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Stacy A. Padula

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Young Adult, Christian, Sports

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S.E. Hinton & C.S. Lewis

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Stacy A. Padula is an award-winning author, educator, and entrepreneur from Massachusetts known for authentic young adult realistic fiction that explores teen life with honesty, heart, and hope.

She grew up in Pembroke, MA and began writing her Montgomery Lake High series as a teenager to fill a gap for realistic YA stories tackling substance abuse, bullying, mental health, faith, family, and redemption. Her Gripped series (a prequel/sequel companion) follows a tight-knit group navigating football, first loves, parties, addiction, and consequences—it's currently in development for television by Emmy-winning producer Mark Blutman.

Stacy is also co-author (with NBA coach Brett Gunning) of the award-winning On the Right Path children’s book seri ...more

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	Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told 4.61 avg rating — 88 ratings — 8 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Gripped Part 2: Blindsided 4.87 avg rating — 75 ratings — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Montgomery Lake High #1: The Right Person 4.67 avg rating — 64 ratings — published 2010 — 9 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Gripped Part 3: The Fallout 4.92 avg rating — 52 ratings — published 2019 — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Gripped Part 5: Taylor's Story 4.83 avg rating — 46 ratings — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Gripped Part 4: Smoke & Mirrors 4.87 avg rating — 45 ratings — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Montgomery Lake High #2: When Darkness Tries to Hide 4.84 avg rating — 45 ratings — published 2011 — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Montgomery Lake High #5: The Forces Within 4.84 avg rating — 38 ratings — published 2014 — 9 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Montgomery Lake High #3: The Aftermath 4.92 avg rating — 36 ratings — published 2013 — 8 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Montgomery Lake High #4: The Battle for Innocence 4.94 avg rating — 35 ratings — published 2014 — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Student Leader at BC High Reviews ‘Gripped Part 5: Taylor’s Story’

Nick Hallal reviews the book 'Gripped: Part 5: Taylor's Story' by Stacy A. Padula, featuring a positive review rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Nick Hallal is a senior at Boston College High School who’s interested in sports and fitness. He’s been on the varsity wrestling team for 3 years. At school, he is the president and founder of the Bible Club, and he is the captain of Bowman House, participating in leadership activities in and out of school. Over the summer, Nick works at SNAP camp, a special needs camp, enjoying being able to

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Gripped (6 books)
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St. Justin Martyr: The First and Second Apologies (Ancient Christian Writers)

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Deliverance Prayers: For Use by the Laity

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The Books of Enoch Complete LARGE PRINT (Illustrated): 1, 2 & 3 Enoch With Authentic Illustrations, Insightful Introductions and Commentary

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Stacy Padula liked Ava Vian's review of On The Right Path: Book Two: "On the Right Path: Book Two written by Brett Gunning and Stacy Padula continues the story of siblings Jayden, Jordan, and Jasmine and their friend Shai as they attend basketball camp. While the children practice basketball and improve their skills, t" Read more of this review »
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“Give into hope, I say, for fear will only paralyze. It is better to life a life of love amidst the pain than a life of apathy.”
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“Give into hope I say, for fear will only paralyze. It is better to live a life of love amidst the pain than a life of apathy.”
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“Give into hope I say, for fear will only paralyze. It is better to live a life of love amidst the pain than a life of apathy.”
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