Stolen Secrets

Reviewed by: Jan Hamilton - Long Creek Detention Center, South Portland, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: May 8, 2018

Review

Stolen Secrets contains many surprises as it winds itself from the first page to the back dust jacket. Why Gretchen is moving with her daughter Livvy from VT to San Francisco seems an unimportant question compared to later indications that Livvy’s grandmother might actually be Anne Frank. An interesting plot combined with a strong teen character and weak parent figure make this a good read. Yes there is a historical history influence but it comes with enough suspense, mystery, and action to keep any teen reading.

Add this to YA collections in public libraries and to middle school media centers. Stolen Secrets is a good companion book to Anne Frank units in history or language arts classes.

Overall Book Score: very good