Boy on hold is the first book I’ve read by JD Spero. This is a beautifully written story about a boy in trouble. This story made me realize how many talented authors there are that I haven’t even discovered yet. I cannot wait to see what JD Spero comes up with next, I’m ready. I couldn’t put this book down. I loved every character and how the author made them come to life. If you want a serious but written with a light heart book- this is the one for you, absolutely recommend.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Meg Tyrrellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMeg Tyrrell2020-07-10 21:39:342020-07-10 23:10:54Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Meg Tyrrell
The story starts on ‘cabbage night’, a night known for mischief and pranks. When seven-year-old Hen Trout leaves his home in the middle of the night he only has one thing on his mind…hedgehogs! But, the night takes a shocking turn for Hen when he witnesses part of a brutal attack on his beloved neighbour, Miss Sally. This night is the start of a tremulous time for the Trout family. Family bonds are pushed to the limit as Hens older brother and role model is arrested. Marcella Trout doesn’t know what to think. Her seventeen-year-old son has been arrested and she can’t help but worry that his recent mood swings may have deeper roots than first thought, she had tried to keep secrets hidden but the past could be about to come back to haunt her. Boy on Hold is described as “suitable for teens, intriguing for adults” and this is an accurate description. I loved Hen and his relationship with his brother Tyler. A story that starts as a thriller and a mystery soon becomes much more than than and delves into the complicated world of teenage mental health and a family fighting to stay together.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lianne Proberthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLianne Probert2020-07-10 15:06:102020-07-10 15:24:45Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Lianne Probert
This story tugs at your heart with this crime-filled mystery that leaves you haunted as 7-yr-old Hen Trout has to recount the death of his friend, Miss Sally as she is killed. Marcella Trout’s 17-yr-old is accused of the crime as she’s tried to bury her family’s dark secrets but the truth soon turns out as the investigation unravels. You can’t help but feel Hen’s pain as he recounts the story and unveils the mystery that is his family. Check out this great book and see where it leads.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Faith Jacksonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFaith Jackson2020-07-09 17:45:222020-07-09 23:09:43Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Faith Jackson
Boy On Hold by JD Spero is an absolutely amazing book! This book will keep you on the edge of your seat, so much so that I was up late into the night reading, wanting to see what happened next! This being my first book from this author, i wasn’t sure what to expect, but I was absolutely blown away. This book is amazing all around, the characters, imagery, and the plot just add to all the twist and turns, creating an incredible book! I highly recommend it and will definitely be reading more from this author!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Finn Cunninghamhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFinn Cunningham2020-07-09 10:53:302020-07-09 10:54:52Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Finn Cunningham
Boy on Hold by JD Spero. I was so glad I found this story by the late page. It gripped me right from the beginning. The entire time I was so engrossed to all the twists and turns I wasn’t able to put this book down and found myself up way later than planned. Each little detail is so well written and the characters truly draw you in. It’s well paced and written nicely never feeling rushed or lacking anything. I love a story that has me sinking in so completely I forget all about the outside world. And this one definitely did just that. Five stars all the way and highly recommended!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie Kearneyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie Kearney2020-07-07 10:25:042020-07-07 12:16:20Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Katie Kearney
It was Cabbage Night, 1991. The traditional night of pranks, which takes a disturbing turn when a violent crime rocks a small Adirondack town. Even more so, is when the only witness is a 7 year old boy. Hen trout, was out hoping to catch a pet hedgehog that night, sees Miss Sally become a victim.
Single mom Marcella Trout is blindsided when Tyler, her seventeen year old, is arrested for the very crime Hen witnessed. Now Tyler’s eerie mood swings seem dark and frightening and rooted in a family history Marcella has desperately tried to bury. She has to deal with the dark issues of loss, drugs and the undiagnosed of mental illness, that will change her family lives. As the criminal investigation churns on, the tenuous fabric of the trout family begins to unravel. And even Hen begins to question the truth.
The story was told by multiple viewpoints and the book is surrounded by mystery, and the story was told beautifully of how the trauma consumed Hen Trout’s family and their small town. The author has done a brilliant situation of Capturing every emotion possible, especially telling the story from a child’s point of view. A very enjoyable read and would highly recommend.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00joanne ellishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngjoanne ellis2020-07-06 23:53:542020-07-07 06:46:38Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Joanne Ellis
Boy on Hold is a bitter sweet crime story by J.D. Spero that is not your usual run of the mill crime story. This was my first read by the writer and I can say now that it is a story that any crime lover would enjoy reading. It is a story told from multiple point of views that pulls you even deeper into the story that is filled with twists and turns and heart ache and realities of addiction, mental illness, and murder. In the center of the story is a seven year old Henry ‘Hen’ Trout who witness his neighbour’s, sweet old Miss Sally’s murder during the Cabbage Night in a small Adirondack town. He is a troubled child whose way of looking at the world will fascinate you and steal your heart. It is his older, seventeen year old brother Tyler that is arrested for the crime. All the evidence points to Tyler and his mother and his brother struggle with it being a possibility … The writer takes us deep into the dynamics a broken family, a single mother struggling to keep it together and small town filled with plenty of shady characters. She tells the story in such a considerate way that even though one could think that surely this story is way too depressing; it never pulls you too down. Still, it is heart breaking and it stays with you for a while, be prepared.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jana Teppihhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJana Teppih2020-07-05 18:10:312020-07-06 05:39:52Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Jana Teppih
This book had me hooked from the beginning. This book deals with a lot of tough issues like, mental illness, drug abuse, and broken families. There is also love, friendship, and wonderful characters. This story is definitely full of suspense and kept me entertained throughout the entire read. The author did an exceptional job of detailing so that you felt like you were there. There are some unexpected developments in this story that kept me on the edge of my seat. I had a hard time putting this book down till I found out the outcome. This was a great and intriguing read. I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Candida Hopperhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCandida Hopper2020-07-05 16:47:242020-07-06 05:37:46Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Candida Hopper
A mystery, thriller young adult novel about a child who is the only witness to a terrible and violent crime. Set in 1991, on Cabbage Night, a traditional night of pranks in a small Adirondack town the night takes a disturbing turn when a violent crime takes place, shocking the small town. Seven year old boy, Hen Trout, is the only witness to the violence against Miss Sally. Hen had been outside in the dark hoping to catch a hedgehog when he saw the attack. Single mom Marcella Trout is devastated that her young son had witnessed such a violent attack but is then blindsided when her seventeen-year-old, Tyler is then arrested for the crime his brother had witnessed. Marcella now looks back on Tyler’s mood swings and they now seem dark and frightening to his mother, especially as she had been desperately trying to forget her family’s history. The Trout family begins to unravel as the criminal investigation goes on and soon even Hen begins to question the truth about what he saw and what really happened that fateful night. I find this an emotional read and also a thought provoking one. The issues surrounding teenage mental health is dealt with both honestly and sensitively. The characters really drew me in and I was hooked from page one of the novel. A fascinating read for both young adults and adults alike.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2020-07-05 16:08:302020-07-06 06:27:54Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Jennifer Gordon
Boy on Hold by JD Spero is a Young Adult thriller that once I started reading I couldn’t stop till I finished. This is my first read by this Author but definitely not my last. The twists and turns had me on the edge of my seat trying to figure out what was going to happen next. Hen is a young boy who was out one night trying to catch a hedgehog but ended up seeing the murder of Miss Sally. What will happen when a prank turns into a violent crime? What will happen when the truth gets uncovered? What will happen to when Family secrets are exposed? This book may be for the young teens but adults can read especially if you like thriller/suspense. I can’t wait to read more from this Author. Highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2020-07-04 05:13:052020-07-04 07:12:29Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
Boy On Hold by JD Spero was a great read! I was instantly enthralled in this novel, and couldn’t put it down! The imagery is amazing, the plot is great, the characters are incredible. I honestly felt like I was right there beside each and every character while I was reading this book. Not only is the crime part great, it was very thrilling and very psychological as well! I love reading books that have good psychology in them, and this one was no exception! This was the first novel I’ve read from Spero before, and I can’t wait to read more in the future!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rachel Mosshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRachel Moss2020-07-03 20:12:272020-07-03 23:08:46Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Rachel Moss
This book was amazing!!! I love the mystery/thriller genre. It keeps my adrenaline going. This is my first book by JD Spero and it will not be my last. The plot line was engaging and fast moving. I could not turn the page fast enough to see what was going to happen next. The character development really enhanced the story for me. I found myself yelling at the characters to try to give them a heads up what is coming down the pike for them. This story is about the Trout family. There is something not quite right with the family. There may be secrets that may come out. What will the investigation bring to light? I highly recommend this story as it will keep going until the very last page.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Erica Fishhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngErica Fish2020-07-02 14:01:072020-07-02 14:43:27Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Erica Fish
Boy on Hold was my first reading of JD Spero, and I really liked it. My only complaint is the character of Henry was written to be a seven year old, but behaved and thought more along the line of a 5 year old. Once I got beyond that, I really loved it. I was struggling with not knowing what exactly Tyler suffered from, so I was glad to have answers by the end. It was weird at first that it switches between point of views, but in the end, I think I liked that best. We got to see the same story unfolding from everyone’s own perspective. I highly recommend this book, to any preteen or adult, with the disclaimer it does involve mental illness, drug use and murder. It was wonderfully written, and I felt like I could feel the pain and struggles along with the characters. I like that it was all a mystery until the end, slowly unfolding.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Elizabeth Sanchezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngElizabeth Sanchez2020-07-01 21:55:082020-07-02 09:39:54Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez
This is my first book by this author and definitely will not be my last. I love a good family novel especially when it deals with real life issues.
I will admit there were times I got totally confused and lost in the story and had to go back and read a few things a second time to get on the same page as where the author was going. There were a lot of moving parts to this book and again it took me a bit to catch on in a few places. In saying all of that, this had an awesome storyline and some great characters as well as some not so great.
I really felt like the author tied things up nicely at the end and even in the few places I wasn’t able to get organized in my head, in the end it was all ok. It did have an easy flow and I think I would actually like to read it again after a bit of time, and I would absolutely recommend it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Debi Kircherhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDebi Kircher2020-06-30 07:56:042020-06-30 07:56:04Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Debi Kircher
Boy On Hold is my first read by J.D Spero, and I am happy to say that it won’t be my last. This is a surprising little gem- a young adult thriller- with murder, crime, trauma, loss, grief, secrets, family dynamics, mental illness, love, emotion, forgiveness, drama, and suspense. The story is told from several points of view- which gave me a really well-rounded perspective of what was happening and added extra depth to the overall story. When Henry Trout (Hen) witnesses a shocking incident, he is left reeling- and soon his (and his family’s) life is turned upside down when his older brother is arrested for the crime. His brother’s troubling behaviour, family secrets, and the truth all wrestle- while family bonds begin to unravel. Within all this heartbreak though, lies a wonderfully touching story full of hope. I don’t want to reveal too much- as this is one of those books I think is best read knowing as little as possible, and letting the story and characters reveal themselves along the way. Well done!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2020-06-29 22:49:552020-06-30 06:04:18Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Angela Hayes
Boy on Hold by JD Spero. This book is geared toward young adult but I loved it and would read it again. Its the story of a single mom Marcella Trout and her boys Hen and Tyler. Tyler has just turned 17 and is the typical angry moody 17 year old. They live in a small town in the Adirondack’s. The family is very dysfunctional as are most families anymore. Anyway they have a tradition of a night called Cabbage night where kids go out and pull pranks all night. Hen has gone outside looking for a pet Hedgehog and instead sees something he will never get over. He witnesses one of his favorite people become the victim of murder and not long after his brother Tyler gets arrested for that murder. Does Hen have the answer to help his brother or did Tyler really kill his friend. As the Detectives begin to investigate some of the Trout families deep dark secrets come out. Will the Trout family survive all in one piece or will they break beyond the point of no return?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tausha Treadwayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTausha Treadway2020-06-29 13:45:212020-06-29 15:37:43Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Tausha Treadway
What a great book Boy on Hold by JD Spero is. A good clean little who done it, although the culprits are given to you early, this story is built around giving you the clues to build the case yourself. I love how Hen comes to learn about truth and how he learns about forgiveness. The way the author shares an awareness about schizophrenia is great. I love really good stories that teach us something on the journey. And this is a good story. Even a very tasteful romance. A good clean read…. you can’t go wrong with this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jonell Collinshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJonell Collins2020-06-28 21:09:522020-06-29 07:51:22Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Jonell Collins
This is a heartbreaking story about a young person suffering from mental illness. It was really well written that allowed you to really understand what it feels like to suffer from this illness and how it effects everyone’s lifes not just the person who has it.
Henry loves with his mum and his big brother Tyler. Tyler is struggling with mental health problems but his mum is so focused on being a good mum and providing for her two boys that she doesn’t see the signs or her sons struggles.
That is until their next door neighbour is attacked in her home. No ones knows who has done it but the two main suspects are Tyler and his friend Derek.
All evidence points to Tyler as the main suspect but his mother and Henry don’t believe it.
Was it Tyler who committed the horrible crime or was it Derek? Was Tyler in sound mind or was it voices pushing him forwards.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2020-06-22 13:20:252020-06-22 13:25:34Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Kerry Carr
I have never had the pleasure until now to read anything penned by JD Spero, and I am so glad that I have. Boy on Hold is a very raw and realistic look into the lives of a boy, Hen Trout and his family’s battle with addiction, mental illness, and shocking murder. This family sees it all and the author does a very good job at keeping things authentic and realistic. Everything comes off as raw and real as you read that you can’t help but feel the same emotions that the characters are struggling with. I loved how this kept you on the edge of your seat and had a slow build throughout the story. It was impossible for me to put this book down until I reached that last page. I not only had to know how things would come to be for the family but even more wanted to keep reading because it was just that good. I felt transported right there and I can’t wait to see what else JD Spero has to get lost in soon! This is one you don’t want to miss!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Liz Vrchotahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLiz Vrchota2020-06-18 15:39:572020-06-18 15:43:17Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Liz Vrchota
We are invited into the lives of Marcella, Hen and Tyler. A nice family dealing with normal family issues. But in this story they take a little different avenue. This becomes a mystery or a who did it. We meet other players and learn more and more about Tyler and Hen. Hen only wants to catch a hedgehog and keep the love and trust of his big brother. Tyler is just trying to get through each day. The author did a good job portraying these boys and this family. I came to came about them an hope against hope that they are all in the clear. I did wondered where the title came from when I picked this up. After reading it makes more sense.
The story moves along and easily kept my interest. I loved the characters and they story weaves together nicely.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lisa Helmickhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLisa Helmick2020-06-18 13:17:152020-06-18 14:16:56Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Lisa Helmick
Boy on Hold by JS Spero is a book that utterly took me by surprise and had me hooked right from the word go. This is the first book that I have read by this author and I was a bit sceptical going into it. The description didn’t really grab my attention but I couldn’t detract from the amazing reviews. I decided to give it a go and I am so glad I did. The story that unfolded as a complex and intriguing story. The characters we so compelling. It was a great story of family and mystery. As an introduction to this author I couldn’t have picked a better book and I am certainly looking for were to reading more.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2020-06-11 14:04:282020-06-11 14:56:51Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Kerry Baker
I was fascinated by the synopsis but certainly didn’t quite know what to expect within these pages. What a thrill ride. A domestic tale charged with emotion and suspense – and it all hinges on one witness of an event – a child. The fabric of a family and a small town are explored with grace. I found the story to be captivating and emotional. Loved it and highly recommend it!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heather Lovelacehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeather Lovelace2020-06-04 21:39:542020-06-04 21:39:54Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Heather Lovelace
Boy On Hold by J.D. Spero a very detailed and compelling five-star read. This was my first by this author and won’t be my last as I flew through this one, I adored getting to know Hen. This is a compelling story filled with family drama with Mum Marcella struggling to get everything done, working hard, then we have Tyler older brother and struggling with his own fate, then there is young Henry or Hen as he is more commonly called, he is an enigma all of his own. This tale has a wonderful way of unfolding before your eyes, you don’t get any detail before you are ready and that shows us the talent of the author. I am becoming a fast fan of this author and was very sad when this story ended as it was such an emotional rollercoaster I didn’t want it to end.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sara Oxtonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSara Oxton2020-06-04 01:58:072020-06-04 12:26:27Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Sara Oxton
The story Boy on Hold by JD Spero is a suspenseful mystery book. It is a story that pulled me in from the beginning and didn’t let me go until the final page. The book is written in such a way that I felt like I was right there with the characters. The story is about a violent crime that takes place in a small Adirondack town. Hen Trout is a young boy who sees the crime take plan. Tyler is the 17-year-old that is arrested for the crime and Marcella Trout is Tyler’s mother. What exactly did Hen see on that fateful night? Is Tyler guilty of the crime? Will the whole truth be revealed? Read this book to find out. This is a story that had me turning pages wondering what was going to happen next. With each chapter that I read, I found myself trying to put together the clues to what happened that night in 1991. You can’t help but feel for the Trout family as they are going through an investigation that brings forth emotions that each member of the family deeply feels. There are also heartbreaking moments as well. There are additional characters that interact with Hen, Marcella, and Tyler who are helpful, and then there are those whose motives I questioned. This is a story that will keep you guessing. I highly recommend reading it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Laura Furutahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLaura Furuta2020-06-03 13:05:032020-06-03 13:59:35Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Laura Furuta
I enjoyed this book. It is my first book by this author and I will be looking for more from them. This is a well developed mystery-thriller that I had a hard time putting it down. I was pulled right into the story from the beginning. The twists and turns had me turning pages fast just waiting to see what would happen next. This is a story about a young boy named Hen, who seen the murder of Miss Sally. A prank turns into a violent crime and a family starts to fall apart. What will happen when Hen starts questioning the truth? Is there family secrets that could be this family’s undoing? I had no problem connecting to the characters. They kept the story moving easily and engaging. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens to the boy who witnesses a violent crime.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2020-06-03 06:20:262020-06-03 06:20:26Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Cabbage Night, 1991. The traditional night of pranks takes a disturbing turn when a violent crime rocks a small Adirondack town. Even more so when the only witness is a seven-year-old boy. Hen Trout, who had hoped to catch a pet hedgehog that night, instead sees his beloved Miss Sally become a victim.
Single mom Marcella Trout is blindsided when Tyler, her seventeen-year-old, is arrested for the very crime Hen witnessed. Now Tyler’s eerie mood swings seem dark and frightening and rooted in a family history Marcella has desperately tried to bury. As the criminal investigation churns on, the tenuous fabric of the Trout family begins to unravel…and even Hen begins to question the truth.
Johannah Davies (JD) Spero’s writing career took off when her first release, Catcher’s Keeper, was a finalist in the Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award in 2013. Since then, she’s found similar success with her young adult fantasy Forte series, winning recognition from National Indie Excellence Award (2014, 2016), Adirondack Literary Award (2015). Her newest release, Boy on Hold, a winner in the 2020 Book Excellence Award and 2020 IPPY Gold winner for Best Mystery/Thriller. With a Masters in Education, Spero leverages her years as a high school English teacher in author presentations across the country, most notably at DFW Writers Conference in 2014. Having lived in various cities from St. Petersburg (Russia) to Boston, she’s settled with her husband and three sons in the Adirondack Mountains, where she was born and raised.
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