The Ticket

by Nicole ^ Martin

Gracie is a typical young girl. She goes to school, plays with her friends, and is often in the trusted care of the Man while her parents work. But when the Man crosses the line from adoring adult to sexual abuser, suddenly, Gracie's carefree life is full of uncertainty, and entrusting her secret with another adult is a frightening thought. Unsure of what to do, Gracie goes about daily life keeping the secret deep inside. Then, while at the school library, Gracie finds a book with a ticket in the back. The Ticket allows her a safe way to share with an adult, exposing the abuse without enduring the dread of having to speak the words aloud or describe explicit details. With amazing simplicity, Nicole Martin provides children with a much needed way to communicate without the shame, guilt, and fear that can often keep horrific secrets buried and allow abusive situations to continue.

32 pages, Paperback

First published July 23, 2012