A Deep Dark Secret (Thorndike Press Large Print African-American Series) - Hardcover

Roby, Kimberla Lawson

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9781410424082: A Deep Dark Secret (Thorndike Press Large Print African-American Series)

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ISBN 10: 1410424081 ISBN 13: 9781410424082

Publisher: Thorndike Press, 2010

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Harboring a dark secret, twelve-year-old Jillian Maxwell is afraid to tell anyone, thinking she will be blamed, and soon becomes a sullen student with failing grades, and must draw on her inner strength for the power to save herself and her family.

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The New York Times bestselling author returns with the moving story of a family who learns to overcome betrayal and secrets with courage and love

On the outside, twelve-year-old Jillian Maxwell is the perfect child. She's helpful with chores around the house, gets straight As in school, has plans for college, and stays out of trouble. She seems to have everything a girl could want: a big, beautiful new home, an adoring little sister, a mother who cares about her, and an attentive stepfather.

But inside, Jillian harbors a terrible secret.

Too frightened to tell, convinced that her friends and loved ones, especially her mother, won't understand—and worse, will blame her—Jillian endures her pain in silence, believing that things will get better. However, as time passes and her dilemma intensifies, the bright, hardworking girl becomes sullen and disinterested in her studies. Then, just when it seems she's on the verge of losing everything, Jillian discovers she has more strength than she ever imagined...and the power to change her fate.

With sensitivity and grace, Kimberla Lawson Roby addresses a very real and serious issue, while delivering the inspiring tale of one family's mission to shed light into the darkest corner of their lives.

About the Author:

Kimberla Lawson Robyis the award-winning, New York Times bestselling author of the Reverend Curtis Black series as well as many other novels and novellas. She lives with her husband in Rockford, Illinois.

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