Tell

by Norah McClintock

Overview

When his step-father Phil is shot dead in an apparent robbery, David becomes the prime suspect. Where was David that night, and what does he know about Phil?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781554697281
Publisher:	Orca Book Publishers
Publication date:	09/01/2006
Series:	Orca Soundings Series
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	112
File size:	505 KB
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

About the Author

Norah McClintock won the Crime Writers of Canada's Arthur Ellis Award for crime fiction for young people five times. She wrote more than sixty YA novels, including contributions to Seven (the series), the Seven Sequels and the Secrets series.

Read an Excerpt

"He said they want to talk to you, David."
"They?" I said. "The cops?"
She nodded.
"What for?" I don't think I ever worked harder at getting just two words out of my mouth. I tried to sound like I had no idea what the cops would want with me.

Editorial Reviews

Gr 9 Up
In poker, a "tell" is a sign that someone is bluffing. It might be a twitch, a nervous cough, or a glance. David learned a lot about tells as he watched his stepfather play the game. Now the man has been murdered, and the teen lies when a policeman shows up on his doorstep asking questions. The police quickly focus in on him, and in convincing them of his innocence, David thinks back to his stepfather's tells and realizes some long-hidden truths about his family. Embedded in the mystery are two smaller puzzles involving the boy's brother and birth father. Unfortunately, David's questions about why this man disappeared from his life and where he is now are never explained, but they are not central to the plot. The main mystery is wrapped up so quickly and neatly that fans of the genre might be disappointed that it's over so soon. This short novel is aimed at teens with lower reading levels but it will also appeal to others. Overall, the quick pace and David's secret make this a good thriller.
—Sadie MattoxCopyright 2006 Reed Business Information.

School Library Journal

"Fast-paced and edgy…Tell will satisfy any reader eager to solve a case…A clever, modern who-done-it. Highly Recommended."

CM Magazine

"The short length, quick pace and elements of mystery combine to make this thriller another Orca Sounding title that will appeal to many readers."

NMRLS Youth Services Book Review

"Highly Recommended."

Canadian Book Review Annual

"A beautifully written book. [The author] can definitely keep the reader attached and interested. A great read!"

TeensReadToo.com

"A well-written, compelling story to be enjoyed by [a] YA audience, especially male readers."

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