Synopsis A teenager named Em Gold falls in love with the son of family friends, and her resulting pregnancy turns her happiness to despair. She persuades her boyfriend to shoot her, and he is, predictably, accused of murder. The two families' histories are explored in flashbacks, and the novel ends with a stirring courtroom scene.
Size
Length:
389 pages
Height:
8.0 in
Width:
5.5 in
Thickness:
1.0 in
Weight:
10.4 oz
Industry Reviews "A moving story, mingling elements of mystery with sensitive exploration of a tragic subject." Graham