When he was nine years old, Kip McFarland murdered another child. He set him on fire. After living for over four years in a ward with hardened juvenile offenders, Kip is declared rehabilitated. Beginning a new life as a freshman in Indiana, Kip changes his name to Wade and starts with a clean slate. Popular, attractive and the star of the swimming team, Wade seems to have the perfect life. But the ghosts of his past won't let him rest, and in a weak moment, Wade spills the shameful secret of who he really is - or was - a murderer. Exiled by friends and the community, Wade and his family start over once again in Texas. Wade finally meets someone he can trust: Sam, the pretty girl next door who might just have some demons of her own. Now Wade must decide if telling Sam his secret will set him free once and for all...or ruin everything once again.

About the Author
Gail Giles is the acclaimed author of several psychological drama/suspense novels for teens,

Reviews
'Riveting...Explodes with compassion' - Publishers Weekly 'Fans will come away with a greater understanding of redemption and forgiveness' - Booklist 'Crisply written' - KLIATT (starred review) 'Thought-provoking and heart-wrenching' - Kirkus


Awards
Short-listed for Eliot Rosewater Indiana High School Book Award 2011.



Book Information
ISBN 9780316166379
Author Gail Giles
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint Little, Brown Young Readers
Publisher Little, Brown & Company