Synopses & Reviews
A summer romance filled with danger and lies
Jane is ready for a fantastic summer. In fact, shes pretty sure the universe owes her one.
This past winter, Jane was held at knifepoint during an armed robbery and the specter of that night still haunts her. A summer romance with one of the town bad boyssexy Handel Davies, who takes her breath away and makes her feel like a bolder version of herselfseems like the universes way of paying her back.
But bad boys always have secrets, and Handels secret just might shatter Jane completely.
This suspense novel marries psychological thriller with summer romance and is perfect for teen fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl.
Tempting, sexy, and dangerous, this book will steal your heart. I was...completely lured by the story's dark twists and turns.” Marie Rutkoski, author of The Winners Curse
"Donna Freitas's stunning prose catapulted this dark, seductive tale straight into my head and heart. This is a perfect read for thrill-seeking teens." --Anna Collomore, author of The Ruining
Praise for Donna Freitas's previous books:
Love and death are always a potent mix, and in the hands of a talented writer like Freitas, this is especially so.”Booklist
This is an amazing story about love, loss, and the healing power of music.”Morgan Matson, author of Amy and Rogers Epic Detour
A riveting portrayal of the corruption of power and, ultimately, the triumph of innocence.”Francisco Stork, author of Marcelo in the Real World
Donna Freitas's Awards
The Gorgeous Game 2010 Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Books
Sex and the Soul 2008 A Best Book of the Year by Publishers Weekly
The Survival Kit 2012 Best Fiction for Young Adults List for Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA); 2013 Bookstar Award (Switzerland)
About the Author
Donna Freitas (www.donnafreitas.com) is an author of fiction and nonfiction for kids and adults. Her previous young adult books include The Possibilities of Sainthood, The Survival Kit and This Gorgeous Game. Born in Rhode Island, Donna now splits her time between New York City and Barcelona. @donna_freitas