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Suspense and page-turning excitement for teens.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 13+?
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Where to Read
What's the Story?
Janie's boyfriend, Reeve, now living at college, wants to be a radio DJ. Given his chance and desperate for something to say, he begins to tell Janie's story to all of Boston. Reeve becomes a huge hit until Janie visits Boston and tunes in. This third book in the series continues suspense and page-turning excitement.
Is It Any Good?
The suspense doesn't let up in this second sequel to Caroline Cooney's gripping The Face on the Milk Carton, the story of how Janie Johnson recognized her own picture as a 3-year-old missing child. This book will fascinate young readers weaving their way through the intricacies of love, loyalty, strength, and weakness.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about Janie's unique situation. How does she handle the challenge of having different "families"? How would you feel in her situation?
Book Details
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- Genre : Family Life
- Book type : Fiction
- Publisher : Laurel-Leaf
- Publication date : January 1, 1996
- Number of pages : 183
- Last updated : July 15, 2015
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