American teen actress Bailee Madison first found success as May
Belle Aarons in Disney’s film adaptation of the much-loved
children’s book Bridge to Terabithia. Bailee has worked with a
number of the industry’s biggest stars and, at only sixteen years
of age, has established an impressive resume with roles in more
than eighteen films and twenty-two television series, currently
starring in the Hallmark Original Series Good Witch.
Stefne Miller started writing in 2009, and within five years wrote
eight novels; of those, she self-published three. In 2010, Stefne
was a Top 15 Finalist in the Goodreads.com Reader’s Choice
Awards in the category of Debut Author. Stefne now writes full time
and has several projects in development, including two film
scripts, a nonfiction book, and a new Young Adult trilogy. She
lives in Edmond, OK, with her husband and three sons.
'Losing Brave is an engaging story that will keep you on the edge
of your seat. The mystery of Dylan's disappearance, and how it
affects her twin sister will keep you guessing with each twist and
turn along the way.'
*Ally Brooke, Fifth Harmony*
'Bailee Madison uses her unique observation of human behavior and
environment, that she's used so beautifully as an actress, in this
collaboration with Stefne Miller, to create a richly detailed,
haunting world that keeps you turning the page with
anticipation.'
*Christina Hendricks, actress*
'I very much enjoyed reading Losing Brave. Bailee Madison and
Stefne Miller have crafted a story that unfolds in surprising ways,
and the character of Poe will stick with you long after the book
ends.'
*Maia Mitchell, actress*
'I was on the edge of my seat with each twist and turn, and the
ending blew me away. Pick up Losing Brave and prepare yourself for
a late night of reading, because you won't be able to put this book
down until the very last page.'
*Chloë Grace Moretz, actress*
'If you love mystery, suspense, a touch of romance, and a plot that
will keep you guessing from the start, pick up Losing Brave. It's a
great read for all ages!'
*Candace Cameron Bure, actress and author*
'The Southern setting, suspense, touch of romance, intriguing
characters, and the mystery surrounding what happened to Payton's
sister add up to a book that ticks all the right boxes. I highly
recommend Losing Brave!'
*Marcia Gay Harden, actress*
Its been a year since Payton's twin sister, Dylan, disappeared from
a bus station bathroom. Despite her best efforts, Payton still
hasn't been able to recall anything that happened the day Dylan
vanished, and lately she's been struggling to keep up her perfect
popular-girl persona. When another girl goes missing, new
information is unearthed about Dylan's disappearance, and Payton is
determined to get to the bottom of it. As she unravels the secrets
surrounding Dylan and others in their small town, Payton finds
herself going down a darker and more dangerous path than she could
have ever imagined. Though the pacing starts slow, it accelerates
as more and more clues mount. Despite the pacing problems, Madison
(an established actress) and Miller are able to realistically
portray southern culture, especially of life in a small town. The
characters--and, of course, the twist at the end--make this book
one that fans of mystery and drama will definitely enjoy. -- Amanda
Shepard
*Booklist*
Suspense builds as a family's tragedy unfolds in this engrossing
and touching novel. Almost a year before the story begins, Payton
Brave's twin sister Dylan mysteriously disappears. Although Payton
was with Dylan the day her sister vanished, she cannot remember
what happened. Coauthors Madison and Miller strategically peel back
the many layers of the mystery, slowly revealing just enough to
keep readers hooked. Though close, the twins were opposite in many
ways. Payton is part of the 'in' crowd; Dylan never cared about
being popular. Once Dylan disappeared, Payton began to question her
own choices. Her life as one of Cornwell High's 'It Girls' seems
more effort than she can manage. Her mortician stepfather, doctor
mother, and elderly Nana are loving, but the family members are
locked in their individual battles to move forward without knowing
what happened to Dylan. As Payton distances herself from her
friends and family and even her name (she rechristens herself Poe
after the macabre writer), she grows closer to Dylan's crowd of
school outcasts. She also finds herself becoming more dependent on
Dylan's boyfriend Cole. She's conflicted by her attraction to him,
but she needs Cole, as he is the only one willing to help her
search for the person who took her sister. As Poe moves closer to
finding the assailant, she puts herself in danger. VERDICT A
suspenseful thriller with heart and an unexpected twist. Highly
recommended. Cindy Wall, Southington Library and Museum, CT
*School Library Journal*
|
Ask a Question About this Product More... |
|
