to predict her future and more on herself." —Publishers Weekly
Synopsis
An electrifying new thriller about an underground crime syndicate that saves lives . . . if you can pay the price.
About the Author
TIFFANY SCHMIDT is the author of Send Me a Sign and Bright Before Sunrise. She lives in Pennsylvania with her saintly husband, impish twin boys, and a pair of mischievous puggles. Visit Tiffany online at www.TiffanySchmidt.com and on Twitter @TiffanySchmidt.