Comeback (Orca Soundings) - Softcover

Grant, Vicki

3.25

181 ratings by Goodreads

9781554693108: Comeback (Orca Soundings)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1554693101 ISBN 13: 9781554693108

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers, 2010

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Ria is rich, slim, pretty, popular. If you only knew her at school, you'd think she led a charmed life--and until recently you'd have been right. But her situation has taken a sudden, unfortunate change. Her parents' seemingly perfect marriage has broken up, and before she's had a chance to absorb the blow, her beloved father disappears in a plane crash. What's worse, rumors begin to surface that he may have perpetrated a multimillion-dollar investment scam and everybody--Ria's mother, her best friends, even her boyfriend--believes them. Ria sees no choice but to take her little brother and run. She vows to keep the memory of her father alive. Soon, though, she begins to wonder: is her memory playing tricks on her--or is he?

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Comeback When her father disappears, Ria is forced to decide if she really knew him.

Review:

"Grant's novel folds drama and suspense into a story that carries echoes of our country's current financial woes...Its premise will quickly grab readers, who will empathize with Ria's disillusionment and split-second, bad decision making."--Booklist

"Reluctant and struggling readers will be satisfied by the compelling story."--School Library Journal

"Grant expertly captures teenage nuances of speech and behaviour...The less-than-happy ending is a refreshing and realistic change from the many young adult books with idealistic finales...A fast-paced and entertaining read that teachers, librarians, and parents should consider sharing with their reluctant readers. Recommended."--CM Magazine

"Grant takes readers on a frightening ride in Comeback. She captures the disappointment and frustration Ria feels when the life she's always known takes a dramatic turn. This fast-paced read is perfect for reluctant readers."--TeensReadToo.com

"Realistic dialogue and excellent character development accompany a fast-paced plot. Great for a hi/lo reader...Strongly recommended."--TriState YA Book Review

"This Orca book carried so much depth...Ria felt like a real person, and I truly loved that. This book is something that I really recommend readers pick up if they want a story of intrigue, thriller, romance, mystery, etc. "--The Review Chronicles blog

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