• Age: 12 to 18
• Grade: 8 to 12
• Reading age: 12 to 18

Three years ago Rob’s brother, Adam, was sent to jail for his part in the death of a girl who overdosed at a rave.

But now that he has been released, Rob hopes that things can go back to the way they used to be. He soon realizes this is impossible. His brother has changed, the times have changed, and Rob has changed. Adam tells his mom and brother that he is planning to apply to a college in Toronto. He has already discovered how difficult it can be for someone with a criminal record to land a job and thinks he needs to get some education under his belt. He invites Rob to go on a road trip to the city to check out the college. However, Rob suspects that Adam hasn’t asked him along just for company. Adam still believes that there’s an easy way to get to where he wants to be. And if Rob can’t find a way to save Adam from himself, he just might go down with him.

Jeff Ross is an avid rider of boards. If you can stand sideways on something and propel yourself forward, backward and/or sideways, then sign him up. He spent his formative years standing sideways on a board in Thornbury, Ontario, and now stands sideways on boards in Ottawa, Ontario, where he teaches Scriptwriting and English at Algonquin College. More information can be found at www.jeffrossbooks.com.

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“Takes the reader on a fast-paced adventure that explores themes relevant to teenagers, including family struggles and connections.”

CM: Canadian Review of Materials

“Poignant for today’s culture of drug addiction and family upheaval.”

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