Readers learn on the first page that Chloe has survived her experience and must re-integrate herself into her old life. Held is dramatic and full of suspense without falling into the genre of horror or becoming too theatrical and emotive. The power play between Chloe and her captor and the resulting suspense keep readers engrossed throughout the novel. She allows readers to get inside Chloe's head and feel what she's feeling. Well worth the read.-Kris McNaughton"" () This well-written book will be interesting for students who are looking for a thoughtful read that is a bit out of the ordinary.-Sarah Nelson"Resource Links" () Ravel casts doubt on all her characters in this clever, engaging page-turner.-Deirdre Baker"" () Ravel's characters are honest and life-like depictions. Less thriller than psychological puzzler, this novel effectively keeps readers guessing. This eminently discussible novel continually asks readers to consider whether ends justify means and how power and control affect relationships. Edeet Ravel once again proves herself an adept manipulator of difficult material.This is rich, thought-provoking stuff. Highly Recommended.-Ann Ketcheson"CM" () There is a sense of desperation and emergency that fills every corner of Held, bestselling novelist Edeet Ravel's novel of suspense and exploration of the Stockholm Syndrome. Held is an excellent and timely young adult novel. Interesting for students.looking for a thoughtful read that is a bit out of the ordinary.-Sarah Nelson"Resource Links" () Dramatic and full of suspense. (A) clever, engaging page-turner.-Deirdre Baker"" () Award-winning.novelist Edeet Ravel dishes up an intriguing psychological thriller in this young adult novel.-Elizabeth Brea"ForeWord Reviews" () Well-written.
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