A former model and TV spokesperson with a degree in psychology, Maria Sigle drew from a wealth of personal experience to craft this fiery tale. Her characters are well-fleshed out and full of ambiguity. The reader cannot help empathizing with the young protagonist, since she is very human and her motivation is deeply personal. It is easy to see how the loss of her mother at a young ages drives her to help others, even at great risk to herself. It is a story that young women will especially enjoy. Maria Sigle resides in her hometown of Springfield, Illinois with her husband and their 2 children. When she is not busy writing, she enjoys teaching aerobics, running, snow-skiing, pilates and cooking for her family.
