It's a Matter of Trust (Browndeer Press) [Paperback]

Marcia Byalick (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 27, 1995 | Series: Browndeer Press

A teenager’s life is changed forever when her father is indicted in a white-collar corruption scandal. In an auspicious debut, author Marcia Byalick introduces a likable teenager who is forced to redefine for herself the most basic concepts of loyalty, honesty, and trust. “Readers will be drawn to Erika’s self-examinations and her attempts to deal with the sudden demise of her secure world. YAs will find a wealth of issues to discuss in this unsettling, thought-provoking novel.”--School Library Journal

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Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 7-10?Erika Gresham's world, as she had always known it, is blown out of the water. Her father and his best friend are arrested for bribery, the press sets up camp outside her home, and her best friend spreads the word at school. Erika's emotional turmoil affects her tennis game, her grades, and her friends. She begins to slide toward self-loathing, lashing out at everyone, but especially her father, whom she can no longer respect. This story focuses on a timely topic in contemporary society, viewed through the eyes of the unwitting victims?the family. Providing realistic situations and conflicts that must be faced head on, the author plots a gigantic emotional rollercoaster ride for the major characters. Readers will be drawn to Erika's self-examinations and her attempts to deal with the sudden demise of her secure world. YAs will find a wealth of issues to discuss in this unsettling, thought-provoking novel.?Jana R. Fine, Clearwater Public Library System, FL
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About the Author

Marcia Byalick is a freelance writer who has contributed to The New York Times, Newsday, and Family Circle among many other publications. She is also the content editor for the BeingGirl.com Web site, aimed at girls ages 10 to 15.
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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 12 and up
  
• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Graphia (November 27, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0152002405
• ISBN-13: 978-0152002404
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,740,134 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars Intruiging but dry., October 14, 1998

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This review is from: It's a Matter of Trust (Browndeer Press) (Paperback)

I thought that this book It's A Matter of Trust, was a very well worded intresting book, but it lacked the abilty to captivate me intirely. I was also a little too abrupt.