Stranded - (Orca Soundings) by Jocelyn Shipley (Paperback)

About the Book

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, after a string of bad luck, a teenage boy takes a woman up on her generous offer of free room and board. But he soon learns that things are not as they seem.

Book Synopsis

After his girlfriend's accidental death by overdose, Kipp has been living on the streets, overwhelmed by his grief.

He wants to honor her memory and finds help to get clean, but just when he feels like he's getting his life together, everything comes crashing down. He gets fired from his job and kicked out of his rented room on the same day. So when Reba, a friendly woman he met at the shelter, offers him a job and a place to live, he leaps at the chance. This is his lucky break. But when a girl comes to Reba's house looking for her missing brother, Kipp starts to wonder what Reba's real story is and if his lucky break might actually be a nightmare.

This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for teen readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don't like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.

Review Quotes

"Does exactly what it sets out to do - create a gripping and realistic thriller that will engage and keep readers involved until the end. Highly Recommended."-- "CM: Canadian Review of Materials"

"Kipp is a plucky and introspective narrator whose struggles will likely resonate with readers...A sensitive survivor story for reluctant readers."-- "Kirkus Reviews"

"These engaging, fast-paced books...depict difficult topics with sensitivity."-- "School Library Journal"