Children's Fiction Dating & Sex
The Pool Was Empty
- Publisher
- Annick Press
- Initial publish date
- Feb 2010
- Category
- Dating & Sex
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eBook
- ISBN
- 9781554514502
- Publish Date
- Feb 2010
- List Price
- $3.99
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Description
In THE POOL WAS EMPTY, 16-year-old Celia’s boyfriend, Alex, is dead after falling into an empty swimming pool—and his mother has accused Celia of his murder. As Celia tries to clear her name and move on from her devastating loss, she reveals that the shocking events of that fateful day may not be what they seem.
About the author
Gilles Abier is an author, actor and theater director who has written novels for adults and young adults.
Editorial Reviews
“… ideal for reluctant readers … the stories will appeal to teens. Both share chilling situations and fast pacing, a winning combination.”
School Library Journal, 09/10